Bob Wainhouse volunteer story blog july25

Fifteen years of entertaining at Hospice

Bob plays the piano at Harbour Hospice’s Day Group sessions for patients and their carers and this month he’ll be recognised for 15 years’ service.

Mike Grunsell 2025 (golf volunteer)

Giving back to hospice

Golf has been a lifelong passion for Ōrewa resident Mike Grunsell (79) so when he wanted to fundraise for Harbour Hospice, starting a golf tournament was a no-brainer.

Phil and Patsy Bates 5 (1)

Guided every step of the way

It was Phil Bates’ wish to remain at home with his dear wife Patsy until his very last breath. With hospice support, Patsy was able to fulfill his wish.

Maureen & Christine (1)

Hospice champions reflect on volunteering

Knowing they’re helping others is the reason Warkworth locals Maureen Phillips, 91, and Christine Sanderson, 83, have volunteered for Harbour Hospice for more than three decades.

North Shore gardeners (1)

Gardening volunteers dig in for Harbour Hospice

For those who love to garden, there’s nothing more therapeutic than a morning spent pulling weeds or pruning – and that’s what you’ll find five cheerful volunteers doing every Monday morning at Harbour Hospice North Shore.

NVW FB tile 25 (1)

Harbour Hospice launches heartwarming videos in National Volunteer Week

This week marks National Volunteer Week, and to celebrate we’re launching a series of heartwarming videos that celebrate our volunteers and the valuable contribution they make.

Lydia Fookes 1 (1)

Kiwi takes on ultramarathon to raise funds for Harbour Hospice

Meet Lydia Fookes. Lydia is a Kiwi on a mission to raise $2500 for Harbour Hospice by running an ultra marathon in Canada, the Squamish50 on 17 August.

art exhibition hibiscus 2025 artist fiona blog preview (1)

Art Exhibition & Sale this King's Birthday Weekend

This King's Birthday Weekend will see the 19th ‘Art Exhibition & Sale’ fundraiser for Harbour Hospice take place at the Estuary Art Centre in Orewa.

Karen and John Rehm 2 (1)

‘Hospice has taken a weight off our shoulders’

John and Karen Rehm were introduced to Harbour Hospice services soon after John’s shock cancer diagnosis. Knowing they’ll be so well looked after has brought huge relief.

Margaret HHAM25 (1)

We trusted Hospice implicitly

Until Gary Dance experienced Harbour Hospice care, he had thought hospice was “just a place where you go to die”.

DONATE NOW

You can donate to us via our secure online facility, a fast and easy way to donate.