Media
The World Vision 40 Hour Famine is on again. This is where you can find 'news you can use' about New Zealand's largest youth fundraising event.
We welcome the media to use any stories and photos posted here for the purpose of publicising World Vision's 40 Hour Famine. It really encourages Kiwi youth to see their efforts in the newspapers, on television, and to hear them over the radio.
Please contact the World Vision Communications Team by email or by calling 0800 800 776 if you would like a media kit, print-quality images, or more information. For local activities happening throughout the Famine time, check the Famine Events section.
40 Hour Famine sets a record for participation
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The 33rd World Vision 40 Hour Famine, May 23 – 25, 2008, brought out the best in more than 120,000 young New Zealanders determined to stand up for the rights of others... full article >>>
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Fashion for the Famine at Elim Christian College
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No doubt there are many who are still coming to grips with the trials that Elim Christian College has faced since the tragedy at Mangatepopo River, near Tongariro. And there’s no doubt that many are in awe of the strength of the school, their compassion and their commitment to look forward to a bright future... full article >>>
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It’s Game On for the Famine at Hamilton Boys’ High
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And here you were thinking that playing computer games was all about ‘me’. This Friday Hamilton Boy’s High sets the record straight as a hundred gamers from around the Waikato descend on the school hall for the gaming event of the year – a LAN party – all in an effort to raise much needed funds for the 40 Hour Famine... full article >>>
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Lawyers for the Famine
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For the past 12 years, a group of legal professionals have thrown themselves into in World Vision’s 40 Hour Famine raising more than $100,000 – thanks to generous sponsorships from their colleagues and friends. Last year alone, the group raised $7,500... full article >>>
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Community before self – a child’s incredible story
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Saul Bryan was a child who came out of nowhere to touch us all at World Vision. He died of cancer last year but not before he’d raised $1,200 on his own for the 40 Hour Famine... full article >>>
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Kiwis say ‘no thanks’ for the 33rd year in a row
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 The 33rd World Vision 40 Hour Famine kicks off on May 23 with more than 100,000 children (and adults) going without, so that other lives can change for the better. And in saying no to food, or their Xbox, texting or TV, for 20 to 40 hours, their lives are also transformed.... full article >>>
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Play it Strange joins with World Vision 40 Hour Famine
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 Over 33 years more than 2.5 million New Zealanders have raised $57 million for aid and development projects throughout the world through the 40 Hour Famine. It’s only fair then that Mike Chunn of Play it Strange considers the World Vision 40 Hour Famine to be an institution... full article >>>
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Winner of the Easter Camp 40 Hour LIVE VIP competition announced
20/04/2008 - Nationwide |
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 The World Vision 40 Hour Famine team is thrilled to announce that the winner of the 40 Hour LIVE VIP backstage pass is... full article >>>
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Tawa College raises money for Famine
14/04/2008 - Wellington |
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 Excitement was in the air and scurrying along the asphalt when Tawa College students lined the school's driveway last week. A golf ball drop... full article >>>
Images: Image 1, image 2, image 3. Credit: Kapi-Mana News.
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Wellington College students fundraise with their feet
19/02/2008 - Wellington |
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Ten years ago, a bunch of Wellington College students decided that going without food for 40 hours just wasn't practical for athletic students with busy schedules... full article >>>
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In 2008 World Vision is launching 40 Hour LIVE! - a national live event where 40 Hour Famine participants can come together to showcase their skills and talents in front of a huge audience... full article >>>
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