A small shed in suburban Aramoho is making a big difference to families in need in Wanganui and around the country.
Wanganui's Sherron Sunnex came up with the idea 18 months ago of the "Koha Shed" - a place where people in need could come and receive donated goods at no cost - and the idea has gone viral with similar sheds opening in Porirua, Tauranga, Picton, Rotorua, Dunedin and elsewhere.
People collecting goods could make donations if they wanted, but Mrs Sunnex said the shed was based on the principle of giving freely and receiving freely.
"Money defeats the whole purpose. The shed is to help alleviate poverty - keep money in people's pockets."
There were no forms to be filled or formal assessments.