Hospice Taranaki – An Incorporated Society with a Foundation Board
Hospice Taranaki operates as an incorporated society, which means we are a legally recognised organisation governed by a constitution and managed by a board of elected trustees that oversees the strategic direction and governance of our organisation, ensuring that we fulfill our mission and serve our community effectively. As an incorporated society, we are committed to transparency, accountability, and the highest standards of care in all our activities.
Our Foundation Board, operating as a charitable trust, provides stewardship of our financial reverses to help sustain the future of our services.
The Current Board of Trustees for
Hospice Taranaki Inc for 2024/25:
- Chair: Tim Coleman | Director at Connect Legal
- Deputy Chair: Maria Ramsay | CEO Toi Foundation
- Chair of Audit and Finance Committee: David Goodall | Director, Baker Tilly Staples Rodway
- Secretary | Sandy Smith
- Dr John Doran | Retired Paediatrician
- Judy Drummond | Retired Nurse
- Pat Bodger: | Retired District Nurse
- Carl Hinton | Director and General Manager Fieldtorque
- Rebecca McDonald
Patron:
Peter McDonald: Director, McDonald Real Estate
Life members:
- Dr Peter van Praagh*
- Shirley Fairey*
- John Fairey
- Colin Muggeridge*
- Dr Ian Smiley
- Peter McDonald
- Kevin Nielsen
- Dianne Bezuidenhout
- Mike Brooke QSM
(*deceased)
He toka tü moana, Arä he toa rongonui
Your strength is like a rock, that stands in raging waters
Charities Commission : CC10437
The Current Board of Trustees for Hospice Taranaki Foundation 2023/24
- Roger Malthus (Chair),
- Paul Bourke,
- Mike Brooke QSM,
- Tim Coleman
- Craig Morresey
- Marise James
- Secretary: Sandy Smith
- Steve Poole
Strategic Plan & Annual Reports
We are committed to transparency and accountability
We are committed to transparency and accountability in our operations.
Below, you’ll find access to our strategic plans and annual reports. These documents provide insights into our goals, achievements, and the impact of our work in the community.
We believe in keeping our stakeholders informed about our initiatives and progress as we strive to enhance the quality of care we provide.
Feel free to explore the links below to delve into our strategic plans, which outline our vision for the future, and our annual reports, offering a comprehensive overview of our activities throughout the year.
Your continued support empowers us to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.
Hospice Taranaki Inc – Constitution 2025
You may download the pdf version from here.
Summary of Our Purpose
Hospice Taranaki Inc is a charitable organisation dedicated to caring for people with life-limiting illness across the Taranaki region. We provide compassionate support to patients and their whānau, including end-of-life care, bereavement, and spiritual support, with dignity and comfort.
We operate hospice facilities, including Te Rangimarie in New Plymouth, deliver care throughout the community, and work in partnership with health professionals, Hospice New Zealand, and other aligned organisations. Our work is supported through charitable fundraising and community involvement, and we exist solely for charitable purposes, with no financial gain to members.