http://www.hospicemn.org.nz/blog/ The latest Blog feeds from www.hospicemn.org.nz en-us Thu, 09 Apr 2026 12:16:36 +1200 Rocketspark http://www.hospicemn.org.nz/blog/post/157951/sustainable-gifting-with-hospice-mid-northland/ Christmas has become a peak season for fast fashion and throwaway items. Many gifts end up unused or in landfill within months. You see the impact every day. Cheap materials. Short product life. Rising waste. Rising costs. The cycle affects both the environment and household budgets.You can break that cycle with sustainable gifting.Hospice Mid Northland offers a practical way to give meaningful gifts and support free specialist palliative care for our community. Every item donated, sorted, and s... Thu, 11 Dec 2025 11:06:56 +1300 http://www.hospicemn.org.nz/blog/#post157951 http://www.hospicemn.org.nz/blog/post/153287/glam_squad/ Behind every dazzling performance at The Battle of the Ballroom lies an unseen team who transform nerves into confidence and everyday faces into stage-ready stars. This year, that magic came courtesy of our very own Glam Squad — a group of Kerikeri’s leading hair and makeup professionals who generously donated their time, products, and expertise to support Hospice.Collectively, the Glam Squad represents more than 200 years of experience across film, television, weddings, editorial, and speci... Tue, 30 Sep 2025 09:02:05 +1300 http://www.hospicemn.org.nz/blog/#post153287 http://www.hospicemn.org.nz/blog/post/145033/sponsor-spotlight--tyrepower/ 🙌 Spotlight on Sponsors: Tyrepower KerikeriThis week, we’re giving a big Hospice thank you to Dean Denize and the incredible team at Tyrepower Kerikeri for their ongoing and heartfelt support.Since 2018, Tyrepower has generously donated $5 from every Cooper Tyre sold — helping us continue to provide free palliative care to those who need it most.To date, this incredible partnership has raised a staggering $143,666 in support of Hospice care — a figure that speaks volumes about their com... Tue, 06 May 2025 08:53:24 +1200 http://www.hospicemn.org.nz/blog/#post145033 http://www.hospicemn.org.nz/blog/post/144929/house-of-travel-renews-partnership-with-hospice-new-zealand/ Hospice New Zealand is delighted to announce the renewal of its partnership with House of Travel. New Zealand’s most trusted travel partner has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting hospice services across the country with an annual donation and regional, grass-roots support.This renewed partnership continues a long-standing relationship grounded in shared values of care, compassion, and community. The generous contribution from House of Travel will help Hospice New Zealand raise awareness o... Fri, 02 May 2025 09:50:48 +1200 http://www.hospicemn.org.nz/blog/#post144929 http://www.hospicemn.org.nz/blog/post/143943/battle-of-the-ballroom-2025/ 19th & 20th September – Turner Centre, KerikeriGet ready for the return of glitz, glamour, and good-hearted competition — Battle of the Ballroom is back!This spectacular black-tie event is one of Hospice Mid-Northland’s most beloved fundraisers, bringing together elegance, entertainment, and a whole lot of heart. Featuring local stars stepping out of their comfort zones and onto the dance floor, it’s a celebration of courage, community, and care.💃 Save the dates:Friday 19th & ... Wed, 09 Apr 2025 14:06:29 +1200 http://www.hospicemn.org.nz/blog/#post143943 http://www.hospicemn.org.nz/blog/post/143898/hospice-mid-northland-photography-competition/ We're thrilled to officially launch the "Living Every Moment" Photography Competition in celebration of Hospice Awareness Week (May 12–May 18).Whether you're an aspiring photographer or simply love capturing life's special moments, this competition is your chance to express what "Living Every Moment" means to you. Share a powerful image that embodies the spirit of our Hospice philosophy and be in to win a fabulous weekend getaway for two in Paihia!Competition Details:Entries Close: Friday, 9th... Wed, 09 Apr 2025 08:34:38 +1200 http://www.hospicemn.org.nz/blog/#post143898 http://www.hospicemn.org.nz/blog/post/143443/hospice-mid-northland-carnival/ Title: Mark Your Calendars: Hospice Mid-Northland Community Carnival & Family Fun DayWe’re thrilled to announce that on April 12, 2025, Hospice Mid-Northland is hosting our very first Community Carnival & Family Fun Day! This special event is all about bringing friends, families, and neighbors together for a day filled with laughter, fun, and community spirit—all in support of the essential care we provide. What to Expect Exciting Entertainment: We’ll have bouncy castles, carnival ... Thu, 27 Mar 2025 15:00:47 +1300 http://www.hospicemn.org.nz/blog/#post143443 http://www.hospicemn.org.nz/blog/post/143442/-our-local-hospice-needs-your-vote-/ Voting ends this Saturday! Hospice Mid-Northland is a finalist in Mitre10 Kerikeri's Helping Hands promotion, aiming to secure $10,000 for much-needed upgrades to their Family and Support Cottage. These improvements will help provide vital, compassionate care right here in our community.Simply shop at Mitre10 Kerikeri—every purchase over $20 earns you a token to support Hospice Mid-Northland.Please help spread the word and share this post—let's rally together to make a real difference!#Helpi... Thu, 27 Mar 2025 14:45:24 +1300 http://www.hospicemn.org.nz/blog/#post143442 http://www.hospicemn.org.nz/blog/post/143420/thank-you-to-bonnet-supporting-our-hospice-fleet/ We’re incredibly grateful to Bonnet (www.bonnet.co.nz), New Zealand’s leaders in fleet management, for their generous sponsorship of Hospice Mid-Northland.Thanks to Bonnet, we’re now using their intuitive and powerful fleet management software to help us keep our vehicles running smoothly and efficiently — ensuring our team can focus on what matters most: supporting patients and their whānau across the Mid-Northland region.This sponsorship allows us to better track vehicle maintenance, ... Thu, 27 Mar 2025 09:56:12 +1300 http://www.hospicemn.org.nz/blog/#post143420 http://www.hospicemn.org.nz/blog/post/143287/hospices-under-significant-cost-pressure-media-release/ Through providing free, end-of-life care to thousands of New Zealanders every year, local hospices are providing taxpayers at least $1.59 in health benefits for every dollar of government funding, a landmark report released today has found. However, the study, Sustainable Funding for Hospice Services, by leading public sector and economic specialists Martin Jenkins, highlighted that while New Zealand’s 28 publicly funded hospices relieve pressure on the national health system, particularly thr... Tue, 25 Mar 2025 11:56:45 +1300 http://www.hospicemn.org.nz/blog/#post143287