Heart Foundation NZ

02/09/2026

We just made someone’s day with a phone call. Congratulations to the very excited supporter from Christchurch holding ticket number 272300 who won $10,000!

There's still a chance to win more. Buy your $15 tickets in Lottery No. 164 today and you'll be in to win a beautiful Jennian home in Kinloch – valued at $1.2 million, plus other great prizes! Buy tickets: https://hfnz.org/462ScFm

02/09/2026

We often hear from people living with heart conditions. Less often do we hear from the people caring for them.

When Kevin's heart condition atrial fibrillation led to a cardiac arrest and eventually open-heart surgery, his wife Mary found herself on an emotional rollercoaster of fear, uncertainty and exhaustion.

Mary is now sharing her story of the realities of caring for a loved one through major health challenges, the lessons she learnt along the way, and why accepting support can make all the difference when carers need it most. 💕

01/09/2026

💖 Today is New Zealand Random Acts of Kindness Day – a perfect reminder that kindness doesn’t just warm hearts, it’s good for your heart health too! 🫶

Here are 9 simple acts of kindness you can try today to care for your own heart – or the heart of someone you love:

🏃‍♀️ Invite a friend for a walk and catch up while getting active.
🥗 Make a nourishing meal together.
☕Shout someone a coffee or a herbal tea.
📱 Call a loved one you haven’t spoken to in a while.
🛒 Help someone with their groceries or carry their bags.
💌 Write a note of encouragement to brighten someone’s day.
🌸 Give flowers or fresh fruit to a friend or loved one.
🚗Offer to take a friend or loved one to an appointment.
🤝 Volunteer your time to a cause close to your heart.

Every small act of kindness helps reduce stress, strengthens social connections, and boosts wellbeing – all of which are great for heart health. ❤️

👉 What act of kindness will you do today? Post your answer in the comments below

31/08/2026

Sardines: they're cheap, packed with heart-healthy omega-3s, and a good source of protein. Give these recipes a try - your heart and your wallet will thank you 🐟

27/08/2026

Place your order in Lottery No. 164 today to secure your chances to win a $10,000 prize in our Early-Buy draw.

You can buy tickets here: https://hfnz.org/4zAwaqN

26/08/2026

32g protein 💪 11.7g fibre 🌿 Ready in 30 mins ⏱️

This popular Greek street food features tender meat with red onions, tomatoes, and creamy Greek yoghurt, all wrapped in warm flatbread.

25/08/2026

Great to see healthy habits being nurtured from the very beginning at Pōhutukawa Kids! It’s a fantastic example of the difference early learning services are making to the heart health of the next generation.

Read more in the NZ Herald article here https://bit.ly/45MQsjf

Find out more about the Tohu Manawa Ora | Healthy Heart Award and how your early learning service can get involved 👉 https://hfnz.org/4vcdpqo

Children learn about healthy kai, exercise and caring for te taiao.

21/08/2026

See this Kinloch home’s charm for yourself on this virtual tour. Explore every room in 3D, switch to floor plan view to see the layout and check measurements, then imagine making it your own. https://hfnz.org/4xbEcVv

Buy tickets in Lottery No. 164: https://hfnz.org/3U9K8zL

20/08/2026

Need help managing your cholesterol?

Try our 7 day cholesterol meal plan. All recipes on the Heart Foundation website. Link below. 🍴

19/08/2026

Too tired to cook but not too tired to eat well?

Try this loaded tofu with chilli crunch. 5 minutes, 0 stovetop, 100% flavour. Your Wednesday night dinner just got a heart-healthy upgrade 🌶️🥢 https://hfnz.org/4xOMxOS