Shared working

Not traditionally in the business of property development, WISE has taken strategic steps to meet community and business needs.

1. Develop a new way of working that will create hubs for community mental health organisations.

In 2006 WISE opened Harakeke House in Manukau City, and in 2007 it opened shared offices in Wellington.  Both buildings accommodate various community mental health organisations. They have become more than just buildings. They are conduits for people and ideas, sharing and learning and new ways of working.

2. Take a sustainable approach to creating a shared working environment.

In 2008 WISE opened Kakariki House, its new green building in Hamilton. Merging together people and practice to become a local hub for mental health organisations, Kakariki House also creates a sustainable, energy efficient work environment.