Wellington Children's Hospital News
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31 May 2010
HOSPI is being taken to great new heights by Simon Woolf of Photography by Woolf.
Read More Mother's Day in the NICU9 May 2010
Mothers in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Wellington Hospital were delighted to receive individual hand made quilts as personal gifts this Mother's Day.
Read More Sick Kids Reach for the Sky1 May 2010
Eight children from Wellington Children's Hospital reached for the sky today with the help of Lee Bennett, owner of Snap Roll Cafe, and the Royal New Zealand Air Force.
Read More Charity dinner and auction with Prime Minister John Key20 April 2010
Following Prime Minister John Key's visit to Wellington Children's Hospital this January with Prince William, the Foundation is pleased to announce a special dinner with The Prime Minister supporting our kids.
Read More BNZ Donates to Wellington's Children's Hospital12 April 2010
BNZ Kilbirnie branch continued its support of Wellington Children's Hospital this month by collecting donations for the Hospital in branch, at the Kilbirnie festival and by holding a staff mufti day.
Read More Woolworths Fresh Treats for Kids6 April 2010
Hot Cross Buns and chocolate treats were just what the Doctor ordered for families and staff at Wellington Children's Hospital today. Staff from Woolworths Tawa and Woolworths Johnsonville, members of the Fresh Future Appeal fundraiser for kids, continued their support of our patients, bringing in the special Easter treats for all.
Read More NZSO Special Performance31 March 2010
A trio from the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra gave a private concert at Wellington Children's Hospital today for patients, families and staff.
Read More Trinity Group Rallies Behind Children's Hospital26 March 2010
Long-term hospitality operators, Trinity Group, are leading the charge of a list of Wellington businesses rallying behind a Wellington Children's Hospital fundraiser.
Read More Training Dolly 'Sam' Arrives at Children's Hospital23 March 2010
Today, 4 year old patient Freddie met Wellington Children's Hospital's new training mannequin 'Sam', donated by Wellington Hospitals & Health Foundation.
Read More HOSPI Charity Bike Ride a Winner15 March 2010
The second annual Hospital to Hospital Charity Bike Ride from Kenepuru Hospital to Wellington Hospital via Johnsonville, Makara and Island Bay (52kms) was another success.
Read More Ted E Bear and Strassman Thrill Kids19 February 2010
World famous ventriloquist David Strassman and one of his stars, Ted E Bear, thrilled children and staff at Wellington Children's Hospital today during a special visit to the Hospital ahead of a sell out show in Wellington.
Read More BNZ and Hurricanes Give Super 14 Tickets to Kids19 February 2010
BNZ and the Hurricanes have joined forces to give our sick kids an incredible suprise - tickets to a Hurricanes home game this weekend.
Read More Argentine 7s Team Visits Hospital2 February 2010
The Argentine Sevens team made a stop in their busy pre-tournament training to include a visit to Wellington Children's Hospital.
Read More Prince William Visits Wellington Children's Hospital19 January 2010
Prince William visited the Sick Kids at Wellington Children's Hospital today (19 January 2010) during his first official visit in New Zealand representing the Queen.
Read More Carols by Candlelight a Big Success17 December 2009
Wellington's annual Carols by Candlelight was another fantastic evening out for families of all ages last night.
Read More Prince William to Visit Wellington Children's Hospital14 December 2009
The Foundation is delighted to confirm that The Prime Minister has announced the visit of Prince William to Wellington Children's Hospital.
Read More Wellington Christmas Parade15 November 2009
Wellington's Christmas Parade had some very special guests yesterday - with sick kids and HOSPI the lion in attendance.
Read More Fresh Future Kicks Off Children's Hospital Appeal5 November 2009
The Wellington Children's Hospital Redevelopment Appeal kicked into gear today with a large donation of $85,000 from the 2009 Fresh Future Appeal for Sick Kids.
Read More Kirkcaldie & Stains Official Christmas Charity1 November 2009
Wellington Hospitals and Health Foundation and Wellington Children's Hospital have been named the official Christmas Charity for the Kirkcaldie and Stains and the Rotary Club of Wellington joint fundraising partnership.
Read More Peter Pan Flies In27 October 2009
Some of the Peter Pan cast from the Royal New Zealand Ballet sprinkled fairy dust and laughs through Wellington Children's Wards this morning.
