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Volunteer Voices - Home tutoring, a chance to connect. Martin Genet, English Language Partners.

Story and photo by Angela Reid A few minutes into a chat with Martin Genet about his volunteer work, he’s pulling out his cellphone — he wants to tell...

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Wakatipu High School students making a difference in their community through volunteering.

Students of Wakatipu High School have been out making a difference in their community again, as 26 students from the school chose to volunteer on thei...

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Volunteer Voices - "Do it. If you are in a position to give back, get involved in some capacity" MJ

Imagine quitting your successful job in the US to travel the world with your Aussie husband, stopping in Wanaka for a season, falling in love and relo...

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Volunteer Voices - "It's a privilege and something I love doing." Sharyn Gingell-Kent.

Written by Juliette Hicks, Volunteer South. Boating, sailing, paddling and swimming are synonymous with a Wānaka Summer. Juliette Hicks speaks with Sh...

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Sad news from Volunteer South - Invercargill

We are terribly saddened to share with you the sad news that Isabel Murray, Manager of the Citizens Advice Bureau in Invercargill passed away earlier...

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Introducing Steve Baker - Community Connector Dunedin & Coastal Otago

We are thrilled to introduce our new Community Connector in Dunedin & Coastal Otago - Steve Baker. Steve was born in the North motu of Aotearoa Ne...

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Volunteer Voices - Graham Quinn. "It's like having a relative in town."

“Like having a relative in town” Losing the independence that comes from having your own set of wheels and the ability to drive is tough. When you l...

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Volunteer Voices: "I love that KiwiHarvest ticks two boxes I'm passionate about." Beth Lyons.

A delicious three course meal made entirely from rescued food set Beth Lyons on her volunteer journey. “I attended a dinner where KiwiHarvest and Sus...

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Come and join the Volunteer South team.

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Volunteer South team. Are you passionate about volunteering? Do you love working with people? We are lo...

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Volunteer Voices - "It’s an amazing opportunity to help other people realise how amazing they are."

Story and photo credit and thanks to Angela Reid. Opportunities. It’s a word used often by Mhairi Rowbottom when talking about her experience with th...

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