Fundraising
Bungy jumper to attempt 200 jumps in 24 hours
Bungy jumping enthusiast is aiming to raise awareness for the Mental Health Foundation by breaking a world record. He wants to make 200 jumps from the Auckland harbour bridge in 24 hours. Audio
Fiona Hatton - Sweet Louise Foundation 10 yr anniversary
The Sweet Louise Foundation was set up by Scott Perkins to help those who have incurable breast cancer after his wife, Louise, died from advanced breast cancer. The organisation is designed to help… Audio
Food with Sue Harrison and Richard Turnbull
Sue Harrison and five volunteers have given their time to put together a cook book to raise funds for the Himalayan Trust. The recipes are from well known mountaineering families and have been adapted… Audio
Walking in Their Shoes
As the refugee crisis deepens in Europe, Christchurch children have gained an insight into the plight of the many Syrian families affected. Audio
Man plans tractor trek after wife's death
Ten vintage tractors will travel the length of New Zealand next month to raise awareness and money for Hospice New Zealand.
When did school fundraising get so fancy?
From balls to internship auctions, has school fundraising gone too far - and why are our schools pushing so hard for money?
Where do our charity donations go?
Most fundraisers who approach people on the street or go door to door, are working for professional fundraising agencies. The biggest of those is Appco New Zealand, which says last year it raised $900… Audio
The Orient Xpress
Going since 2006, The Orient Xpress is a nine member Wellington-based band who pride themselves on evoking the sounds of pre-WWII jazz music from Shanghai. They also use traditional instruments like… Audio
Our Own Odysseys - Hike For Hearts
Inspired by pioneer length of New Zealand walker A. H. Reed, 50-year-young grannie Linda Donaldson is living life without regrets, like by walking Te Araroa Trail and raising funds toward… Audio