Read More Fresh Future Netball Fury23 September 2009
Tawa Recreation Centre played host to a furiously fast paced Netball competition on Tuesday night as part of the Fresh Future Appeal. Teams from four Progressive Supermarkets in Wellington took to the court to find the top dog team while supporting sick kids through the Fresh Future Appeal.
Read More Spiritual Window for Neonatal Unit20 August 2009
When a loved one passes away it is very hard for the family, particularly when it is a newborn who passes away so early in life.
Read More Stretch n Grow Suits for our Growing Babes19 August 2009
Recent donations have enabled us to purchase 120 'Stretch 'n' Grow' suits for our most vulnerable patients.
Read More Big Boys and Their Toys17 August 2009
A team from Fletchers Construction who are currently working at the Hospital, took some time out of their day to donate toys for our Sick Kids.
Read More Fresh Future Begins7 August 2009
The 2009 Fresh Future Appeal began today with Wellington's launch at Wellington Hospital.
Read More Gifts for Sophie14 July 2009
In Wellington Children's Hospital there is a very brave young girl named Sophie who has spent more than 18 weeks this year in Hospital. This means that she has only been out of hospital for 5 weeks in the whole year!
Read More Special Evening at NZ Affordable Art Show1 July 2009
The New Zealand Affordable Art Show is a highlight on the art's calendar and we are very pleased to announce a special evening for Wellington Children's Hospital at this year's show on Friday 31st July.
Read More Vodafone Wellington Lions Continue Support of Sick Kids29 June 2009
We are VERY pleased to announce that the Vodafone Wellington Lions are continuing their support of Wellington Children's Hospital this year.
Read More Hospi Care Programme Announced for Child Cancer Unit29 June 2009
The Foundation recently announced a special patient and family support programme for Cancer Kids at Wellington Children’s Hospital.
Read More Easter Comes Early at Children's Hospital6 April 2009
Easter came early this year at Wellington Children's Hospital when members of the Young Vinnies group from St Mary's College, Wellington, visited the Hospital last week with Easter Eggs for the young patients and their families.
Read More Hospi Bike Ride a Success for Sick Kids16 March 2009
On Sunday 15th March, nearly 300 people from throughout the Wellington Region took to their bikes in support of Wellington Children’s Hospital - with some cyclists travelling from as far as Napier and New Plymouth especially for the event.
Read More Public Open Day at Wellington's New Regional Hospital9 March 2009
9,000 people siezed the opportunity to tour part of their new Wellington Regional Hospital on Sunday 8th March 2009.
Read More Carols A Success for our Sick Kids8 December 2008
The sun was shining, the crowd was dancing and our 50-strong volunteers were out in force at Carols by Candlelight 2008 this Saturday - raising funds for Wellington Children's Hospital.
Read More Photo Gallery - Lions @ Wgtn Childrens Hospital16 September 2008
As part of our Official Charity status with the Vodafone Wellington Lions, two or three players visit the Children's Hospital every week. Here are some of the photos:
Read More Stolen Toys Replaced20 August 2008
In July, two mean spirited people broke into the Play Specialist's room in Ward 18 at Wellington Children's Hospital and stole laptops, Playstations, Xboxs and other toys!
Read More Fresh Future 2008 Has Begun!8 August 2008
Fresh Future 2008 has begun. The campaign lead by Progressive Enterprises - Foodtown, Countdown, Woolworths, FreshChoice and SuperValue - last year raised $1million for New Zealand's Children's Hospitals, from which we received $210,000.
Read More Vodafone Wellington Lions Official Charity 200816 July 2008
It was announced on Wednesday 16th July that the VODAFONE WELLINGTON LIONS have chosen WELLINGTON CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL and the WELLINGTON HOSPITALS AND HEALTH FOUNDATION as their OFFICIAL CHARITY FOR 2008.
Read More Phil n Teds Breach the Gap19 June 2008
Phil and Teds, New Zealand's leading baby buggy manufacturer, today presented their third buggy to the Wellington Children's Hospital.
Read More Hurricanes Blow into Wellington Children's Hospital22 May 2008
Ahead of their big semi-final match against the Crusaders, 5 Hurricane players blew in to visit with children at Wellington Children's Hospital.
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