Welcome to Hearing New Zealand
Te Kahui Rongo o Aotearoa
We are very proud to advise Hearing New Zealand has been accepted to be a member of the World Hearing Forum.
The World Hearing Forum envisions a world in which no person experiences hearing loss due to preventable causes and those with hearing loss can achieve their full potential through rehabilitation, education and empowerment.
This is a valuable opportunity for us to join a worldwide network dedicated to raising awareness about hearing loss through advocacy and education, while promoting hearing protection and safe listening habits among people of all ages
Who Are We
At Hearing New Zealand, we believe everyone deserves to hear well and live fully. Whether you're looking for information, support, or ways to protect your hearing, you're in the right place. For over 90 years, we've been supporting Kiwis with hearing loss and promoting hearing wellbeing across Aotearoa New Zealand.
🌍 Find a member association near you
We have member associations across the nation offering a variety of services, local support and events.
Find you local member association here
We’re here to help you hear better
Important Notice
We would like to clarify that our member association in Wellington - also known as Hearwell Wellington, are not associated in any way with an organisation known as “HearwellNZ,” which is advertising hearing aids for approximately $200. All of our products and services are sourced from reputable manufacturers and are backed by full warranties, professional support, and service guarantees. If you have any questions about any of our services or would like some advice please feel free to contact our team. We are always happy to help.
What We Do
Education In Schools
We provide the evidence based educational programme Dangerous Decibels that teaches children about making listening safe in a fun and engaging way.
Auditory Processing Disorder
Pilot Project
Wellington Hearing Association has launched the APD Pilot Project in the Wellington region by engaging with local schools and working with children between the ages 6 - 11 years...learn more here
Support for people with hearing loss
We offer practical advice, connections to local support groups, and help navigate hearing services.
Advocating for better hearing services
We work with government, health providers, and communities to improve hearing care and access for all.
Preventing hearing loss
We run public education campaigns and partner with workplaces, schools, and communities to promote hearing protection and safe listening.
Founded in 1932, Hearing New Zealand has been working hard with the help of our members and volunteers to improve the lives of our people with hearing impairment through supporting the individual, advocacy, education and research.
Our Mission
Contact Us
Phone: 0800 233 445
Email: liaison@hearing.org.nz
Hearing New Zealand
also known as Hearing Association New Zealand
Charity Number: CC51566
Hearing NZ would like to thank the following for their continued support.
John Ilott Charitable Trust
Helen Stewart Royale Trust
New Zealand Lotteries
Four Winds Foundation
Pelorus Trust
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