Hope springs forth
at Arapohue Retreat - a refuge from the storms
Dear friends,
This month welcomed more new guests seeking refuge from the storms of life. We are always being stretched as our borders and resources are being constantly expanded in every way.
Heal the man, heal the family. Heal the family, heal the community. Heal the community, heal the nation. It's tough work but what can be more satisfying than working with God to see men's hope, dignity and strength return as they turn their lives around. Their families look on with renewed hope for the future with their loved ones in it.
The foundational and structural repair work around the Lodge is cracking on at pace thanks to Gary and his hardworking team of guests, however we need your help to continue the restoration. This is a huge effort - for the community - and with the community. Thanks for being there for us so we can continue to be there for you.
Stay blessed,
Ray, Jan and the A-team
Arapohue Retreat
Making the news for all the right reasons
Thanks to our local newshound Andy Bryenton we scored an August article in the Kaipara Lifestyler. It's time to look back and celebrate how far we've come, having helped many people and restored many buildings and much land over 4.5 years.
From the days of John the Baptist until now, the kingdom of heaven has been advancing forcefully and forceful people are seizing it.
Walkthrough of Lodge work
Gary explaining (below) where the work is at and the vision to finish the work on the Lodge.
From meth addiction to redemption... and hindrances to healing
Ray and Jan were honoured to be invited to speak at Ranui Baptist Church in August. Click here for the video.
Urgent needs at Arapohue Retreat, Sep 2025
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GET ONE-THIRD OF YOUR TAX-DEDUCTIBLE DONATION BACK IN APRIL 2026 • The needs below are urgent... can you help us? (We got caught out by a $13k+ insurance bill) |
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$1,000 |
Tyre repairs and replacement |
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$1,166 |
October mortgage interest |
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$1,700 |
Winter power bill |
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$3,200 |
Carters (current timber bill) |
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$25 - $30,000 |
Lodge restoration, phase 2 |
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$200,000 |
MORTGAGE: FULL REDEMPTION |
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Please send your tax-deductible donation to Please email janet@thewildside.net to let me know so I can send your tax receipt at the end of the financial year. Many thanks! |
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A huge thanks to our partners for your support!
Your ongoing support means we can continue to work with people who are struggling.
You play a VIP role in providing a place where people's lives can be restored by God. We can't do it without you.
Kind regards and many thanks,
Ray & Jan Curle on behalf of Arapohue Retreat & the WSCT team
574 Hoyle Rd, Arapohue 0374
Wild Side Charitable Trust Registration No. CC55065
p. 027 254 6778 | ray@thewildside.net | wildsidetrust.org
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