LSV - Limited Service Volunteer - Auckland

09/05/2026

🚨 LSV N01/26 UPDATE 🚨

Kia ora whānau and friends,

We would like to apologise for the livestream ending unexpectedly during today’s Graduation Parade. Unfortunately, we experienced internet connectivity issues on base which affected the stream.

The good news is that we were still able to capture the remaining portion of the Graduation Parade, including the powerful LSV haka - so we’re sharing that with you here. 🙌🏽

Thank you for your patience, understanding and ongoing support for our trainees throughout their journey.

📸 Hold fire for more photos from the Graduation Parade over the coming days - we’ve got more moments still to share! ⚡️

07/05/2026

🚨 LSV N01/26 UPDATE 🚨

Kia Ora Whānau and Friends!

Graduation Day is tomorrow! 🎓

Join us this Saturday 9th May 2026 from 10:00am, as we celebrate the incredible achievements of our LSV N01/26 trainees 🙌🏽

After six weeks of hard mahi, resilience, growth, and determination, it’s time to recognise the journey these young people have been on and everything they’ve overcome to reach this milestone 👏🏽

Please note: At certain points during the parade, we may need to mute the sound on the livestream to avoid copyright strikes due to music being played. Thank you for your understanding.

🎥 Tune into the livestream and help us cheer our trainees on as they cross the finish line — we’ll see you there!

06/05/2026

🚨 LSV N01/26 UPDATE 🚨

Kia Ora Whānau and Friends!

Our trainees have been putting in the mahi, both in the classroom and out on the road - and it’s paying off in a big way 🚙

We’re proud to celebrate some outstanding results in the driver licencing space:

🪪 20x Learner Licences (a new record)
🪪 10x Restricted Licences (a new record)
🪪 4x Full Licences (a new record)

Massive congratulations to every single one of them - ka mau te wehi! 👏🏽👏🏽

A huge shoutout to our awesome partners at Outwest Youth, who work alongside the MSD team and NZDF, for helping make this happen. Coordinating licencing support for our biggest course in years came with its logistical challenges, but through strong teamwork and collaboration, it got done for our trainees 🙌🏽

All teams with their continued support, dedication, and willingness to go the extra mile plays a massive part in these successes.

Check out these snaps of some of our trainees proudly showing off their brand-new licences 📸🚗

With Graduation just around the corner this Saturday, the team isn’t slowing down - staying focused, maintaining high standards, and pushing strong right through to the finish line 🏁 Details around the livestream coming soon 🎓

Stay tuned for more updates ⚡️

03/05/2026

🚨 LSV N01/26 UPDATE 🚨

Kia Ora Whānau & Friends,

The journey so far has been a tough but rewarding one, and now our trainees find themselves at the beginning of their sixth and final week of course 🙌🏽

Here are some photos from their time out at their final Field Training Exercise (FTX 03) last week, where teamwork was key - pushing and supporting one another to get through to the end 💪🏽

This week will be dominated by Graduation Day prep as they get ready for Saturday. The finish line is now well and truly in sight 👏🏽

Stay tuned for more updates ⚡️

24/04/2026

🚨 LSV N01/26 UPDATE 🚨

Kia Ora Whānau & Friends,

We’re now nearing the end of Week 4, and the finish line is getting closer for our trainees 🙌🏽

It’s been a busy and demanding past few weeks, with the Employment Expo, Longest Day, Driver Licence training, and plenty more packed into the programme 👏🏽

The team continues to show up, putting in the work and building momentum as they push through this phase of the course.

Next week, the trainees will be heading into FTX 03 - another key milestone that will challenge them both physically and mentally 💪🏽

Stay tuned for more updates ⚡️

20/04/2026

🚨 LSV N01/26 UPDATE 🚨

Kia Ora Whānau & Friends,

Last week was a big one for our team, with the Employment Expo, Driver Licence lessons, and the Longest Day all packed in 🙌🏽

We’re currently working through photos and footage from both the Employment Expo and the Longest Day - two standout dates in the programme 👏🏽

The Longest Day was exactly that - a grind. Our trainees were pushed to their limits, both physically and mentally, and they responded with determination and resilience. They held the line and put in a strong effort that you can all be proud of 💪🏽

Here’s a quick video glimpse of them getting after it on the day 😤

Stay tuned for more updates throughout the week ⚡️

14/04/2026

🚨 LSV N01/26 UPDATE 🚨

Kia Ora Whānau & Friends,

With our trainees now back on base, the momentum continues as they prepare for a big week ahead - including the Employment Expo, Driver Licence lessons, and the Longest Day 🙌🏽

The Longest Day will push the team to perform at their peak, both physically and mentally. Here’s a glimpse of them putting in the work as they get ready for what will be a massive challenge 💪🏽

Stay tuned for more updates throughout the week ⚡️

13/04/2026

🚨LSV N01/26 UPDATE 🚨

Kia Ora Whānau & Friends,

Despite weather warnings for Cyclone Vaianu toward the end of last week, base remained unaffected - with all trainees safe and sound over the weekend 👍🏽

This week brings some key events, including our Employment Expo and The Longest Day, which the team are gearing up for 🙌🏽

In the meantime, here are some more snapshots from the trainees’ time up at FTX 01 - featuring some unreal views overlooking the water, alongside the team getting stuck in and making the most of the experience 👏🏽

Stay tuned for more updates this week from the Employment Expo & Longest Day⚡️

09/04/2026

🚨 LSV N01/26 UPDATE 🚨

Kia Ora Whānau & Friends,

The team were out in the field this week and were getting stuck in! 💪🏽

Despite some challenging weather, our trainees have shown great resilience - pushing through and laying down solid groundwork to set them up for their days ahead at camp 🌧️🏕️

They’ve built key field skills including:

🏕️ Camp set-up
🪖 Dressing appropriately for field conditions
🪢 Knots & lashings

All essential foundations for teamwork, adaptability, and operating effectively out in the elements.

Here are some snapshots from the week so far out in the field - with the team returning to base later today.

Stay tuned for more updates ⚡️

06/04/2026

🚨 LSV N01/26 UPDATE 🚨

Kia ora whānau and friends!

It’s been a massive first week for our trainees in our first intake of the year! 💪🏽

The team have been putting in the mahi over the past week, and earlier today they set off for FTX 01 - their first field training exercise of the course! 🌧️🏕️ The weather wasn’t the best this morning, but we’re backing them to push through and embrace the challenge out in the field.

Alongside this, our trainees have continued to put in solid effort during their PT sessions - laying strong foundations and building a growth mindset. They’ve also been learning key techniques to train safely and effectively, setting them up to carry these habits beyond the programme. Check out this video of the team getting stuck in.

We’re super proud of how far they’ve come already - the commitment, teamwork, and energy they bring each day is unreal! 🙌🏽

Stay tuned for more updates! ⚡️

24/11/2025

📣 There’s still time to get involved in this awesome research – and score a $20 voucher! 📣

Our LSV Social Worker, Karen, is continuing to look for participants to support her study on emotions and self-concept in young New Zealanders.

This is a great opportunity to share your experiences, contribute to meaningful research, and receive a $20 supermarket voucher as a thank you for taking part 🎁

Karen would love to hear from more of you – check out the flyer for all the info and conditions 🙌

📣 Keen to help with some awesome research AND get a $20 voucher? 📣

Our very own LSV Social Worker Karen is diving into some exciting research around emotions and self-concept in young New Zealanders - and she’s looking for participants!

If you’re keen to share your voice and help make a difference, check out the flyer for details and conditions 🙌

All participants will receive a $20 supermarket voucher for their time! 🎁