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Young Ocean Explorers Aims To Inspire Every Kiwi Child Through Revolutionary 21 Day Challenge
Wednesday, 29 January 2025, 7:26 pm | Young Ocean Explorers
This year’s challenge, “Together For Our Moana – We’re Shaping Our Future,” begins on February 28, 2025, and is packed with opportunities to foster environmental stewardship. More >>
New Social Housing Development Provides Much-Needed Homes In Palmerston North
Thursday, 23 January 2025, 11:20 am | Home in Place
Home in Place exists to provide safe, secure, and affordable homes for those in need, says Larissa Bridge, CEO of Home in Place New Zealand. More >>
New CEO To Focus On Working Together To Make Impact
Thursday, 12 December 2024, 10:57 am | Presbyterian Support Northern
Shaun Greaves says his key priorities in coming months will be getting to know staff, liaising with stakeholders, continuing to ensure service delivery and navigating financial constraints impacted by Government funding. More >>
Lifeline’s Tips To Dial Down Christmas Holiday Pressure
Wednesday, 11 December 2024, 4:01 pm | LifeLine
Families coming together to celebrate the holidays is usually something to look forward to, but for some, it can be a time of dread and foreboding due to conflict or the fear of family tensions boiling over. Family violence rates soar during the festive ... More >>
Larissa Bridge Appointed CEO Of Home In Place New Zealand
Friday, 6 December 2024, 10:35 am | Home in Place
Larissa brings more than 20 years of experience in property management, leadership, and community housing to her role, including a strong track record of delivering significant outcomes for vulnerable communities. More >>
Lifeline’s ‘For The Dawn’ Offers A Fresh Start For World Mental Health Day
Monday, 30 September 2024, 3:24 pm | Lifeline Aotearoa
Starting at 6.15am, For The Dawn is an opportunity to set aside some time to reflect on your mental health and stand in solidarity with all those who are struggling across the country. More >>
Lifeline Needs A Lifeline To Support New Zealanders Through Crisis
Wednesday, 25 September 2024, 4:09 pm | LifeLine
Lifeline’s role in primary mental health services has never been more important. Lifeline and the Tautoko suicide crisis lines literally save lives. More >>
Shaun Greaves To Join PSN As New CEO
Wednesday, 25 September 2024, 8:54 am | Presbyterian Support Northern
Currently the Executive Director (CEO) of Amnesty International Aotearoa New Zealand, Shaun Greaves has a strong track record in leading non-government organisations. More >>
Concern Over Funding Cuts Affecting Front-line Services
Monday, 16 September 2024, 2:58 pm | Presbyterian Support Northern
PSN is particularly concerned about the 800 or so vulnerable whānau who will be left with little or no support for caring for their tamariki. More >>
Kiwi Businesses Are Unlocking International Markets With B Corp Certification
Sunday, 15 September 2024, 10:56 pm | B Lab Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand
The certification uses a comprehensive framework to evaluate a company's governance and impact on its workers, community, environment, and customers. More >>
Kiwi B Corps Rising To Climate Challenge
Tuesday, 13 August 2024, 12:16 pm | B Lab Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand
The B Lab AANZ Annual Report 2023/2024 also highlights the growing awareness of B Corp Certification, with 15% awareness in Aotearoa New Zealand, and 7% awareness of B Lab. This rising awareness is crucial as consumers increasingly seek trustworthy ... More >>
Families Reduce Heating, Food, To Pay Bills
Monday, 8 July 2024, 4:40 pm | Presbyterian Support Northern
PSN, whose social services include Family Works, Lifeline and Shine, works with thousands of people from Taupō to Whangārei. This region accounts for the highest number of KiwiSaver fund withdrawals for significant financial hardship. More >>
Severity Of Family Violence On Rise As Recession Bites
Friday, 7 June 2024, 3:01 pm | Shine
Leading specialist family violence service Shine is seeing more severe and complex family violence cases as the recession and a shortage of rental accommodation limit the options people have to escape a violent partner. Photo/Supplied Shine is reporting ... More >>
Lifeline Celebrates 60th Year But “Pressure Has Never Been Greater”
Monday, 29 April 2024, 1:06 pm | LifeLine
Lifeline has not received government funding since 2016 while demand for primary mental health support remains high, and increases significantly at times of stress such as the COVID-19 pandemic, severe weather events and the cost of living crisis. More >>
Octagon Investment Funds Now Available To Financial Advisers On NZXWT Platform
Thursday, 4 April 2024, 11:55 am | Wright Communications
“Octagon is pleased to have partnered with NZX Wealth Technologies and to be able to offer our funds on the NZXWT platform,” said Octagon’s BDM. “Investing in Octagon funds will now be quick and easy and the funds can be seamlessly incorporated ... More >>
Too Many Employers Still Asking For “proof” Of Domestic Violence
Thursday, 28 March 2024, 10:18 am | Shine
Family violence specialist service Shine is calling on employers to stop asking for proof of domestic violence in order for employees to access domestic violence leave. The call comes five years after the introduction of the Domestic Violence ... More >>
New Lifeline Training And Support Aimed At Helping Businesses And Call Centres
Monday, 25 March 2024, 1:24 pm | LifeLine
Lifeline to help businesses, community groups and call centres respond to distressed clients Training and support services provided by Lifeline Connect Trainers and Lifeline counsellors. Aim to upskill businesses, call centre staff and community groups More >>
Signs That Love Is Not Love This Valentine's Day
Tuesday, 13 February 2024, 10:07 am | Shine
Tomorrow is Valentine’s Day – for many it is a celebration of love, but for others, it is a chilling reminder of what love looks like. This Valentine’s Day, Family violence response service, Shine, is highlighting the importance of knowing ... More >>
Call For Support To Help Those Experiencing Family Violence This Christmas
Wednesday, 13 December 2023, 11:31 am | Shine
Specialist family violence service Shine is calling for public support for its 12 Days of Christmas appeal to help meet increased demand over the Christmas holiday season. Shine Services Delivery Manager Daisy Ta’ufo’ou says the festive season ... More >>
Shine And Google Aim To Connect Kiwis With Domestic Violence Support More Quickly
Friday, 24 November 2023, 9:43 am | Shine
Friday 24 Nov: Just ahead of domestic violence awareness White Ribbon Day (Nov 25), Shine , a leading specialist family violence prevention service has revealed that calls to their helpline increased over 60% in October when compared to previous months. ... More >>
