New Zealand Blood Service - Bay of Plenty

25/09/2025

Do you have the universal blood type flowing through your body?
Due to higher demand for O- blood from hospitals lately, we'd love to see more O negative donors book in to donate blood.
If you're feeling well, are eligible and have a bit of spare time - book an appointment:
https://www.nzblood.co.nz/become-a-donor/where-to-donate/tauranga-donor-centre

🩸Not an O- donor? We welcome donors of all blood types to book in to save lives.
Next week in Tauranga, we still need 45 more blood appointments and 87 plasma appointments filled to help meet demand!
🩸Don't know your blood type? Donating blood or plasma is a great way to find out and make a difference at the same time!
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18/09/2025

Today is International Donor Recruitment Professionals Day! 🎉

The Bay of Plenty Donor Relations team (Hannah and Todd) work to recruit, educate and retain donors to ensure a steady supply of vital donations that save lives.
They establish and maintain relationships out in the community and on the donor floor, organise regular mobile blood drives all over the BOP, coordinate Team Red group donations and much more.

If you want to get your co-workers or friends together to donate, or you’re interested in learning more about donating blood and plasma – get in touch with the team. 🩸

15/09/2025

Today is Apheresis Awareness Day!
What’s that?! 🤔
Apheresis is a process where blood is passed through a machine that separates out one specific component and returns the rest to the body.
At the donor centre, you’ll see this in action during a plasma donation. The Aurora machine collects plasma while returning your red cells and platelets back to you.
In hospitals, a similar procedure called plasma exchange is used for patients. Their unhealthy plasma is removed and replaced with either fresh frozen plasma or plasma-derived products—thanks to generous donors like you!

11/09/2025

Our mobile team is heading to the Eastern Bay of Plenty next week!
There are still appointments available in Kawerau and Whakatāne to donate blood and become a lifesaver.
🩸If you're healthy and eligible, book now via the NZ Blood app, at nzblood.co.nz, or by calling 0800 448 325.
📣 Share with your friends and whānau — one donation can save up to three lives!

07/09/2025

Did that get your attention?
Paid parking was recently extended to the Tauranga city fringe - but don't let it put you off saving lives.
We still have free parking for those donating. Entry to our carpark is via the laneway off Hamilton St at the rear of the building.

This week, plasma appointments are very low. We still need 87 more plasma donations at the Tauranga donor centre to meet demand for this liquid gold - can you help?
Book your appointment now on the NZ Blood app, at nzblood.co.nz or calling 0800 448 325.

26/08/2025

We’re seeing an increase in donors cancelling or rescheduling their appointments due to sickness which has an impact on the number of donations we can collect for those who need it most.
There are plenty of appointments available next week - If you have some spare time, you’re in good health and are eligible, we would love to see you.
Book now.
https://www.nzblood.co.nz/become-a-donor/where-to-donate/tauranga-donor-centre

24/08/2025

Did you know that 26% of blood donations go to help cancer patients?

With Daffodil Day coming up, it is a timely reminder that your donation could help someone undergoing cancer treatment!
The Tauranga donor centre still needs 40 more plasma donors and 20 whole blood donors this week to help meet demand.
Book your appointment via the NZ Blood app, at nzblood.co.nz or by phoning 0800 448 325. 🩸

15/08/2025

What are the go-to donation essentials for a Bay of Plenty donor??

What are your go-to items when you’re packing your donation bag? 👜 Are your headphones a must-have, or do you bring that book you’ve been meaning to finish? Let us know in the comments below!

04/08/2025

Papamoa, Mount Maunganui and Ōmokoroa - your opportunity to save lives by donating blood is coming next week! 🩸

With winter illnesses impacting donor availability, we’re encouraging those who are feeling well to book an appointment and support patients in need.

📲 Book your appointment now via the NZ Blood app, at nzblood.co.nz, or by calling 0800 448 325

29/07/2025

Did you know today is International Day of Friendship?
Celebrate by reaching out to your besties—tag them in the comments and plan a time to donate blood or plasma together! ❤️🩸

You can book online at nzblood.co.nz, via the NZ Blood app, or by calling 0800 448 325.

27/07/2025

Thanks to the Papamoa College senior students who gave blood last week - many of whom did so for the first time!
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25/07/2025

Such a great feeling when you get this notification on a Friday afternoon! 😁