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Brodie's at the beach

May 29, 2024

Brodie's at his beach; Norman is looking after the hens; and Kelvin is working on a project. It's a good life for these three

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Residents settle into a new type of studio living

May 29, 2024

A large old house in Christchurch has been redeveloped into a new style of studio living for a group of IDEA Services residents.

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Learn stuff and go places with IHC and Te Kura

November 28, 2023

The latest from IHC Media is a free learning package offered in partnership with Te Kura, the former Correspondence School.

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Matthew ended his year on a high

November 28, 2023

Matthew Caldwell has been having his best time at work lately.

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Whaikaha releases complaints review

November 28, 2023

On 27 October, the day of the IHC Annual General Meeting, Whaikaha released the findings of its review of complaints policies at IDEA Services.

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Kim adds her expertise to national palliative care group

November 27, 2023

Kim Fuller, Clinical Nurse Consultant with the IDEA Services National Clinical Team, has joined a group working to improve palliative care in New Zealand.

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Veronica reclaimed her last precious months of joy

November 27, 2023

Veronica Kennedy lit up every room she was in. She loved to party, sing and dance even though she was dealing with a range of serious health conditions.

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Performers test revamped theatre

August 22, 2023

Singers, dancers and musicians from IDEA Services recently put a newly upgraded community theatre in Wellington through its paces.

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Volunteers work to protect a unique coastline

August 22, 2023

For 10 years some environmental warriors have been battling to protect the Castlecliff sand dunes at Whanganui.

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Accessible tours brought light show up close for everyone

August 22, 2023

It wasn’t quite dark, but the lights and sights of LUMA 2023 filled the Queenstown Gardens with mystery and excitement.

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