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Dying Reviews:

Dying Reviews shares real stories from people who are dying, caring, or grieving – offering insight into how end-of-life care can be improved through compassion, dignity, and understanding.
Updated: 2 February 2026
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Farmers Whanganui & Community Aroha

Thanks to the generosity of the Whanganui community and the support of Farmers Whanganui, $8,433.35 was raised for Hospice Whanganui through the 2025 Farmers Christmas Campaign. Every bauble purchased and...
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BNI Whanganui Giving Back

BNI Whanganui recently welcomed Hospice Whanganui CEO Helen Leslie to a breakfast meeting, where members presented a generous donation in support of free specialist palliative care for patients and whānau...
Posted: 26 January 2026
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GMC Chiropractors

Great Minds Chiropractic has joined Hospice Whanganui as a Business Champion, supporting compassionate, free palliative care for local patients and whānau. Their commitment to community wellbeing reflects the power of...
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The Gift of Care

A story of aroha, dignity, and holistic support. Lesley shares her whānau’s experience of care with Hospice Whanganui — from being welcomed with open hearts, to ongoing support that continues...
Posted: 12 January 2026
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Volunteer Newsletter

A celebration of the people and mahi behind Hospice Whanganui. Our December 2025 Volunteer Newsletter reflects on a year of compassion, connection, and community impact, with stories, milestones, and heartfelt...
Posted: 7 January 2026
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G.O.M.E.’s Generosity Continues

For the past 10 years, G.O.M.E. (Grumpy Old Men Enterprises) has been quietly supporting community organisations across Whanganui. With $600,000 donated locally and a recent $1,000 gift to Hospice Whanganui,...
Posted: 5 January 2026
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High Tea – 7 Dec 2025

Hospice Whanganui’s 2025 High Tea was a warm, sunlit afternoon filled with music, connection, and community generosity. With handcrafted food, beautiful summer gardens, and heartfelt support from local sponsors and...
Posted: 10 December 2025
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2024–25 Annual Report

Our 2024–25 Annual Impact Report highlights a year of patient- and whānau-led care, community partnerships, and the milestones made possible by our dedicated staff, volunteers, and supporters. This year we...
Posted: 8 December 2025
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Rotary Whanganui North

Rotary Whanganui North has raised an incredible $30,000 for Hospice Whanganui, funding a new bladder scanner, three syringe drivers, and essential clinical supplies to support our community-based care. Their generosity...
Posted: 1 December 2025