Red Cross stories

Read our stories filled with humanity, resilience and the spirit of volunteering. They show how your support is helping vulnerable people in New Zealand and around the world.

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17 February 2025

Resilient and ready, thanks to you

On the second anniversary of Cyclone Gabrielle, we’re proud to share how the generosity of New Zealanders has made a lasting impact in Hastings District. The support provided through the New Zealand Disaster Fund has not only helped communities recover but has helped them prepare for the next disaster.

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Regan Smith with mobile relief trailer at Hastings District Council

14 January 2025

Vanuatu communities face long recovery after earthquake

When a 7.3 magnitude earthquake struck Vanuatu on 17 December it left an estimated 80,000 people grappling with its devastating impact.

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John Moriarty, New Zealand Red Cross’ IT&T team lead at work in Vanuatu - A7R01956

19 December 2024

Development scholarship awarded to Dunedin archaeologist

Jasmine Weston is a Dunedinite, archaeologist, and disaster welfare and support volunteer. She recently received the Jennifer Clark Memorial Scholarship, awarded to people aged 30 and under so that they can attend a course as part of their leadership development. The scholarship is to the value of $2,000.

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19 December 2024

Three decades of service recognised

From earthquakes, floods, fires, and snowstorms Lavina Anderson has seen a lot in her 30 years as a disaster welfare and support volunteer. To mark her incredible service, she recently received Honorary Life Membership, awarded to people who’ve given exceptional service and dedication to Red Cross.

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Lavina Anderson

19 December 2024

“It was just like a war zone” – memories of Aceh

On Boxing Day 2004, a massive earthquake struck an area off the west coast of northern Sumatra, Indonesia. The 20-metre-high waves reached Aceh in northern Sumatra in minutes, where they smashed into the coast and destroyed everything three kilometres inland.

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