In New Zealand

This advisory seeks to clarify the function of the New Zealand Red Cross Family Links website and the information visible following the Whakaari/White Island eruption.

Sandra Reason is a volunteer in Whangarei’s popular Red Cross Shop, where she’s become famous locally for her colourful tote bags made from unsaleable donations to the store.

Soni and Winnie Rogan have been delivering Meals on Wheels in Auckland for nearly 15 years. The couple met in Whanganui more than 50 years ago and, after careers in construction and healthcare, decided to make use of their spare time by volunteering.

Seven New Zealand Red Cross health delegates are in Samoa supporting measles treatment and prevention activities, as the number of people suspected to have contracted this disease in the Pacific continues to climb.

During Good and Ready week from 14 to 20 October, Meals on Wheels was adapted to help Hamiltonians prepare for future disasters: ‘Tips on Wheels’ were delivered to Hamilton’s elderly community along with their meals.

Becoming a machinist for Elco Apparel in Dunedin has been a life-changing experience for Manahel, who fled Syria with her three children five years ago. It’s been as much about joining a new family as picking up new sewing skills.

Northland based volunteer Linda Hoani has always been eager to help where she sees a need. After 35 years as a nurse, including two decades at Whangarei Hospital working in the Special Care Baby Unit (SCBU), Linda now gives back to her community through Red Cross.

We want to capture the views of 1,000 young people on a diverse range of topics – from what issues matter to them to their views on how New Zealand Red Cross engages with young people. The results will be used to inform our Youth Engagement Strategy, which is a key outcome of Strategy 2030.

A group of eager new Kiwis in Christchurch have had a thrilling introduction to Aotearoa’s national sport, made possible by AMI Insurance and new charity Samēkaha.

On 31 October 1944, 733 Polish children and their caregivers arrived in Wellington aboard the USS General Randall. It was the start of a new life.

New Zealand Red Cross welcomes the recent Government's announcement regarding Red Cross' role supporting former refugees in new settlement locations.