From 11 to 17 May 2026, Aotearoa marks Hospice Awareness Week, a national campaign led by Hospice New Zealand to raise awareness of the vital care hospices provide to people with life-limiting illness and their whānau.
Hospice care is about dignity, comfort and support at the end of life. It wraps around patients and families, providing not only clinical care, but also emotional, cultural and practical support during one of life’s most challenging times.
It is care that reaches beyond the patient, supporting whānau, offering guidance, and helping people make the most of the time they have together.
During Hospice Awareness Week, Dove Hospice & Wellness are inviting our community to be part of that care.
When you visit our Dove Shops between 11 and 17 May, you will have the option to add an extra $1 donation at the checkout. It is a small gesture, but together these contributions help support the clinical services we provide every day.
Every donation helps ensure that people in our community receive compassionate, specialist hospice care when they need it most.
Hospice Awareness Week is also a time to reflect on why this care matters. It is about ensuring that no one faces the end of life alone, and that every person is supported with dignity and respect.
If you are able to, we encourage you to say yes to that $1 donation.
Thank you for supporting hospice care in our community.
If you would like to support hospice care today, you can also make a donation here: Donate to Dove – Dove Hospice & Wellness
Dove Hospice & Wellness is set to bring incredible bargains, community spirit and a fun-filled day to Mt Wellington with the launch of its very first March Madness Market on Saturday 21 March 2026.
Hosted by Dove Hospice & Wellness, the March Madness Market promises to be an exciting day for the whole family. The vibrant second-hand market will run through the shop’s carpark and extend inside the shop.
Visitors can browse a fantastic range of stalls offering everything from pre-loved clothing, jewellery, homewares and furniture to books, stationery, toys, baking and plants. Whether you’re hunting for a unique treasure, refreshing your wardrobe, or picking up a thoughtful gift, there will be something for everyone.
The event is designed with families in mind. Children can enjoy face painting and lucky dip toys, while parents take advantage of the popular fill-a-bag children’s clothing deals. Shoppers can also snap up plenty of books and toys at discounted prices, along with racks of quality clothing at incredible prices.
A selection of delicious food trucks will be on-site, serving up a variety of tasty treats throughout the day.
As a special highlight, attendees will have the chance to enter a raffle to win a two-night stay in a studio apartment at Quest Parnell.
Important Information for the Day
Location:
Dove Hospice Shop
28 Lunn Ave, Mt Wellington
Date & Time:
Saturday 21 March
9am – 3pm
Parking:
Outside on the Toshiba side of Dove Hospice
Toshiba carparks next door
Tiny Tuis across the road
Marua Road
Harding Ave
With bargains, entertainment, great food and fantastic prizes all in one place, the March Madness Market is shaping up to be a must-attend community event. Dove Hospice & Wellness warmly invites everyone to come along, enjoy the day, and support a great cause.
Golfers of all levels are invited to enjoy a fantastic day on the greens at the 2026 New World Fundraising Golf Tournament, proudly held in association with Rotary St John Ellerslie to support Dove Hospice & Wellness.
The tournament will take place on Friday 13 March at the beautiful Whitford Park Golf Club, providing the perfect backdrop for a day of friendly competition, fun, and fundraising. Participants can enjoy a round of golf with friends, colleagues, or clients while helping raise vital funds for Dove Hospice & Wellness, which delivers compassionate care and wellness services to the local community.
This fun-filled event isn’t just about golf – it’s a chance to connect with fellow supporters, enjoy a stunning course, and contribute to a meaningful cause. Whether you’re a seasoned player or a casual golfer, everyone is welcome to be part of this special day.
Tournament Schedule:
BBQ lunch: 11.30am
Player briefing: 12.00pm
Shotgun start: 12.30pm
After match drinks, awards and prizegiving: 5.30pm
Pricing:
Team of Four Players: $800
Attire: Relaxed golf attire, soft spikes only
Competition Format: Ambrose: Teams of four players
For further information, please contact David Hartstone on 021 727 393.
As part of our commitment to supporting our community, we’re pleased to offer complimentary will-writing services during the month of September in partnership with Duncan Cotterill (Auckland Office). This opportunity is designed for those who wish to include a legacy gift to Dove Hospice & Wellness in their estate planning. By participating, you’ll receive expert legal assistance with a will at no cost while also contributing to the future of compassionate care for those with life-threatening illnesses (terms and conditions apply).
Terms and conditions:
• This offer applies to amendments to existing wills and new wills.
• To qualify for the complimentary service, your will must include a bequest of at least $1,000 to Dove Hospice & Wellness.
• If your estate planning is complex (e.g. family trusts and entities) and/or extra advice on estate claims is required (e.g. relationship property, family claims), then standard rates will apply. If so, you will be notified of this after the first consultation and, in recognition of “Wills Month” and to support Dove Hospice & Wellness, a discount of 25% against those legal fees will apply.
• Where you elect not to include a legacy gift to Dove Hospice & Wellness in your will, standard rates will apply.
• Wills must be completed no later than 30 November 2025 to qualify.
• The offer is open to the first 100 will-makers.
• The offer is extended by the Auckland office of Duncan Cotterill only and does not apply to other Duncan Cotterill offices around New Zealand.
For more information or to book an appointment, please contact:
Lisa Small
Email: lisa.small@duncancotterill.com
Mobile: +64 27 206 1709