Rural Support Taranaki

06/09/2026

Do you know anyone in Tairāwhiti Gisbourne region looking at study in rural health and well being?

Farming Women Tairāwhiti (FWT) has established four Tertiary Health Scholarships for 2027, valued at $5,000 each, to support students pursuing careers in rural health and wellbeing.

Scholarship Details

Open to applicants aged 20 years and over
Applicants must be undertaking undergraduate or postgraduate study and be in their second or subsequent year of study
Applications open: 14 August 2026
Applications close: 5:00pm, 16 October 2026

Eligible Areas of Study
The scholarships are available to students studying:

Nursing
Nurse Practitioner
Midwifery
General Practice (Medicine)
Physiotherapy
Psychology
Counselling
Pharmacy
Occupational Therapy

These scholarships are intended to support students who are committed to pursuing careers in these health disciplines and contributing to the health and wellbeing of their communities.

05/09/2026

Happy Father’s Day to all the dads and father figures across rural New Zealand. 💚

To the ones teaching, encouraging, lending a hand, sharing a laugh and quietly being there when it matters, thank you.

We know Father’s Day can look and feel different for everyone, so today we’re also thinking of those who may be missing someone or finding the day a little tough.

From all of us at Rural Support Trust, we hope there’s time today for a good yarn, a decent cuppa and the people who matter.

04/09/2026

🌱 Farm life: where hard work meets good humour. 🐄

02/09/2026

💚 Sometimes, simply having someone to listen can make all the difference. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, worried, or just need someone to talk to, Rural Support is here to listen.

🌿 You matter. Your wellbeing matters. Reaching out is a strength.

A conversation today could be the first step towards feeling a little lighter. 💚

31/08/2026

🐃30th Annual Mangaotea Farm Bull Sale Charity Auction🐃

Thanks to the generosity of the Blackwell family, all proceeds of the Charity Auction from this year's event will come to support the work of Taranaki Rural Support Trust. How good - local people helping local people!

The Bull Sale starts at 12pm on Thursday 17 September and the Charity Auction will be held after the sale. We would love to see you there!

30/08/2026

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"No man is an island" is a famous phrase reflecting on how all human beings are connected and that the death or suffering of any person diminishes everyone else.This ripple effect quote has been the driver of Marcia's work. Connecting rural communities and professionals through events and MH worksho...

29/08/2026

We know it takes courage to pick up the phone and make that call. We are here for you when you do.

27/08/2026

Employees are one of the greatest assets of farms, businesses and communities, helping them survive, grow and thrive.
Some may come unstuck and Rural Support Trust are here to help.
RESH or Rural Employee Support Hub offers free legal information to help you navigate challenging employment situations.

Confidential employee support is available: Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm
📞 Call RESH on 0800 694 121 - put it in your phone - just in case.

More info: https://www.rural-support.org.nz/help.../employee-support

27/08/2026

As part of the nationwide Shaping Your Legacy week, Leaving Legacies are bringing together trusted local organisations, rural professionals, and real-life experiences to help farming families navigate the conversations that matter most — before crisis forces them.

Click the link below to register.

Some of the hardest conversations in rural life are often the most important. What happens to the farm, business, finances, and family when life changes? Join us for a practical, specifically rural event focused on succession, transitioning wealth, continuity planning, legacy planning, ageing, and w...

25/08/2026

Thank YOU..position now filled
HELP NEEDED.
Can you spare a couple of weeks, morning milking to give farmer respite. 180 cows increasing to 240 after calving 3km west of Eltham. Text Michelle 027 340 0190.