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New Waiting Room for Kids at Wellington’s Emergency Department

Children at Wellington’s emergency department now have their own waiting space away from the hustle and bustle. Opened today, the dedicated area separates children from the main waiting room. It includes new seating, a TV and play area. “The main waiting area can become extremely busy and crowded, and was shared by adults and children,” said… Read more »

Thank you Micro Scooters NZ!

Wellington Hospitals Foundation and Wellington Regional Children’s Hospital would like to thank Micro Scooters NZ for their kind donation of refurbished Micro Scooters. These scooters are 3 wheeled “lean to steer” designs and are being used by our Child Development Service which works with young children who may have identified disabilities, development delays or Autism… Read more »

Fundraising for Wellington Children’s Hospital

Regular Giving for Wellington Children's Hospital

We are currently fundraising for Wellington Regional Children’s Hospital. If you receive a knock at your door our representatives will be wearing our officially branded clothing and will have photographic ID. If you have any questions please call our donor relations team on 04 806 0572. Thanks for your support!

600g premature baby beat the odds thanks to you

Wellington Prem Baby

Early last year, the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Wellington Children’s Hospital received an urgent call for help. A Wairarapa woman, just 24 weeks into her pregnancy, was bleeding heavily and required an emergency caesarean. Since Wairarapa Hospital is not able to adequately tend to such a premature delivery, it was down to the Wellington… Read more »

Trish Lee Honoured by Top Rotary Award

Trish Lee, Manger of Wellington Hospitals Foundation Volunteer Service, was recently honoured by the Rotary Club of Port Nicholson with a Paul Harris Fellowship (Rotary’s highest award).

Big Hearts from The Big House

On Thursday March 3rd, Rimutaka  Prison staff presented a cheque for $3,800 to Wellington Hospitals Foundation,

102 Ways to Support 102 Years

Looking for fun, exciting ways to support Wellington Children’s Hospital?  Here are some great ideas. Auction of promises – persuade your friends and colleagues to donate their skills, expertise and services for auction. Lessons in sport, music, dancing or languages; home-baked cakes and meals; ironing and other household chores. Try persuading local restaurants, theatres and… Read more »

Thank You to The Warehouse

The Warehouse stores in the Wellington region are long-time supporters of Wellington Children’s Hospital.