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Scoop
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scoop
Community Sparkles At NBS Dancing For A Cause 2025 – A Record-Breaking Weekend For Nelson Tasman Hospice
Press Release – Nelson Tasman Hospice With the final numbers not yet in, NBS Dancing for a Cause 2025 has already raised $587,000 a record-breaking total that will make a lasting impact on the work of Nelson Tasman Hospice. The glitter has settled, and the scores are in: NBS Dancing for a Cause 2025 lit up the Trafalgar Centre this past weekend with two shows that dazzled more than 4,000 audience members, raised hundreds of thousands of dollars, and brought the Nelson Tasman community together in extraordinary support of Nelson Tasman Hospice. With the final numbers not yet in, NBS Dancing for a Cause 2025 has already raised $587,000 a record-breaking total that will make a lasting impact on the work of Nelson Tasman Hospice. This incredible amount will directly support the care of approximately 210 patients and their whānau every month, ensuring that specialist palliative care remains accessible, compassionate, and free for all who need it. A final total raised will be announced in the coming weeks, when all the totals have been tallied. Held over two spectacular nights on May 16 and 17 at the Trafalgar Centre, this year's event once again showcased the power of community. Ten local personalities, each paired with a trained dance partner, took to the stage and shared not just their dance moves, but their personal connections to hospice and what this cause means to them. 'The energy across both nights was absolutely contagious,' says organiser and dance instructor Emma Silke-French. 'What stood out was the heart behind every performance, every fundraiser, and every moment shared on that stage.' Event Highlights Overall Winner The coveted Judges' Award went to Rhys Black and their partner Rebecca Higham, whose breathtaking jive performance captivated the panel of professional judges and earned top marks. Yondi Foundation People's Choice Award Voted by the audience, this year's Yondi Foundation People's Choice Award was won on both nights by Ed Shuttleworth, CE of Sport Tasman, and his partner Brooke Silke-Atkins, for a captivating tango that brought the house down. Most Funds Raised A special mention goes to Jayde Howe, BNZ Financial Adviser, who not only delivered an elegant rumba but also raised an astounding $250,000 through events including a G.J. Gardner home build, a quiz night, and a Gala Dinner. Her fundraising efforts were a shining example of generosity and commitment. Through raffles, community events, storytelling, and tireless practice, each of this year's contestants brought their community along for the journey – all in support of hospice care in the Nelson Tasman region. Tony Gray, Chief Executive of Nelson Tasman Hospice, says: 'This event is not only a highlight of our community calendar — it's a lifeline for our services. We are overwhelmed by the generosity, time, and talent poured into making this weekend such a success. On behalf of all our colleagues, patients and families – thank you.' We extend our heartfelt thanks to the Dancing for a Cause Charitable Trust, every single contestant, dancer, sponsor, volunteer, and the thousands who attended, donated, and supported the event. This incredible result wouldn't be possible without the combined effort and generosity of so many. Photos, video highlights, and official fundraising totals from the weekend will be available soon on the NBS Dancing for a Cause website and Nelson Tasman Hospice's social media in the coming days.
Scoop
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scoop
Community Sparkles At NBS Dancing For A Cause 2025 - A Record-Breaking Weekend For Nelson Tasman Hospice
The glitter has settled, and the scores are in: NBS Dancing for a Cause 2025 lit up the Trafalgar Centre this past weekend with two shows that dazzled more than 4,000 audience members, raised hundreds of thousands of dollars, and brought the Nelson Tasman community together in extraordinary support of Nelson Tasman Hospice. With the final numbers not yet in, NBS Dancing for a Cause 2025 has already raised $587,000 a record-breaking total that will make a lasting impact on the work of Nelson Tasman Hospice. This incredible amount will directly support the care of approximately 210 patients and their whānau every month, ensuring that specialist palliative care remains accessible, compassionate, and free for all who need it. A final total raised will be announced in the coming weeks, when all the totals have been tallied. Held over two spectacular nights on May 16 and 17 at the Trafalgar Centre, this year's event once again showcased the power of community. Ten local personalities, each paired with a trained dance partner, took to the stage and shared not just their dance moves, but their personal connections to hospice and what this cause means to them. "The energy across both nights was absolutely contagious," says organiser and dance instructor Emma Silke-French. "What stood out was the heart behind every performance, every fundraiser, and every moment shared on that stage." Event Highlights Overall Winner The coveted Judges' Award went to Rhys Black and their partner Rebecca Higham, whose breathtaking jive performance captivated the panel of professional judges and earned top marks. Yondi Foundation People's Choice Award Voted by the audience, this year's Yondi Foundation People's Choice Award was won on both nights by Ed Shuttleworth, CE of Sport Tasman, and his partner Brooke Silke-Atkins, for a captivating tango that brought the house down. Most Funds Raised A special mention goes to Jayde Howe, BNZ Financial Adviser, who not only delivered an elegant rumba but also raised an astounding $250,000 through events including a G.J. Gardner home build, a quiz night, and a Gala Dinner. Her fundraising efforts were a shining example of generosity and commitment. Through raffles, community events, storytelling, and tireless practice, each of this year's contestants brought their community along for the journey - all in support of hospice care in the Nelson Tasman region. Tony Gray, Chief Executive of Nelson Tasman Hospice, says: 'This event is not only a highlight of our community calendar — it's a lifeline for our services. We are overwhelmed by the generosity, time, and talent poured into making this weekend such a success. On behalf of all our colleagues, patients and families - thank you.' We extend our heartfelt thanks to the Dancing for a Cause Charitable Trust, every single contestant, dancer, sponsor, volunteer, and the thousands who attended, donated, and supported the event. This incredible result wouldn't be possible without the combined effort and generosity of so many. Photos, video highlights, and official fundraising totals from the weekend will be available soon on the NBS Dancing for a Cause website and Nelson Tasman Hospice's social media in the coming days.
