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He was a Ford man; she was a Holden girl — well, that’s how it started.

By Abby on July 13, 2026
A bumpy beginning for a relationship, you’d think. But Candy and Lance Chapman’s love story spanned 14 years, many freshly painted and repaired cars, kilometres of bush walks, and countless fishing adventures. Together they created a blended family of six amazing children — a life built on love, laughter, humour, and hard work. Then they […]

Zimmerman Gallery Hosts Hospice Fundraising Art Exhibition

By William on June 30, 2026
This July, art lovers have a unique opportunity to take home “a piece of local history,” says Bronwyn Zimmerman, Director of the Zimmerman Art Gallery. More than 40 artworks have been generously donated to support Arohanui Hospice, showcasing the work of four well-known local artists: Dr Brian Booth, Basil Register, Jack Register, and Frank Davis. […]

Volunteer Awareness Week - Meet Marie-Louise and Michael Ongley

By William on June 15, 2026
For Marie-Louise and Michael, volunteering at Arohanui Hospice is about more than just giving their time - it’s about connection, having fun, and making people feel welcome. Marie-Louise first got involved 12 years ago after retiring from her busy property management business and navigating her own journey as a cancer survivor. When thinking about where […]

Calm and dignity flourished with Hospice

By Abby on April 20, 2026
Nausea, tiredness, losing weight. These were the first indicators that something might be wrong for Sharon O’Sullivan. She and husband John had been in the South Island in July 2025, and, when back home, Sharon checked in with her GP. Subsequent tests in late August showed she had cancer of the colon, with advanced secondaries. […]

Miles of Memories – A Future of Care

By Abby on March 4, 2026
Beetling along in a 1926 True Blue Oakland open tourer started a love affair with vintage cars for Esmee and Ian Rowden of Palmerston North. It began in 1999, when Esmee had just retired as manager of the New Zealand Women’s Hockey team (now the Blacksticks) and civil engineer Ian had finished his term as […]

Wrapped in Love: How Hospice Supported Trev and Mai

By Abby on December 17, 2025
It’s hard to ask for help. Mai Williams of Himatangi Beach knows that better than most. She has always been strong and independent, but when she reached out to Arohanui Hospice for support, support for both her and her beloved Trev, the response was fast, caring, and exactly what they needed. It all started with […]
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