Hospice Southland

17/11/2025

What an incredible weekend!

A huge thank you to the amazing Cruise 4 Care team for organising yet another fantastic Poker Run - your hard work, passion, and dedication make this event such a standout every year.

And to everyone who came out to take part, cheer, ride, bid, donate, or simply show your support… thank you. Your generosity means so much, and it all adds up to an incredible contribution to Hospice Southland.

Every dollar raised stays local and helps us continue providing compassionate care and support to patients and families across our community.

We’re so grateful for this incredible community. Until next time — thank you!

14/11/2025

Volunteer Spotlight - Meet our wonderful Alex!

It has been incredibly rewarding to watch Alex’s journey - starting as a valued member of our Yarrow St Shop volunteer team to now joining our Hospice Southland staff.

Working onsite at our front desk, Alex is often one of the first friendly faces our patients and visitors see. Her warm welcome and calm presence truly reflect the spirit of our organisation.

Seeing our younger volunteers grow, gain confidence, and take on new responsibilities is one of the greatest joys of our work. It’s a powerful reminder that when we invest in our volunteers, we strengthen the support and services we offer to patients and families - we’re also shaping the next generation of compassionate caregivers in our community.

If you’re interested in learning more about volunteering with us, please reach out to our Volunteer Coordinator, Toni, at toni.eade@hospicesouthland.org.nz

We’d love to hear from you!

12/11/2025

Some of our Hospice Southland Day Programme attendees had a wonderful evening last night at the NZ Army Band - Brass in Concert. The music and singing were absolutely superb, and we were treated with such kindness by everyone involved.

A special thank you to SSGT Nick Johnson, the Bandmaster, for arranging our complimentary tickets and taking the time to meet us after the concert — such a thoughtful gesture that made the night even more special!

12/11/2025

It is not too late to register for this weekends Cruise 4 Care!

Hayz At The Anchorage and The Golden Age Tavern are proud to host the first stop on this year’s scenic Southland cruise!

Register today: https://events.humanitix.com/cruise-4-hospice-poker-run-2025

11/11/2025

Calling all bargain lovers, vintage seekers and op shop adventurers – it’s time for a road trip with a purpose!

Join us on Sunday 30th November for our Hospice Southland Shop Bus Tour, where we’ll explore our fabulous shops in Gore, Winton, North Road and Yarrow Street – all in one fun-filled day!

🎟️ Tickets only: $35
🕙 Departing: 10am from our Yarrow Street Shop (arriving back at our Yarrow st store at approx 4pm)
🥂 Includes: A light lunch and a glass of bubbly (or juice!)

Gather your besties, your shopping shoes, and your treasure-hunting spirit – you never know what gems you’ll discover along the way!

Tickets available now at our Yarrow Street and North Road Hospice Shops.

All proceeds support Hospice Southland.

11/11/2025

Do you love clothes, colours, and creating fabulous looks? Got an hour or two to spare during the week?

Our Hospice Shop - Gore is on the hunt for some Fashionista Volunteers to help us out!
Whether you’re a trendsetter, a tidy-upper, or a champion of colour coordination - you’ll fit right in with our fun, friendly crew.

No runway experience required - just a love of fashion and a big heart for Hospice Southland. Flexible shifts/days.

Pop into the shop for more info - or see the link to our application form below:

https://hsct.infoodle.com/f/VolunteerApplicationForm

10/11/2025

At Hospice Southland, we know the power of community — it’s what lifts us, sustains us, and reminds us that none of us carry life’s challenges alone.

That’s why we’re so proud to be part of this year’s Southland Community Challenge, alongside Active Southland, The Grace Street Project, and KiwiHarvest.

From January 12th to March 8th, 2026, Southlanders are coming together for two months of fun, fitness, and fundraising, supporting three local charities that make a real difference in our region.

If you are wanting to help out on the day check out the link on the Southland Student Volunteer Armys post below - This is an amazing opportunity for volunteers to make a real difference - keeping participants safe, supporting a major community event, and showing the impact of youth volunteering across Southland.

🌟 Southland Student Volunteer Army in Action! 🌟

We’ve been asked to support the Southland Community Challenge 2026 by helping run the aid station and acting as course wardens for the Wensleys Cycles Surf to City event on 8th March 2026 🚴‍♂️💪

This is an amazing opportunity for our volunteers to make a real difference — keeping participants safe, supporting a major community event, and showing the impact of youth volunteering across Southland. 🙌

Want to be part of the action?
👉 Sign up here: https://makeform.ai/f/gi5TG7oZ

Together, we can show the power of Southland volunteering and inspire others to get involved! 💛

09/11/2025

Introducing Pete Thompson
Hospice Southland CEO | Tumu Whakarae

We are excited to introduce Pete Thompson -
Guided by a strong belief in community, relationships, and purpose, Pete joins Hospice Southland as CEO to continue and grow the exceptional work our team delivers every day.

Pete will start with the Hospice Southland team in January 2026

05/11/2025

A huge thank you to Street Machines Southland Inc for their incredible donation of $3,000 to Hospice Southland!

The funds were raised through their annual Betta Inspect It Car & Bike Show, which brings together car and bike enthusiasts from across the region to celebrate their passion and give back to the community.

We’re so grateful for this generous support — it will go toward purchasing much-needed equipment to help us continue providing compassionate care for patients and families across Southland and the Wakatipu Basin.

To Doug Arthur and the entire Street Machines Southland team — thank you for proving once again that horsepower and heart go hand in hand.

03/11/2025

Cruise 4 Care– Car Poker Run!

Get ready to hit the road for a great cause! Join us for our Cruise 4 Care Car Poker Run, where car lovers and community supporters come together to raise funds for Hospice Southland.

Enjoy a scenic Southland drive, test your luck with the best poker hand, and finish the day with great company, prizes, and plenty of laughs — all while supporting compassionate care in our community.
Date: Saturday 15th November
Start Time: Park up from 10am
Start Location: Waikiwi Tavern
Entry: $20 per car - $5 per poker hand

All proceeds go directly towards Hospice Southland care and support for patients and their families.

Register now or find out more at:
www.cruise4care.org.nz

02/11/2025

Total Life Invercargill in Full Bloom at Hospice Southland!

On Friday, we were delighted to welcome team Total Life Invercargill for their annual Volunteer Day — and what a difference they made!

The team spent the day working across our garden spaces, bringing fresh energy, care, and teamwork to the heart of our Hospice grounds. They also generously donated a new line trimmer to support the ongoing upkeep of our gardens — a thoughtful and practical contribution that will make a lasting impact.

We’re so grateful for the time, effort, and compassion shared by the Total Life team. Their kindness and connection truly reflect the values we hold close here at Hospice Southland — community, commitment, compassion, and connection.

Thank you, Total Life Invercargill, for living your values beyond the workplace and helping keep our spaces blooming for patients, whānau, and visitors alike.