Scoop
02-05-2025
- General
- Scoop
$25k Boost For Kaikōura Museum
Article – David Hill – Local Democracy Reporter The Kaikura District Council has voted to distribute to $100,000 between 16 community and sports organisations. Sixteen Kaikōura community and sports organisations are set to receive a funding boost. The Kaikōura District Council voted to distribute up to $100,000 to local organisations from its discretionary grants fund at a council meeting on Wednesday, April 30. Councillor Vicki Gulleford said the recipients were a mix of heritage, arts and culture, sports, environmental and community organisations. ''Our criteria is about supporting the community to connect and participate together and these organisations all achieve that in different ways.'' The discretionary grants fund was established in 2022 to provide a more transparent process for distributing grants to the community. ''We would get groups coming along during the annual plan process and asking for support, but it wasn't an open process, so we looked out how we could manage it better,'' Cr Gulleford said. The Kaikōura Historical Society Incorporated is the largest recipient and is set to receive $25,000 to assist with the operational costs of the Kaikōura Museum. She said the council had an obligation under the Local Government Act to support the preservation of local heritage. ''We have that obligation historically, so the museum was given funding prior to the discretionary grants process being created. ''Last year we had some discussion with the museum about whether we should have a targeted rate to fund it, but that will need to be looked at as part of the next Long Term Plan process. ''The museum is always diversifying and bringing in exhibitions and speakers, so it is important to support such key community facilities.'' The other major recipients are Te Hā o Mātauranga (Learning in Kaikōura), the Kaikōura Community Theatre Incorporated and Sport Tasman. Like the museum, Sport Tasman has received council funding for a number of years to help with running community events and supporting local schools. Discussions have also been held with the Kaikōura Community Theatre Inc, which runs the Mayfair Art and Culture Centre, about it how could be funded in future, Cr Gulleford said. Mayor Craig Mackle said Te Hā o Mātauranga played an important role in improving educational outcomes and held the Mayors' Taskforce for Jobs contract on behalf of the council. The discretionary grants fund will be included in the council's 2025/26 annual plan, which will be adopted on June 26. LDR is local body journalism co-funded by RNZ and NZ On Air.
Scoop
02-05-2025
- Business
- Scoop
$25k Boost For Kaikōura Museum
Sixteen Kaikōura community and sports organisations are set to receive a funding boost. The Kaikōura District Council voted to distribute up to $100,000 to local organisations from its discretionary grants fund at a council meeting on Wednesday, April 30. Councillor Vicki Gulleford said the recipients were a mix of heritage, arts and culture, sports, environmental and community organisations. ''Our criteria is about supporting the community to connect and participate together and these organisations all achieve that in different ways.'' The discretionary grants fund was established in 2022 to provide a more transparent process for distributing grants to the community. ''We would get groups coming along during the annual plan process and asking for support, but it wasn't an open process, so we looked out how we could manage it better,'' Cr Gulleford said. The Kaikōura Historical Society Incorporated is the largest recipient and is set to receive $25,000 to assist with the operational costs of the Kaikōura Museum. She said the council had an obligation under the Local Government Act to support the preservation of local heritage. ''We have that obligation historically, so the museum was given funding prior to the discretionary grants process being created. ''Last year we had some discussion with the museum about whether we should have a targeted rate to fund it, but that will need to be looked at as part of the next Long Term Plan process. ''The museum is always diversifying and bringing in exhibitions and speakers, so it is important to support such key community facilities.'' The other major recipients are Te Hā o Mātauranga (Learning in Kaikōura), the Kaikōura Community Theatre Incorporated and Sport Tasman. Like the museum, Sport Tasman has received council funding for a number of years to help with running community events and supporting local schools. Discussions have also been held with the Kaikōura Community Theatre Inc, which runs the Mayfair Art and Culture Centre, about it how could be funded in future, Cr Gulleford said. Mayor Craig Mackle said Te Hā o Mātauranga played an important role in improving educational outcomes and held the Mayors' Taskforce for Jobs contract on behalf of the council. The discretionary grants fund will be included in the council's 2025/26 annual plan, which will be adopted on June 26. LDR is local body journalism co-funded by RNZ and NZ On Air.
