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Belinda Archer Belinda Archer

A Lifetime Champion for Literacy

For more than 40 years, Invercargill educationalist Helen Campbell MNZM has quietly but powerfully changed the lives of children across Southland by giving them something many take for granted; a voice.

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Belinda Archer Belinda Archer

A Legacy 50 years in the Making

In Western Southland, progress has often begun the same way as in many rural New Zealand communities, with locals gathering, identifying a shared problem, and deciding to solve it together. More than fifty years ago, that is exactly what happened.

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Newsletter: Spring 2025

Spring updates for the Southland community, including a fantastic new fund for young people and information on Wills Month.

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Newsletter: June 2025

Read our latest newsletter; a special edition marking one year since the launch of Southland Foundation.

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Super Legacy for Southland

Giving back to a community that has enriched your life can be a deeply rewarding experience, but knowing where to start can often feel overwhelming.

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New Southland Literacy Fund

Imagine a world where every child in Southland—no matter their background—has the tools and support to unlock their full potential.

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