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Masterton Charity Overwhelmed by Jobseeker Demand for Support

8/14/2025

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In Masterton, a charity is struggling to meet the soaring demand from Jobseeker beneficiaries seeking voluntary hours to keep their benefits. With the Wairarapa Resource Centre only able to assist 25 individuals, many are left without support. Meanwhile, the Ministry of Social Development reveals that community work experience is now a penalty for unmet obligations, though no clients are currently affected in the area.

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Story summary

In Masterton, a charity is struggling to meet the soaring demand from Jobseeker beneficiaries seeking voluntary hours to keep their benefits. With the Wairarapa Resource Centre only able to assist 25 individuals, many are left without support. Meanwhile, the Ministry of Social Development reveals that community work experience is now a penalty for unmet obligations, though no clients are currently affected in the area.