Since the first Warkworth Garage Sale 21 years ago, Christine Sanderson has been ‘Camp Leader’, chief sorter and saleswoman, rag cutter and deliverer, community liaison and, to many customers, the face of a local institution.

New Chair sees opportunities in Covid-19 crisis
One of Ann’s strengths is her ability to identify the opportunities in a crisis and not be weighed down by the challenges.

The “Linen Ladies” recycle for good
Rae Taylor and Adeline Cottier, aka, The Linen Ladies, have a bond of friendship and humour which has seen them through over 8 years of volunteering together.

Homemaking skills brought to Hospice
From working in our shops to baking the cake for the opening of Hibiscus Hospice, Carol is always looking for creative new ways that she can help Hospice make a little more money from donations.

Every little bit helps
In addition to her regular Hospice shop shift, Valerie cleans and restores all the silver donations to their former glory.

Creative ways to fundraise
Val says “every patient has taught me something that’s been really important in my life.

From driving to recycling
After watching a friend pass away in Hospice care, Rob Heath always knew he would find a way to get involved in Hospice one day.

Emotional & spiritual care help couple cope with the long haul
Thanks to the amazing support of our community, Colin and Gaye were able to deal with each new challenge because they could pick up the phone and call Harbour Hospice at any time, day or night.

