News and events
Read about our latest Mary Potter Hospice happenings and upcoming events in Wellington, Porirua and Kāpiti here.
If you’re planning on holding an event for us, please let us know so we can help promote your event too. Visit our Hospice Hero page for more information and for all media enquiries, please contact Senior Fundraiser – Phillip Harris, email phillip.harris@marypotter.org.nz.
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Visiting Mary Potter Hospice: help us look after each other
August 28th, 2026With influenza and other respiratory illnesses currently circulating in our community, the care you take when visiting Mary Potter Hospice can make a real difference.
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An update on what you’re helping make possible in Kāpiti
August 27th, 2026With the support of the Kāpiti community, Mary Potter Hospice’s local base is being renewed to create a warmer, more welcoming space for care now and into the future.
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Planning for the future of hospice care
August 27th, 2026A new purpose-built hospice in Kenepuru will help ensure compassionate care for generations to come.
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Your next stop at Z could be a little act of local kindness
August 27th, 2026Cast your Good in the Hood vote for Mary Potter Hospice at Z Vivian St, Z Miramar and Z Broadway stations between 18 August and 14 September.
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Together at Matariki: A new hospice tradition begins
July 21st, 2026Nearly 100 people gathered for Mary Potter Hospice’s first Matariki Hautapu, celebrating remembrance, connection and hope.
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How you put a smile on Kevin’s face
July 21st, 2026Kevin never expected hospice to change his life. Read how your support helped lift the weight from his shoulders.
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Mary Potter Hospice Winter/Hōtoke Newsletter 2026
July 13th, 2026Read our Winter/Hōtoke newsletter here.
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Starlight Circle Winter/Hōtoke 2026 Newsletter
July 13th, 2026Read our Starlight Circle Winter/Hōtoke newsletter here.
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Investing in hospice care for Kāpiti
July 11th, 2026Work is now underway on the upgrade of the Mary Potter Hospice Kāpiti Community Base.
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A wee dog, a final goodbye, and a life-saving instinct
June 26th, 2026A wee dog’s experience at Mary Potter Hospice has taught him to be a life-saving companion.
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Celebrating National Volunteer Week (Te Wiki Tūao ā-Motu) 2026
June 26th, 2026Volunteers come from all walks of life, but they share one thing in common: a desire to make a difference.
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Local artists make Te Whare Tapa Whā visible at Mary Potter Hospice
May 28th, 2026Mary Potter Hospice has unveiled a series of toi screens created by local artists.