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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 beyond loss.
Updated: 5 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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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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🎄 Farmers Christmas Campaign

Farmers Whanganui is once again supporting Hospice Whanganui through the annual Farmers Christmas Campaign. From 13 November to Christmas Eve, customers can purchase the limited-edition Holly bauble or donate to...
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When is the right time to call us?

Many people are unsure when to call hospice – but the truth is, earlier support can make a world of difference. Hospice Whanganui can walk alongside patients and whānau for...
Posted: 17 November 2025
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Minister of Health visits Hospice Whanganui

Minister of Health Simeon Brown and Whanganui MP Carl Bates visited Hospice Whanganui to meet the team and learn more about the compassionate, specialist care we provide across our community....
Posted: 10 November 2025
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Turning Waste into Care

Since June, Low Cost Bins has been helping Hospice Whanganui reduce refuse costs – allowing more funds to go directly into patient care. Their partnership also helps the community give...
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Hospice Whanganui on the Road

When people think of hospice care, they often picture a building. But for Hospice Whanganui, most of our work happens out in the community – in homes, aged-care facilities, and...
Posted: 27 October 2025
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Bullocks Concrete Truck: Driving Community Support for Hospice Whanganui

Whanganui’s Bullocks Group has dedicated one of their concrete trucks to Hospice Whanganui, with $1 from every cubic metre poured donated to support free, compassionate care for patients and their...