Conductive Education Taranaki NZ

18/06/2026

This week, we celebrate the incredible people who generously give their time, energy and talents to support Conductive Education Taranaki.

To our amazing volunteers, thank you!
Whether you're helping at events, assisting at camp, fundraising, lending a hand behind the scenes, or simply saying “yes” when we need help, you make a huge difference.

Your kindness, dedication and willingness to support our organisation helps us continue providing opportunities for local tamariki with disabilities and their whānau. Quite simply, we couldn't do what we do without you.

During National Volunteer Week, we celebrate each and every one of you and the impact you make every day.

Thank you for giving your time, you are truly appreciated.

16/06/2026

Yesterday Megan had a chat with local legend Ben Price before he headed out on his 15km run for the 15th of June.
Ben is running the date in kms for the month of June to raise money for Conductive Education Taranaki!
Have a listen to hear all about why Ben is raising money for us.

Donate now at https://givealittle.co.nz/fundraiser/kilometres-for-a-cause

Your support means so much.

11/06/2026

Its getting colder.... $290 of wood for $5 - you know you want to!

IT'S RAFFLE TIME!

Stay warm this winter by being in to win 3.5 cube of pine blocks delivered within the New Plymouth area!

$5 per ticket
100 tickets available

Comment below or PM our page to purchase tickets.

Voucher expires 31/07/26

Thank you for your support and good luck!

04/06/2026

IT'S RAFFLE TIME!

Stay warm this winter by being in to win 3.5 cube of pine blocks delivered within the New Plymouth area!

$5 per ticket
100 tickets available

Comment below or PM our page to purchase tickets.

Voucher expires 31/07/26

Thank you for your support and good luck!

03/06/2026

This years bespoke Americarna piece was delivered to its new owner, Deb over the weekend. It has taken pride of place next to another Americarna set from 2024. Thank you so much for your support Deb, it means a lot to us.

Thank you to Craig, who thinks up & creates these amazing pieces year after year!
Thank you to AmeriCARna (Official) for allowing us to auction these off & be part of the event each year.
Thank you to Custom Street Rides and The Sign Shop for your ongoing support of our Americarna projects!

What will Craig make for 2027!?

24/05/2026

Local legend Ben Price has recently discovered a passion for running and wants to use that passion to give back to causes close to his heart - starting with Conductive Education Taranaki.

During the month of June, Ben will be taking on a big challenge - running the date in kilometres each day. That means 1km on June 1st, 15km on June 15th, all the way through to 30km on June 30th, plus he is adding in an extra day for 35km on July 1st to make it a total of 500km!

You are welcome to join Ben for a run or even take on the challenge yourself!

Support Ben and Conductive Education Taranaki by donating now at https://givealittle.co.nz/fundraiser/kilometres-for-a-cause

Thank you so much for your support. Every donation, kilometre, and word of encouragement makes a difference.

If you’d like to get involved, please contact Ben at [email protected].

22/05/2026

A very special week for Kevin receiving his medal and being invested into the New Zealand Order of Merit by the Governor-General of New Zealand, Rt Hon Dame Cindy Kiro.

Kevin, we congratulate you and thank you for your tireless service to the wider disability community and to Conductive Education Taranaki. You have sat on our board since day one and have never missed a fundraiser or camp, we are very grateful for your belief in what we do.

As below, Kevin's citation that was read out at the ceremony.

Mr Kevin Nielsen, of New Plymouth, MNZM for services to the community and people with disabilities.

Mr Kevin Nielsen was the Chief Executive of Hospice Taranaki for 15 years, advocating tirelessly for increased funding for the Hospice. He played a key role in fundraising to build the in-patient Hospice facility and organised the opening of hospice shops in New Plymouth, Hawera and Stratford. As a Board member of Hospice New Zealand, he strove to ensure the long-term sustainability of hospice services nationally. He was involved with the Disability Working Group while serving on the Taranaki District Health Board. Mr Nielsen helped establish Enabling Good Lives Taranaki and Conductive Education Taranaki Trust and continues to serve as Chair of the New Plymouth Riding for the Disabled.

17/05/2026

We are absolutely blown away by the incredible amount Gunners Street Drags raised for our organisation and the children we work with!

Yes, that cheque says $25,000!!

Thanks to the passion, generosity, and hard work of everyone involved - the organisers, sponsors, entrants, volunteers, and everyone who came along, thank you for helping make such a huge difference. What an amazing community we have.

Your support will help us continue providing opportunities for our children to maximise their abilities and thrive.

We truly couldn’t do it without you all - thank you!

Crowded House Bar & Cafe

13/05/2026

In March we had the opportunity for many of our families to go on the amazing The Wish 4 Fish Charity purpose built boat for those with extra accessibility needs. As you can tell these little sightseers had a blast! Those smiles...... ❤️

Our CE families were lucky enough to go for a Harbour Cruise with Wish 4 Fish onboard their amazing purpose-built boat. - This was such a great opportunity f...

10/05/2026

Happy Mother’s Day 💜

To the mums of children with disabilities - the appointment jugglers, therapy supporters, sleepless-night survivors, milestone cheerleaders and fierce protectors, we see you and appreciate all that you do.

To the grandmothers, stepmums, foster mums, dad mums, aunties, caregivers and special women who help nurture and support our tamariki, today is for you too.

Thank you for the patience, strength, resilience and unconditional love you show every single day.

Wishing all our amazing families a Mother’s Day filled with love, appreciation and special moments 💐