PHOTO: BONNIE FLAWS/STUFF The Angus was a hotel for decades before being bought by Thornhill horticultural contractors.
Dale Faulkner had lived a life of abusing “the hard stuff” and had been to prison more than once; but by the time he came to live at The Angus, he was more than ready to leave it all behind.
Originally from Auckland, he moved to Hawke’s Bay in search of a fresh start away from his old life and influences.
When he was released from prison earlier this year he spent the first two months staying at the Salvation Army, before being referred to a scheme that helps people facing barriers to work and in need of a temporary roof.
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