Annually, we provide care for more than 1100 patients throughout the region, and support for their families/whanau and those important to them.
Zimmerman Gallery Hosts Hospice Fundraising Art Exhibition
This July, art lovers have a unique opportunity to take home “a piece of local history,” says Bronwyn Zimmerman, Director of the Zimmerman Art Gallery. More than 40 artworks have been generously donated to support Arohanui Hospice, showcasing the work of four well-known local artists: Dr Brian Booth, Basil Register, Jack Register, and Frank Davis. […]
Volunteer Awareness Week - Meet Marie-Louise and Michael Ongley
For Marie-Louise and Michael, volunteering at Arohanui Hospice is about more than just giving their time - it’s about connection, having fun, and making people feel welcome. Marie-Louise first got involved 12 years ago after retiring from her busy property management business and navigating her own journey as a cancer survivor. When thinking about where […]
Nausea, tiredness, losing weight. These were the first indicators that something might be wrong for Sharon O’Sullivan. She and husband John had been in the South Island in July 2025, and, when back home, Sharon checked in with her GP. Subsequent tests in late August showed she had cancer of the colon, with advanced secondaries. […]
Specialist palliative care in Manawatu, Rangitikei, Tararua, Horowhenua and Otaki
Our specialist palliative care services are delivered by a multi-disciplinary team of specialist medical and clinical health professionals, plus support staff, all working together to provide individual care for you and your family/whanau.
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Zimmerman Gallery Hosts Hospice Fundraising Art Exhibition
This July, art lovers have a unique opportunity to take home “a piece of local history,” says Bronwyn Zimmerman, Director of the Zimmerman Art Gallery. More than 40 artworks have been generously donated to support Arohanui Hospice, showcasing the work of four well-known local artists: Dr Brian Booth, Basil Register, Jack Register, and Frank Davis. […]
Volunteer Awareness Week - Meet Marie-Louise and Michael Ongley
For Marie-Louise and Michael, volunteering at Arohanui Hospice is about more than just giving their time - it’s about connection, having fun, and making people feel welcome. Marie-Louise first got involved 12 years ago after retiring from her busy property management business and navigating her own journey as a cancer survivor. When thinking about where […]
Tree of Remembrance - Help Families Who Need Hospice Care This Christmas
Farmers stores across the region are underway with their Tree of Remembrance campaign in support of Arohanui Hospice. Farmers stores across Aotearoa have once again begun fundraising for their local hospice service through the annual Tree of Remembrance campaign. This year marks the twelfth year of the national partnership between Farmers and hospices, during which customers have donated more than $9 million to help keep hospice care free of […]
14–15 November 2025 | Palmerston North Gather your friends and mark your calendars: the much-loved Hearts & Homes fundraising tour is returning on 14–15 November 2025. Now in its 28th year, this two-day event invites you to step inside some of Manawatū’s most inspiring homes and gardens, while raising vital funds for Arohanui Hospice. This […]
