Deena Coster

Hospice services in regional New Zealand are under increasing pressure to make ends meet against a backdrop of government funding shortfalls, increasing palliative patient numbers and complex cases.

Comment Higher fuel prices due to the conflict in Iran are impacting the services offered by some Taranaki charities.

Comment The boss of a Taranaki charity says its decision to offer Afterpay at its op shops was not made lightly, but resulted from customer demand for the service.

New Zealand's ageing population could put even more pressure on an already stretched social work sector. It could also expose the true extent of the country's elder abuse problem.

Deena Coster For Rachel Antony, life isn't lonely at the top.

About 8700 jobs are set to be lost from the public service over the next three years, and the impact will likely be felt beyond Wellington.

The success a Waitara-based rowing club has had on the water this year has now translated to dry land with a national honour.

A chance to learn a hobby which can also help people in their hour of need is on offer in Wairarapa next month.

Lance Searancke has no time for egos or “meatheads” at his New Plymouth kickboxing gym. For him, the sport is all about helping young people find their feet and build their confidence.

Helping children manage big emotions has been keeping a charity worker busy this year.