It is often in life’s darkest and most challenging hours that we truly realise who needs our support the most. In the day-to-day rhythm of managing construction projects, meeting build schedules, and navigating operational demands, it can be easy to get caught up in our own “busyness”. However, real community impact happens when we intentionally pause, look outside our own frameworks, and extend a hand to those facing life’s greatest hurdles.

At Retro Construction, we believe that delivering quality building solutions goes hand-in-hand with supporting the heart of our community. That is why we are immensely proud to announce our official partnership with Starship, New Zealand’s national children’s hospital.

Starship provides world-class care and life-saving treatments to thousands of children and families across Aotearoa during moments of unimaginable strain. The compassion, resilience, and extraordinary work performed by the teams at Starship every single day is nothing short of inspiring. For families navigating critical health struggles with their young ones, Starship serves as a vital beacon of hope.

As part of our commitment to this partnership, our team is stepping out from behind the desk and off the job site to connect directly with Starship’s team. We are planning a special visit to see their incredible work firsthand and learn how we can continue to offer meaningful support. Keep an eye out for our full update closer to year-end, where we’ll be sharing insights and highlights from our visit.

In the meantime, we want to encourage our clients, trade partners, and the wider Auckland business network to take a moment to learn more about Starship’s mission. If you or your organisation are looking for a good cause to back, supporting the health and future of our children is one of the most impactful investments you can make.

To learn more about the amazing work happening every day at Starship and discover how you can get involved, visit Starship Foundation.