Cromwell woman Kym Rollo and her 3-year-old son O'Shae Rollo-Herewini ponder their future amid what social service leaders are calling an accommodation crisis in the Cromwell district. Miss Rollo, who had a kidney transplant about six years ago, is unable to do heavy work such as orchard work and cleaning, and has struggled to find part-time work. A custody arrangement with her son's father means Miss Rollo is unable to leave Cromwell, although she also wanted to stay in Cromwell because her son and teenage daughter were so settled there. Miss Rollo has been applying for rental properties since November, and said listings were attracting at least 20 applicants each time. She also knew of families who were considering leaving Cromwell because they could not find affordable accommodation.

Source: Otago Daily Times February 28, 2017 17:03 UTC