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We were given so much, so you give back

By Gemma Vallender on December 16, 2024
Three years sounds a long time, but when it’s all the time you have left with your mother, every day is precious. Jeanette Tootell was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in 2021, and her family gathered. Son Brendan said his sister came from Nelson, his brother from the United Kingdom, and they spent time with Jeanette […]

Rent donation helps Arohanui Hospice

By Gemma Vallender on December 11, 2024
Hosting friends while their new house was being built turned into an Arohanui Hospice fundraising opportunity for Val van der Donk of Otaki beach. Val’s friends needed a place to live for a couple of months, so Val offered her sleepout as a rental. But the building project underwent typical building project delays, and the […]

Volunteer Info test

By Blair on December 2, 2024

The Royal Sugar Cupcakes: Matilda and Harper’s Sweet Journey of Giving Back

By Gemma Vallender on November 28, 2024
Year 4 students Matilda Waite and Harper Bradnock from College Street Normal School have proven that with determination, creativity, and a sprinkle of sugar, even the smallest hands can make the biggest difference. Through their cupcake venture, The Royal Sugar Cupcakes, these young entrepreneurs raised an incredible $1188.40 for Arohanui Hospice, spreading joy one sweet […]

A time to remember loved ones at Christmas

By Abby on November 21, 2024
Farmers' annual Christmas campaign to support local hospice services is now underway, having launched on November 14. This beloved campaign offers a wonderful opportunity for the community to remember loved ones this Christmas and also raise much needed funds for their local hospice. This year marks the 11th year of Farmers’ partnership with hospices nationwide, […]

Local legend leaves huge legacy for hospice care

By Abby on October 30, 2024
Roger Oscar Clausen. Born December 14, 1943; died October 17, 2024 in Palmerston North. Farmer, Rotarian, Lutheran, Arohanui Hospice champion and Harley Davidson rider. Roger Clausen has been remembered as a man of unflinching faith who lived his life giving service to others. He was honoured many times, with a QSM in 2004, a Palmerston North […]
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