Red Cross stories
Red Cross stories
Read our stories filled with humanity, resilience and the spirit of volunteering. They show how your support is helping vulnerable people in New Zealand and around the world.
16 January 2024
Years of disaster response service recognised
Amelia and Hamish MacArthur both received an Honorary Life Membership, awarded to people who’ve given remarkable service and dedication to Red Cross.
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21 December 2023
Into the breach again and again – 15 years of service recognised
Kath Cosgrove received an Honorary Life Membership, awarded to people who’ve given remarkable service and dedication to Red Cross. From earthquakes, to fires, and floods, Kath’s seen many disasters during 15 years as a disaster welfare and support volunteer.
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12 July 2023
World Refugee Day events across the country
Around the country, our staff, volunteers, members and whānau marked World Refugee Day and the contributions former refugees make to their communities. This is a snippet of some of these events.
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