News and events
Read about our latest Mary Potter Hospice happenings and upcoming events in Wellington, Porirua and Kāpiti here.
If you’re planning on holding an event for us, please let us know so we can help promote your event too. Visit our Hospice Hero page for more information and for all media enquiries, please contact Senior Fundraiser – Phillip Harris, email phillip.harris@marypotter.org.nz.
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National Volunteer’s Week: Sandra
June 19th, 2024After 40 years of nursing, Sandra still wanted to help others. As she began scaling back her career in healthcare, she looked for opportunities to – read more
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National Volunteer’s Week: Bruce
June 18th, 2024Sharing special moments The two years I’ve been volunteering have been such a privilege. I like meeting people and have had some amazing conversations! Bruce’s – read more
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A heart to heart, in support of Mary Potter Hospice.
June 17th, 2024A nibble and a natter is commonplace at Malvina Major Retirement Village, but this tried and test tradition now has a new twist. A natter – read more
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National Volunteer’s Week: Sheryn & Striker
June 17th, 2024Striking a special connection Mary Potter Hospice is supported by an amazing team of over 500 volunteers and some are fluffier than others – like – read more
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Mum is living a full live, thanks to your generosity!
May 17th, 2024My mum, Eva, has been a real force for good throughout her life – although you’ll never hear her say that about herself! She’s been – read more
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Hospice Appeal 2024
May 9th, 2024Please help your local Hospice and support Mary Potter’s Appeal this May.
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Kāpiti community raises over $45,000 for Hospice
May 6th, 2024Mal Bird brought the Kāpiti Community together last Thursday to auction off 50+ items, generously donated by local businesses.
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A symbol of the values that guide our care
April 23rd, 2024The knitted hearts are a special way to connect patients and their loved ones, even when they are apart.
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I’ve already beaten the odds!
April 18th, 2024Keith has turned his hand to many things in his lifetime and feels he’s already beaten the odds.
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Fabric-a-brac is back, and it’s a big one!
April 15th, 2024This year, we’re celebrating 15 years since the fabric market and upcycling event started up in Newtown in 2009.
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Mary Potter Hospice Bereavement Café
March 27th, 2024The Bereavement Café is for people who have experienced the death of a loved one.
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We’re celebrating the opening of our 9th Hospice store – online!
March 25th, 2024Mary Potter Hospice’s TradeMe page has been operating for 19 years, and has since grown into a vital income stream for the Hospice.