The death of a baby is one of the most heartbreaking experiences a family can go through. Hospital chaplains are there to walk alongside parents and whānau during these deeply difficult moments, to offer a compassionate presence when words alone aren't enough. Baby Loss Awareness Week Every year from 9-15th October, people from across Aotearoa and the world come together to recognise Baby Loss Awareness Week (BLAW). It is a time to remember the babies who died during pregnanc

Our Waitākere Hospital chaplains, Sione Tu’ungafasi and Louise Menzies, recently joined healthcare leaders, community representatives, and special guests in celebrating the official opening of Manaaki Hōhonu, a significant new facility at Waitākere Hospital. | One such representative was Minister Carmel Sepuloni, who thanked Sione for the care he gave to her father during his recent time in hospital. The open

7-11 September 2026 Our hospital chaplains are here for you For 2026, Hospital Chaplaincy Awareness Week is all about making the spiritual and pastoral care provided by hospital chaplains more visible to the people who need it. Hospital Chaplaincy Aotearoa has existed for over 50 years across New Zealand to ensure patients, whānau, and staff receive the spiritual care and emotional support they need when it matters the most. Today, we operate with over 90 chaplains and mor

29 January 2026 In the lead-up to Christmas, the sound of carols echoed through hospital corridors across Aotearoa, bringing moments of joy, comfort, and connection to patients, whānau, and staff. Organised by hospital chaplaincy teams and volunteers, these visits offered a reminder of the hope and compassion at the heart of the Christmas season. Christmas on the Wards At Whangarei Hospital, a dedicated group of volunteers led carol singing across multiple wards throughout De

30 May 2025 22 Years of Service After more than two decades of dedicated ministry, Wyatt Butcher retired from his role as Mental Health Chaplain at Hillmorton Hospital on Friday, 30 May. Throughout his years of service, Wyatt has become a beloved presence within the hospital, offering spiritual care, deep compassion, and steadfast support to patients, whānau, and staff. ​ His final weeks have been filled with heartfelt farewells, including BBQs (often featuring his own veniso