Even though this time of year can be a "trying time financially", one Napier couple's kindness has made another's Christmas.
On Wednesday Sonja Saunders, 21, received a visit and Christmas card from her landlords who told her "not to worry about paying rent this week".
"I felt like it was so out of the blue ... I was just shocked by their generosity," Ms Saunders said.
Landlord Jodi Harris said that when her partner Barry Gee suggested the idea, she was all on board.
"We know Christmas can be a trying time financially, and sometimes that bit of extra money can make a big difference."