Freemasons Foundation

01/04/2026

Mātai Medical Research Institute presented Frankie Muir with a gift for Freemasons Foundation. Frankie has now completed her internship on neuroimaging research.

Read more here: https://www.freemasonsfoundation.org.nz/post/mātai-summer-intern-2025-2026

10/03/2026

Freemasons Foundation and NZ Opera present our annual Opera at St Thomas’ in Kohimarama.

Wednesday 25th March, 6pm
Tickets $50 - on sale now, don’t miss out!

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Freemasons Foundation presents the annual opera event at St Thomas Church

17/02/2026

The Meningitis Foundation is currently targeting high-risk ‘halls of residence’ university students with education on Meningitis symptoms and vaccination. Up to 30% of cases occur as students move into close-living situations – so the Freemasons Foundation is supporting the Meningitis Foundation to attend orientation events around the country to raise awareness of the disease and encouraging students to get vaccinated to ensure they are protected. Free MenB and ACW&Y vaccines are available in NZ for 13–25 yr olds.

17/02/2026

In December 2025, 16 young amputees went to Nelson for three days of fun!

Read more on our website https://www.freemasonsfoundation.org.nz/post/junior-amputees-stump-club-camp

16/12/2025

Name: Frankie Muir
High School: Tauranga Girls’ College, St. Paul’s Collegiate
Degree: Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery

Our Freemasons Foundation Mātai Summer Intern Frankie Muir has just completed her second year of Medicine at the University of Otago. Frankie has strong ties to Gisborne, and her summer intern project will be based around using novel MRI technology to analyse brain motion patterns - supervised by Dr Itamar Terem, Dr Samantha Holdsworth and Jet Wright. Giving back to the community via healthcare has been a driving force for Frankie to pursue a Mātai Internship.

Her research focuses on classifying motion patterns using aMRI techniques and exploring potential relationships with age, clinical diagnosis, and amyloid status. Mātai has given Frankie a unique opportunity to combine clinical research with community outreach, something Frankie aspires to continue in her professional
career.

13/11/2025

Jo Morgan, EVolocity - Head of Partnerships, says:
“Freemasons Foundation has funded motor kits yearly for the 2024, 2025 programmes and recently again for 2026. With their support, many schools and teams received these kits, which are essential components for the vehicles they design and build. These kits spark creativity, engineering excellence and sustainable innovation. We’re deeply grateful to the Freemasons Foundation for breaking down financial barriers and powering the dreams of rangatahi across Aotearoa."

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Each year, EVolocity’s electric vehicle competition showcases the next generation of sustainable technology innovators across Aotearoa.

13/11/2025

With support from the Freemasons Foundation, the Meningitis Foundation Aotearoa NZ is expanding its awareness programme to reach more university and secondary school students in 2026. Meningitis can kill in less than 24 hours - often with symptoms that mirror the flu or a bad hangover. Vaccinations are free for students living in close quarters, such as hostels/halls of residence and boarding schools, and it is vital to act quickly if students are feeling unwell. Scan the QR code for meningitis symptoms.

Or read more on the background of the Meningitis Programme here:

The Meningitis Foundation Aotearoa New Zealand (MFANZ) is committed to reducing and preventing meningitis across New Zealand - advocating for wider access to vaccines and raising awareness about the disease.

11/11/2025

Glaucoma affects more than 130,000 New Zealanders. Without the right support, it can be an isolating and overwhelming journey. Freemasons Foundation is supporting symposiums by Glaucoma NZ designed to change that. Seven free regional events will be delivered over 12 months, each a half-day programme featuring expert ophthalmologists and optometrists, practical demonstrations and patient stories. Attendees receive resource packs, enjoy informal kōrero over morning tea and most importantly, leave with the knowledge and confidence to manage their glaucoma more effectively.

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In the past two years, over 700 people have attended Glaucoma NZ’s symposiums, with 97% reporting greater confidence in managing their condition afterwards.

10/11/2025

Freemasons Foundation is supporting a summer intern at Mātai Medical Research Institute in 2025 – an organisation offering Tairāwhiti students enrolled in a NZ University the opportunity to engage in cutting-edge research projects - working alongside scientists, clinicians, research staff, PhD students and Iwi health providers.

Read more on our website:

Freemasons Foundation is supporting a summer intern at Mātai Medical Research Institute in 2025 – an organisation offering Tairāwhiti students enrolled in a NZ University studying health science, computer science, medical, or engineering the opportunity to engage in cutting-edge research project...

29/10/2025

Dove Hospice & Wellness Garden Ramble
Saturday 15 November 2025, 10am-4pm

Ticketholders can explore a curated collection of stunning private gardens in Auckland’s Eastern Bays - featuring outstanding garden design, with all proceeds going to support Dove Hospice’s care and wellness services for people and families living with life-limiting illnesses.

Tickets available now:
https://www.eventbrite.co.nz/e/dove-hospice-wellness-garden-ramble-tickets-1612903039409?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

The Freemasons Foundation provides financial support to registered charities, supporting organisations, artists, scientists, young minds and innovators to improve the communities we live in.

02/10/2025

The Big Sing is New Zealand's largest annual choral event for secondary schools - a festival and competition with multiple gold, silver and bronze awards, special awards and commendations for different styles of performance. The 2025 finale featured the top 24 secondary school choirs and saw six Auckland choirs win gold awards and several others received special recognition, such as Voicemale for the audience impact award and Leonessa for the best song in te reo Māori.

Get links, see photos and read more about the winners on our news page: https://www.freemasonsfoundation.org.nz/post/the-big-sing-finale-1

01/10/2025

Join the Auckland Philharmonia Inspire Programme for a free Piano Masterclass with renowned pianist Benjamin Grosvenor – a project proudly supported by Freemasons Foundation.

Friday 3 October, 9am
University of Auckland School of Music

Four of the School’s top pianists will perform and receive live coaching from Benjamin—an inspiring chance to see great talent nurtured in real time. Free registration – open to all!

https://aucklandphil.nz/concert/piano-masterclass-with-benjamin-grosvenor/

Read more here: https://www.freemasonsfoundation.org.nz/post/piano-tuition-from-a-master