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Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind - Latest News [Page 7]

The Perfect Puppy

Thursday, 27 March 2003, 4:59 pm | Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind

Ask Fiona Sharp a question about raising puppies and you’re guaranteed a knowledgeable answer. More >>

Arrest a Celeb

Wednesday, 26 March 2003, 11:53 am | Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind

Ever wanted to see Carl Hoeft behind bars? Or bail out 'Toni' from Shortland Street? Friday 28 March will give you the opportunity to do both when the RNZFB holds a slightly "wacky" fundraiser for the 2003 Guide Dog Appeal in Dunedin. More >>

Not just an ordinary dog!

Friday, 14 March 2003, 5:32 pm | Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind

Ever thought about how the Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind's (RNZFB) Guide Dog Services takes what looks like an ordinary puppy and turns it into a hard-working, responsive guide dog for a blind or vision-impaired New Zealander? Well, it takes ... More >>

More “paws” please

Wednesday, 12 March 2003, 3:55 pm | Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind

The Guide Dog Appeal is just round the corner and guide dogs and guide dog puppies want your support! More >>

New constitution a milestone for RNZFB

Wednesday, 12 February 2003, 10:16 am | Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind

The Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind (RNZFB) has reached another milestone in its quest for self-determination. More >>

New date for 2003 Guide Dog Appeal

Friday, 7 February 2003, 10:08 am | Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind

Collectors for the Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind’s (RNZFB) Guide Dog Appeal will be stepping out at the end of March this year, a month earlier than they have in previous years. More >>

RNZFB remove computer from Internet pornographer

Friday, 24 January 2003, 9:43 am | Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind

The Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind (RNZFB) is taking swift action after the sentencing of Internet child pornographer, Martin Silby last Friday, 17 January. More >>

Guide dog York flies around the world in 28 days

Thursday, 16 January 2003, 9:25 am | Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind

Guide dog York is retaining his status as the most travelled guide dog in New Zealand. More >>

Blind Achievers' 2002 Annual Awards

Monday, 9 December 2002, 10:01 am | Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind

At a special evening function at Government House on Friday 6 December the achievements of six blind/sight-impaired New Zealanders were recognised in the Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind's (RNZFB) 2002 Blind Achievers' Awards. More >>

Landmark Charity Legislation Passed by Parliament

Wednesday, 4 December 2002, 6:04 pm | Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind

Late this afternoon, Parliament passed the Royal New Zealand Foundation of the Blind Act 2002 setting out a clear process for new governance and eventually replacing the 1963 Act under which the RNZFB has been running. More >>

Blind Week results so far

Thursday, 28 November 2002, 9:58 pm | Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind

The preliminary Blind Week 2002 results are proof that the bright orange and black arrow hats and vests made it hard for people to miss our collectors on the streets. More >>

Pooch-mania at the RNZFB

Tuesday, 12 November 2002, 5:49 pm | Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind

Christmas is rolling around again and The Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind (RNZFB) is getting into the swing of things with their own line of Christmas cards and a 2003 New Zealand Events Calendar featuring guide dogs and guide dog puppies. More >>

Don’t let sparklers take sparkle from your eyes

Friday, 1 November 2002, 6:05 pm | Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind

The Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind (RNZFB) is warning Kiwis that while traditional Guy Fawkes sparklers are fun to use and pretty to look at, they are dangerous and can lead to injury, especially when used by children. More >>

Acting CEO appointed to Foundation for the Blind

Wednesday, 30 October 2002, 4:52 pm | Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind

The Board of Trustees for the Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind (RNZFB) is pleased to announce they have appointed an Acting Chief Executive (CEO). More >>

2002 Chairman’s Award winner announced by RNZFB

Monday, 28 October 2002, 9:12 pm | Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind

The Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind presented RNZFB member Carolyn Weston with the 2002 Chairman's Award for her services to the blind community at their annual public meeting this afternoon. More >>

Volunteers still urgently needed for Blind Week

Thursday, 17 October 2002, 5:15 pm | Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind

The Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind (RNZFB) is making an urgent plea for help and needs to find at least another 8,500 volunteers nation-wide for Blind Week 2002 (29 October - 4 November). More >>

Kids get funky to help their eyes

Thursday, 19 September 2002, 4:48 pm | Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind

Bright, zany or retro - primary school children around New Zealand will be adding a pair of funky glasses to their wardrobes this Friday, glasses they will have lovingly crafted themselves. More >>

Blind Foundation's Chief Executive Resigns

Wednesday, 28 August 2002, 2:03 pm | Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind

Jane Holden, Chief Executive of the Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind (RNZFB) announced her resignation today after four years of leadership. More >>

Don’t turn a blind eye to Blind Week

Friday, 23 August 2002, 11:20 am | Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind

18,000 enthusiastic volunteers are needed for the Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind’s (RNZFB) Blind Week appeal from 29 October to 4 November. More >>

Blind and sight-impaired voters get prepared

Friday, 19 July 2002, 6:36 pm | Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind

The Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind (RNZFB) is keen to let all its members know their voting rights when they visit the election polling booths next weekend. More >>

   

 
 
 
 
 

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