Volly Voices

Marie Riordan
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Marie Riordan, manager of Volunteering New Plymouth dives deep into the not-for-profit and for-purpose sector. She talks with representatives from community organisations, groups and clubs, and from time to time, people who volunteer within our community. If you are interested in any of the roles or information you hear on the show, please contact Volunteering New Plymouth on 06 758 8986 or email admin@volunteeringnewplymouth,nz or find our website www.volunteeringnewplymouth.org.nz Sponsored by Volunteering New Plymouth Trust.

  1. MAR 29

    Volly Voices: NEW PLYMOUTH CENTRAL LIONS

    Marie talks with Charles Thurston about his experience of Lions and all the possibilities that Lions Clubs offer someone who is interested in being involved in their community. This is an International Organisation – however each club operated individually as Charles describes some of the differences and also some of the projects that the various clubs including a new project that involves checking the sight for young children – this is something that Marie is going to write about in her fortnightly article in the Daily News Volly Call on Monday.

    28 min

  2. MAR 15

    Volly Voices: New Plymouth Stroke Support Trust

    Marie talks with Jean Hastie the Secretary, Treasure and Activities Coordinator of New Plymouth Stroke Support Trust about the volunteering she does with the Trust, Also she shares information about what the Trust offers those who have had a Stroke by: a) Hosted monthly morning tea meetups, which include lunch and entertainment. Free transport is provided to attendees. There is no entry fee for the monthly Club Day and it is open to individuals aged 30 and over. b) Organised dedicated Carers Morning on the first Tuesday of each month Arranged outings, such as bus trips in March & September and this year they are 40 and a special celebration is being arranged.

    29 min

  3. MAR 1

    Volly Voices: Taranaki Health Foundation

    Graham & Marie talk with Grant Carter General Manager of Taranaki Health Foundation about his role with the Foundation. The Foundation purpose is to support the development of enhanced healthcare services, for all people within Taranaki Dedicated to developing enhanced healthcare services for the region, and responsible for obtaining funds to purchase equipment that is not otherwise funded. He talks about the new East Wing build, the soon to be new home of Emergency Department, Radiology, Maternity, Neonatal and Intensive Care Unit at Taranaki Base Hospital and the possibility of him presenting to those who are interested in learning more. He also introduced the fact that there will soon be a call for additional volunteers to become Wayfinders to help visitors and patients navigate their way to the services / departments.

    26 min

  4. FEB 15

    Volly Voices: Cancer Society Taranaki

    Graham & Marie talk with Lisa Russell Events Coordinator for Cancer Society Taranaki about her role with the Society and what roles the organisations has available for volunteers. Lisa also explains about the Relay for Life event and how to both volunteer for this and / or how to put in a team to fundraise for the Society. She outlines the support services available for those receiving a cancer diagnosis and their whanau / family and explains that the referral process is not automatic due to privacy, however their services are available to all with a cancer diagnosis and their family / whanau.

    25 min

  5. FEB 1

    Volly Voices: DOSO

    Graham & Marie talk with Dan Thurston Crow about what DOSO does and how it all start and what the aim of the Not for Profit organisation is. This is a session to learn where to start if you have an idea and the energy to look at being involved in building and growing an inclusive and connected entrepreneurial ecosystem in Taranaki.

    27 min

  6. JAN 18

    Volly Voices: What and Who?

    Graham talks with Marie about the history of Volunteering New Plymouth, where they are and what they do for the For Purpose - Not for Profit community – and what is going to be different in 2026 with IVY2026 – International Volunteer Year 2026.

    29 min

  7. JAN 4

    Volly Voices: Inner Wheel New Plymouth North

    Graham & Marie talk with Sue Jameson of Inner Wheel New Plymouth North about what the organisation and its objectives of promoting true friendship through meetings and interest groups like weekly walk & coffee or as Sue admits – she just partakes in the coffee. Also encouraging the ideals of personal service like collecting for Breast Cancer – Pink Ribbon or participating in the Taranaki Women’s Refuge pop up shop and knitting and / or sewing for organisations like Nurturing Families Taranaki or local hospital. An interesting fact is that there are 33 clubs throughout Aotearoa New Zealand so there is one near you and a great way of becoming part of your community and a safe space for women as this is a women only organisation.

    26 min

  8. 12/21/2025

    Volly Voices: Volunteering New Plymouth Christmas

    Graham & Marie chat about their Christmas experiences and the songs that they have chosen and why. Wishing everyone a very Happy & Safe Festive season. Also Happy New Year and you will hear from us again in 2026 with some more amazing Community organisations info.

    30 min
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About

Marie Riordan, manager of Volunteering New Plymouth dives deep into the not-for-profit and for-purpose sector. She talks with representatives from community organisations, groups and clubs, and from time to time, people who volunteer within our community. If you are interested in any of the roles or information you hear on the show, please contact Volunteering New Plymouth on 06 758 8986 or email admin@volunteeringnewplymouth,nz or find our website www.volunteeringnewplymouth.org.nz Sponsored by Volunteering New Plymouth Trust.

Information

  • Creator
    Marie Riordan
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    14
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © (C)Access Radio Taranaki
  • Show Website
    Volly Voices