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A day at the foodbank: 'A lot of fun, a lot of problem-solving, and a lot of kindness'
What our reporter learned from spending a day volunteering with a vital community service.
Couple's surprise: Tairāwhiti volunteers win Nan Evans award
Hans Kwak: 'The award is as much for Trish as it is for me.'
Inaugural event to showcase a 'world of difference' through volunteering
"Even if they only have a couple of hours to give, that can make a world of difference."
Kaikohe policeman awarded for 35 years of service to his Far North community
His secret for his long-standing service is his “love for the job” and “incredible family.
King's Birthday honours: Former Ngāi Tahu CEO 'delighted' with CNZM
The iwi's first female leader, Arihia Bennett, says it is a 'shared acknowledgement'.
Talking point: Communities at the heart of restoring trust
OPINION: National social cohesion approaches seldom work. Local efforts are vital.
'My mum just has this beautiful approach to life' Family ask for support after mum injured in crash
'It was a scary and traumatic experience for all of us,' Molloy family say.
Out of the shadows: Women's Refuge needs help as build stalls
Hawke’s Bay Today is partnering with Women’s Refuge to help it build a new public space.
'Hell of a noise': 120-year-old tree falls on house and car
'It just dropped like anything.'
'Pretty humbling': Tāmata Hauhā boss nominated for New Zealander of the Year
'You sit back and go, ‘Actually, we’ve done some pretty remarkable stuff.'
'A real privilege': Sport Whanganui boss signs off
'It's not about high performance, it's about getting out and doing stuff.'
Lights, sirens and heroes: Ngongotahā Volunteer Fire Brigade raises $5.4k for Christmas appeal
By 9pm, the Salvation Army bus was so heavily laden with donations it could hardly move.
Wheelchair Wagon still on a roll 40 years later
A pressing need in the community has been met by dedicated volunteers since 1983.
Flash Planet? Revamped Hastings icon Splash Planet to open on Monday
A fair bit of water will greet guests of Splash Planet on Monday.
The Dinner Club still bringing people together months after Cyclone Gabrielle
The tables are set, and there is a delicious smell coming from the kitchen.
Charitible trust rooted in kaumātua-centred vision by kaumātua, for kaumātua
Rauawaawa celebrated its silver jubilee with cake and kaikōrero.
Interactive map: Is your community better or worse off than others across NZ?
What does where we live tell us about our wellbeing? This map gives a first-ever glimpse.
Use of Whanganui shared pathways increased by 12 per cent
The Whanganui District Council said the increase in use was due to promotion of the paths.
Mental health: Shake-up of Wellington services promises better response for patients in crisis
A proposal document details changes to community services for adults in the capital.
Mental health wellness centre's anniversary tinged with future uncertainty
Raumati Beach-based centre celebrates key anniversary in the face of future uncertainty.
‘Totally unacceptable’: Sir Paul Adams on poverty, homelessness and NZ’s growing social divide
"The only way to succeed financially was to become well-qualified professionally."
Waverley Fire Brigade member honoured for 25 years of service
Raeone Wirihana first joined the brigade in 1995.
Brian Doughty wins Whanganui Rural Community Board byelection
Doughty said he now had to work to give people what they wanted.
Volunteer numbers bounce back
The number of volunteers in Whanganui has bounced back after a lull due to Covid-19.
Local Focus: 'Massive increase' in clothing need as cost of living bites, winter nears
Koha Apparel is on a mission to help the vulnerable look good and feel great.
Three throw their hats in the ring for Kai Iwi byelection
Voting for the election will begin on June 15.
Council budget cuts: South Auckland leader weeps at loss of funding helping 60,000 poor kids
Matt Winiata said there would be no funding for the programme.