The Hearing House

20/08/2026

Our audiologist Bri Williams (pictured left) recently headed to the Bay of Plenty, where she connected with local kiritaki/clients alongside our Rotorua-based Speech Language Therapist, Renique Williams (pictured right).​

​During their time in the region, Bri and Renique visited kiritaki at Pāpāmoa Sports Centre and in Whakatāne, including meeting kiritaki at a local campground. Our audiologist Caroline Selvaratnam also visited Kia Roha Pāpāmoa, helping make specialist cochlear implant services more accessible to people across the region.​

​It’s another great example of our team taking specialist cochlear implant services into communities across the regions and meeting kiritaki where they are.​

​A big thank you to Bri, Renique and Caroline for the care and commitment they bring to our kiritaki and whānau.💙​

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17/08/2026

Today’s the day!! ⛽​

Good in the Hood is officially underway at Z Greenlane 💙​

​From now until Monday 14 September 2026, you’ll receive a token every time you fuel up.​

​It’s a simple way to support The Hearing House and the work we do in our community.​

​Next time you’re there, we’d love your vote!​

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13/08/2026

Our kiritaki/client Tariana was absolutely thrilled to receive her beautiful new doll and knitted blanket! 🥰 Here she is with her great grandmother, Ellen, enjoying her special gift.

A huge thank you to Annette Brooks from the Kracker Knitters of Karaka for kindly making the doll and blanket. Your generosity helped make Tariana’s day extra special! 💗​

10/08/2026

We’re proud to be part of Z Energy’s Good in the Hood at Z Greenlane again this year 💙⛽​

​From Tuesday 18 August to Monday 14 September 2026, every time you fill up, you’ll receive a token. You can use it to support The Hearing House by dropping it into our box in-store.​

​It’s a small action that helps power something much bigger. Your vote helps us continue supporting tamariki, adults, and their whānau to build confidence, connection, and communication in everyday life.​

​If you’re heading past Greenlane, we’d love your support. Pop in, fuel up, and vote for The Hearing House!​

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09/08/2026

Team Spotlight: Warren Smith 👋 ​

​Next in our Team Spotlight series, we’re shining a light on Warren Smith, our Accounts & Operations Lead here at The Hearing House. ​

​With a background in finance and business operations across both the commercial and not-for-profit sectors, Warren plays a key role in supporting the systems and processes that keep our services running smoothly. ​

​Warren brings a deeply personal connection to his mahi. Having grown up with hearing differences, and now supporting his son Conan on his journey, he understands the importance of accessible, inclusive support for kiritaki/clients and their whānau. ​

​🔗 Learn more about Warren here: https://www.hearinghouse.co.nz/single-post/team-spotlight-warren-smith ​

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06/08/2026

Meet Emerson! 💙 Our Loud Shirt Day 2026 ambassador is ready to make some noise! 🎉

Introducing Emerson, The Hearing House's ambassador for Loud Shirt Day 2026 🎉

This confident and curious nine-year-old is full of energy, whether he's shooting hoops, learning karate or playing Pokémon. Emerson began his journey with The Hearing House just before his second birthday, and he's now thriving with the support of his cochlear implants, whānau and friends, and New Zealand Sign Language.

Emerson is proud to help raise awareness for children with hearing differences across Aotearoa and Australia for Loud Shirt Day on Friday 16 October 💙

Registrations are almost open so get ready to join Emerson for Loud Shirt Day 2026!

Read Emerson's full story at: loudshirtday.org/event/the-hearing-house-new-zealand/home

04/08/2026

We're thrilled to announce that Loud Shirt Day is BACK on Friday 16⁠ October 2026, and this year it’s LOUDER than ever as we team up again⁠ with the Southern Cochlear Implant Programme (SCIP) and our Aussie⁠ partners across the Tasman to make some LOUD noise! 🇳🇿🤝🇦🇺⁠ ​⁠
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​Loud Shirt Day is a FUN fundraiser where you get together with your⁠ friends, whānau, neighbours, schoolmates, work colleagues, community⁠ groups and sports teams to wear your brightest, boldest outfits in support⁠ of people with hearing differences.​⁠
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Together, we’re raising awareness and helping fund life-changing services⁠ and programmes provided by The Hearing House, SCIP and our First Voice⁠ partners in Australia.⁠ ​⁠
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​Stay tuned for more details on how you can get involved and go LOUD with us this October! 👕🎉​⁠
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30/07/2026

We’re incredibly grateful to Foundation North for their generous support 💚​

​Thanks to their generosity, more of our kiritaki/clients and their whānau will be able to access the vital services they need—support that makes a life-changing difference.​

​Foundation North's support enables The Hearing House to build brighter futures filled with connection, confidence and opportunity by championing early intervention and family- centred care.​

​Ngā mihi nui for standing with us on this journey.​

27/07/2026

Connect & Share is coming to you this August! 🎉​

​Join us in a relaxed and welcoming space to connect, share experiences and meet others to discuss opportunities and challenges. ​

​Whether you’re new to your cochlear implant journey or have been part of it for a while, we’d love to see you there. Whānau and friends are always welcome to come along and join the kōrero 💛​

​🗓 Monday 24 August – Hamilton (11:00am–1:00pm)​
🗓 Tuesday 25 August – Rotorua (11:00am–1:00pm)​
🗓 Wednesday 26 August – Tauranga (11:00am–1:00pm)​

​👉 See more details in the flyer.​
📩 RSVP: [email protected] ​

We’d love to have you join us!

23/07/2026

Come along for coffee, community and connection! ☕💛​

This August, Auckland Parents of Deaf Children (APODC) are hosting a relaxed coffee group. ​

Whether you're new or have been part of the community for a while, it’s a great opportunity to meet others who understand your journey, share experiences, and build meaningful connections.​

📅 Date: Saturday, 1st August​
⏰ Time: 10am​
📍 Location: Crave Cafe, 6 Morningside Drive​

Tag someone who might like to come along 👇​