Red Cross stories
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.
27 March 2026
Greymouth businesses help keep Meals on Wheels moving
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24 March 2026
Civilians in Iran paying a heavy price as hostilities escalate
As hostilities intensify across the Middle East, communities in Iran are facing growing humanitarian impacts, with daily life disrupted and essential infrastructure affected.
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16 March 2026
"Opportunity where you least expect it"
Joining us to help former refugees has led one young volunteer on a leadership journey - including an exciting international travel opportunity.
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13 March 2026
Support extended to Far North communities through New Zealand Red Cross and Far North District Council partnership
Communities in the Bay of Islands-Whangaroa Ward of the Far North affected by the severe weather event in January are able to receive additional recovery support through a partnership between New Zealand Red Cross and the Far North District Council.
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11 March 2026
Hawke’s Bay recovery highlights importance of Red Cross Annual Appeal
A recent story in the New Zealand Herald has highlighted the impact of New Zealand Red Cross support in Hawke’s Bay following Cyclone Gabrielle, alongside our 2026 Annual Appeal.
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