“The Hospice appreciates what you do. It might be just making a cup of tea but you’re appreciated.”

Can you spare an hour or two this May to help keep Hospice services free for your community?

Gordon left a legacy gift in his Will. Now, Noelene is encouraging others to do the same, saying, “Do it. You might need them someday.”

His story is more than a résumé of projects and places. It’s about a man who used his engineering skill to build not just bridges and roads, but a life of substance — one defined by curiosity, contribution, and quiet excellence.

“Every day is different,” he explains. “I don’t always know what to expect when I walk through the door, but that’s part of what I enjoy about the role.”

What we heard moved us, what we do next matters more.

For my eightieth birthday, instead of gifts, I asked for donations to Mary Potter Hospice

Over $100,000 raised by Kāpiti’s spearfishing community for hospice care. A legacy of giving back.

Mum was the brains in the garden. I was just the weight behind the spade!

Mary Potter Hospice became my lifeline. Their counselling helped me process my diagnosis, and their support made me realize I wasn’t alone.

When Ashwin volunteers at the Inpatient Unit in Newtown, he enjoys the friendly and warm environment.

Kilbirnie, Lambton Quay, North City, and Paraparaumu Farmers stores raising an incredible $75,246.29 to support Mary Potter Hospice in Wellington, Porirua, and Kāpiti.