Hospice Whanganui, New Zealand

08/12/2025

Some moments speak for themselves 💜✨

Every message placed on the Tree of Remembrance at Farmers Whanganui carries aroha - memories, gratitude, and the names of those we hold close at Christmas.

When you make a donation and write a message for someone you’re remembering, you’re also helping Hospice Whanganui provide free, specialist care for patients and whānau in our community.

A beautiful act of love, and a meaningful way to give this Christmas.

Visit Farmers Whanganui to leave your message on the tree 🌿

08/12/2025

🌿 Our 2024–25 Annual Report is now live!

This year’s report shares the stories, milestones, and moments that shaped our hospice whānau - from patient and whānau experiences, to volunteer impact, community partnerships, and organisational highlights.

At our AGM we also farewelled long-serving Board Chair Kirsten Bryant, and welcomed Jamie Procter as our new Chair and Dr Emma Davey as Deputy Chair. We’re grateful for their leadership as we continue to strengthen hospice care for our community.

💛 Thank you to everyone who supports Hospice Whanganui, your aroha makes this mahi possible.

👉 Read the full Annual Report on our website: https://hospicewhanganui.org.nz/2024-25-annual-report/

03/12/2025

This year’s limited-edition Holly bauble is more than a Christmas decoration - it carries a meaning close to the heart of hospice care.

Holly has long symbolised:
🌿 Protection
💛 Good fortune
💚 Resilience
✨ Eternal life

These qualities reflect the aroha, strength and dignity shared every day across hospice services in Aotearoa - and right here in Whanganui.

Pick up your Holly bauble at Farmers Whanganui, and know that 100% of every in-store bauble sold comes directly back to support Hospice Whanganui.

A small gift that makes a truly meaningful difference. 💜

02/12/2025

Have your say | Draft Action Plan for carers

The Ministry of Social Development is seeking feedback on a new draft Action Plan for unpaid and informal carers - the people who support loved ones every day, often quietly, and often at great personal cost.

The draft Action Plan sets out priorities for recognising carers, strengthening their wellbeing, and improving financial security. It’s been developed with the Carers Alliance and organisations across Aotearoa who walk alongside carers and whānau.

There are many ways to share your voice, including community workshops, online workshops, written submissions or a quick survey.

Consultation is open until 12 February 2026.

Find out more: https://www.msd.govt.nz/.../draft-carers-strategy-action

The Ministry of Social Development is keen to hear your thoughts on a new draft Action Plan for unpaid or informal carers which will provide a roadmap for the long-term issues they face.

The draft Action Plan has been developed in partnership with the Carers Alliance and an Advisory Group of organisations representing the needs of carers.

There will be multiple opportunities for you to have your say, including community and online workshops, submissions and a quick survey. Click here https://www.msd.govt.nz/about-msd-and-our-work/publications-resources/consultations/carers-strategy-action-plan/draft-carers-strategy-action-plan.html find out more.

Consultation will be open until 12 February 2026.

30/11/2025

🎄 One week to go!

We’re counting down the days until our 2025 Hospice Whanganui High Tea - and we can’t wait to welcome you! 💜

Here’s what’s in store:
✨ Festive Christmas treats on your cake stand
✨ Beautifully curated raffle baskets
✨ Our popular fancy hat competition
✨ A warm afternoon of carols, connection, and community
✨ All in support of Hospice Whanganui’s free, specialist care for patients and their whānau

📅 This Sunday, 7 December
🕛 12–2pm
📍 Hospice Whanganui

It’s nearly time - and we’re so excited to share this special day with you. 💜

27/11/2025

The 2025 Holly bauble is now available at Farmers Whanganui.

This year’s limited-edition Holly bauble represents protection, resilience and the aroha shared in hospice care every day.

100% of every in-store bauble sold comes directly back to support Hospice Whanganui. A small gift that makes a big difference.

Pick yours up in-store before Christmas Eve 💚✨

26/11/2025

🎁✨ We’re sending a big thank-you to some of the generous local businesses who’ve come on board this week to support our Hospice Whanganui High Tea.

Your contributions help us create a beautiful day for our community - and support our ability to provide free, specialist palliative care for patients and their whānau. 💜

A huge thank you to:

🎄 PKF Doyle & Associates The Accountants Limited
For their generous contribution towards our festive treats.

🛒 PAK'nSAVE Whanganui
For supporting our catering with a voucher.

🍓 Harakeke Berries
For donating all the fresh strawberries for our cake stands.

🐟 Tony Smith from Metalfold
For generously donating smoked salmon for our savoury tier.

We’re so grateful for the aroha of our local sponsors, your kindness truly helps make this event special.

25/11/2025

“It means a safe, caring space. A place where we see our whanau being cared for and loved on. It’s a space where we can rest, laugh and enjoy our loved ones during some hard times.”

This is what hospice care means to so many in our community.

Every bauble purchased and every message placed on the Tree of Remembrance at Farmers Whanganui helps us continue providing this care, free of charge, for patients and their whānau.

Pick up your Holly bauble or add to the Tree of Remembrance at Farmers Whanganui this week 💚

21/11/2025

🌟 Final Days to Grab Your High Tea Tickets! 🎄

We’re almost there - and we’d love to fill these last few seats!

Join us this Sunday 7 December for a festive afternoon of Christmas treats, carols, raffle baskets, and our much-loved fancy hat competition 💜

If you’ve been meaning to get your ticket, now’s the moment:

🎟 Tickets close this Sunday
📍 Buy online at hospicewhanganui.org.nz

Every ticket helps Hospice Whanganui continue providing free, specialist palliative care for patients and whānau across our community.

Let’s make this event one to remember ✨

18/11/2025

📣 Got questions about our Festive High Tea? 🎄✨

We’ve put together a quick FAQ so you know exactly what to expect - from parking to what’s included, how to get tickets, and more.

👉 Swipe through to read the FAQs
🎟 Tickets close Sunday 23 November
🎄 Event: Sunday 7 December | 12–2pm

Join us for festive treats, carols, raffle baskets, and our much-loved hat competition - all in support of Hospice Whanganui’s free, specialist palliative care for patients and their whānau 💜

Book now at hospicewhanganui.org.nz or pop into our office!