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Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind - Latest News [Page 5]

Smoke Gets In Your Eyes - And That’s A Bad Thing!

Monday, 23 May 2005, 4:27 pm | Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind

A popular song talked about smoke getting in your eyes, but it didn’t mention that smoking is a contributing factor of eye disease and possibly blindness. More >>

Live Auction Charity Event of the Year

Monday, 16 May 2005, 10:37 am | Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind

Tomorrow evening celebrities, VIP’s and generous members of the public will turn out to attend the fundraising event of the year. The Royal New Zealand Foundation of the Blind (RNZFB) is holding its live auction charity event at Hilton Auckland. ... More >>

Blind Bidding Bonanza

Tuesday, 10 May 2005, 11:47 am | Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind

Going Going Gone! Hop onto the net, get that mouse rolling and support a great cause as the Royal New Zealand Foundation of the Blind (RNZFB) launches its 2005 online auction today. The seven-day online auction hosted by Trademe.co.nz showcases a unique ... More >>

Foundation of the Blind on-line extravaganza

Monday, 2 May 2005, 11:24 am | Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind

The Royal New Zealand Foundation of the Blind (RNZFB) is ready to create an online fundraising experience. In just a weeks time on May 10 the RNZFB launches its on-line auction fundraising campaign. Hosted by trademe.co.nz the on-auction boasts a selection ... More >>

Guide Dog killed in Christchurch road accident

Friday, 15 April 2005, 1:52 pm | Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind

Guide Dog killed in Christchurch road accident; guide dog handler unharmed; Royal New Zealand Foundation of the Blind providing support More >>

New Regional Group Fights Blindness

Friday, 18 March 2005, 4:54 pm | Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind

Blindness organisations across the Asia Pacific have launched an organisation to fight the No 1 cause of blindness in developed countries; Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD). More >>

Guide Dog Appeal volunteers needed!

Wednesday, 23 February 2005, 11:18 am | Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind

Put your best paw forward by donating a few hours of your time during the Royal New Zealand Foundation of the Blind's (RNZFB) annual Guide Dog Appeal, 8-10 April. More >>

Whanganui River Journey

Tuesday, 25 January 2005, 9:17 am | Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind

January 25 marks the beginning of the 10th annual Royal New Zealand Foundation of the Blind Whanganui River Journey. More >>

$600,000 Christmas present for Guide Dog Services!

Wednesday, 22 December 2004, 4:57 pm | Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind

Christmas comes early for the Royal New Zealand Foundation of the Blind (RNZFB) with a legacy of around $600,000 for Guide Dog Services. More >>

Preliminary Blind Week results nearly $1 million

Thursday, 18 November 2004, 5:33 pm | Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind

We can't afford for you not to see us was the theme for this year's Blind Week appeal and preliminary results show that New Zealanders certainly saw our volunteers in their bright orange hats and vests. More >>

Shady Behaviour For Eyes Encouraged

Wednesday, 17 November 2004, 4:51 pm | Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind

The Royal New Zealand Foundation of the Blind and SunSmart are joining forces in encouraging “shady” behaviour during SunSmart Week (November 14 – 20) to ensure that all New Zealanders realise the importance of their eyesight. More >>

Vodafone and the RNZFB new partnership

Thursday, 11 November 2004, 4:21 pm | Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind

From the Royal New Zealand Foundation of the Blind 11 November 2004 Media Release For immediate distribution More >>

Safeguard the sparkle in your kids’ eyes

Thursday, 4 November 2004, 2:03 pm | Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind

The Royal New Zealand Foundation of the Blind (RNZFB) reminds Kiwi parents that, while traditional Guy Fawkes sparklers and other fireworks are fun to use and pretty to look at, they can be especially dangerous to children. More >>

Taumarunui resident receives Chairman's Award 2004

Monday, 1 November 2004, 10:31 am | Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind

"Michael Turner is a man who has dedicated decades of work for his community, without regard for his personal needs and reward" says Royal New Zealand Foundation of the Blind's (RNZFB) Chairman Don McKenzie, about the 2004 Chairman's Award winner. More >>

Still needed - an army of volunteers to stand out!

Tuesday, 5 October 2004, 4:48 pm | Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind

It is not too late to put on a silly orange hat and stand out for a good cause later this month on behalf of the Royal New Zealand Foundation of the Blind (RNZFB). More >>

Foundation of the Blind needs volunteers now!

Tuesday, 7 September 2004, 2:29 pm | Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind

Photo-Caption: Regional Fundraising Manager Martin Casey may have gone a bit over the top to stress the theme of this year’s Blind Week fundraiser – ‘We can’t afford for you not to see us!’ The Foundation urgently needs over 13,000 volunteers for ... More >>

Foundation of the Blind needs volunteers now!

Tuesday, 7 September 2004, 11:49 am | Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind

If you like wearing silly hats and want to volunteer your time for a good cause, the Royal New Zealand Foundation of the Blind (RNZFB) needs your help now! More >>

New blind support group

Wednesday, 11 August 2004, 10:44 am | Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind

New blind support group generated from top fashion photographer’s pursuit of beauty More >>

Watch out for Funky Fun on Funky Eye Friday

Monday, 9 August 2004, 5:18 pm | Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind

The Royal New Zealand Foundation of the Blind is calling all primary and intermediate school students to get down and get funky on Friday 27 August as part of their Funky Eye Friday competition. More >>

Get online to raise money for blind and impaired

Wednesday, 23 June 2004, 12:01 am | Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind

The New Zealand public are urged to get their cash, credit cards and cheques ready when items are up for bid at the Royal New Zealand Foundation of the Blind’s (RNZFB) first online charity auction. From the quirky and cheap to the expensive, elegant ... More >>

   

 
 
 
 
 

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