Jo Rowe appointed CEO 22 August 2019 The Presbyterian Support Otago Board is very pleased to announce that Joanne Rowe has been appointed as the Chief Executive Officer for the organisation. Local businesses show support in Central Otago 19 August 2019 Two Central Otago businesses have recently supported us with some very generous donations. Our thanks for their wonderful support. Donation supports youth development following Taieri Gorge fundraiser 3 July 2019 Following the Taieri Gorge Rail Walk event in May, the Dunedin South Lions Community Trust has donated $15,733 to Presbyterian Support Otago. Thank you for supporting Octacan 2019 27 June 2019 Octacan was held on Thursday, 20 June 2019 and was another demonstration of generous support from the Otago community. Countless hours given by our volunteers 14 June 2019 Over 600 people volunteer with Presbyterian Support Otago, and they contribute almost 60,000 hours every year. An unopened envelope 12 June 2019 Among donations received by our retail shops was an unopened envelope, addressed to Miss I Stevens in Purakanui. Media Release: Octacan collection to support local foodbank 7 June 2019 The annual Octacan collection, in support of Family Works foodbank, will take place on Thursday, 20 June from 7. 30am in the lower Octagon. Can you help fill the gap? 29 May 2019 Over the last 10 years, we have watched Octacan steadily grow, and it has become a key event in winter calendars. Family Works in the community across Otago 29 May 2019 Our Family Works team has approximately 50 employees, and over 160 volunteers, focused on supporting positive change, strong families and healthy communities. Walking the Taieri track to support Youth Workers 29 May 2019 Over 400 keen walkers arrived at Dunedin Railway Station on Sunday, 5 May 2019, ready for a day exploring the gorge. Foodbank donation from school competition 29 May 2019 Our Family Works foodbank in Dunedin was delighted to receive a very generous donation from Otago Boys' High School. Changes to our Board Chair and Chief Executive 29 May 2019 Unfortunately, Michael Parker (above left) will not be returning as Chief Executive at Presbyterian Support Otago, and recruitment for a Chief Executive is underway. Registered nurses join our team 29 May 2019 Presbyterian Support Otago signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Southern District Health Board in April to pilot an Older People’s Health Nursing Development Programme. Volunteers in the spotlight 29 May 2019 Did you know that almost half of our team – over 600 people – are volunteers? They contribute thousands of hours every month to support our cause. Be the reason someone smiles today 28 May 2019 Where did the last six months go? It’s June and officially winter. We are gearing up for our annual Octacan event on 20 June. New 'PowerStation' to be launched 21 May 2019 Tonight, the recently-formed Tāngata Moana Komiti and Presbyterian Support Otago will launch a new ‘PowerStation’ as part of the Pāsifika PowerUP Flexplus programme.
