Messages of Hope and Comfort to Christchurch YWCA

"Our thoughts are with everyone in Christchurch, and the charities who are helping them” - Charities Commission

"Please be assured that you are in our thoughts at this difficult time for you." – NZQA

"We hope you and your families are all safe and well. We are all good at this end of town. If anybody needs any help with anything please don't hesitate to ask." – Phil Hayes, Avon City Ford

"Be safe" – TEC

"Dear YWCA of Christchurch,
The Board of YWCA Australia send you our sympathy and best wishes.  We have watched with great sadness the destruction of your city. We wish you all the strength in the world as you recover.  With our best wishes." YWCA Australia Board & Staff

"The U.S. is covering the NZ earthquake continuously. I have beenwatching the new reports closely.
I know how close you were to theTower (CTV). Thank God that you are safe. I have been so worried. You andyour community are in my heart and my prayers. My heart goes out to you. I wish you well." Cindy (former volunteer).

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Damaged: Play area at Emergency            

Accommodation. Nobody was hurt.

 Reception turned into one big mess
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Broken plates, cups everywhere.    “Relief” for the residents at the
YWCA Emergency Accommodation.
Hereford Street was  cordoned  for  11 days.