Proudly Giving Back To Our Community

We taking on the Walk 50K this May challenge to raise funds to support Kiwis who are living with an incurable breast cancer diagnosis. Alaina and Will have gotten their walking underway early… spotted tearing up the streets of Hamilton with Peanut leading the charge.  Serving serious Kath & Kel energy – hips swinging, arms…

Shane and Nikki recently visited St Peters Cathedral to chat about all things Pellow & Hill and funeral related. We brought along some of the many options available to families, from caskets and urns to keepsakes – with a special focus on eco friendly choices, while also sharing some  of the fantastic community initiatives we’ve…

The annual vet’s national tournament at Pirongia Golf Club was a fantastic success, with kind weather setting the scene for two memorable days of golfing. With 53 pairs competing, the clubrooms were filled with chatter, laughter, and a wonderful sense of community as we arrived to present prizes to the well-deserved winners and placegetters. Golf is a…

This month Alaina Boag (our location manager) completed her training with Cambridge Riding for the Disabled, and she is so excited to get started with such a fantastic team of volunteers. As a voluntary, non-profit organisation, Cambridge Riding for the Disabled is dedicated to providing therapeutic horse riding for individuals with disabilities, supporting their physical,…

This month we spent some time with the Melville Mustangs after their training and were pleased to shout the team a well-deserved round of drinks. It was a great opportunity to experience firsthand the strong sense of community they’ve built. There’s a genuine, welcoming atmosphere around the club, driven by a fantastic group of people…

Recently, we had the pleasure of visiting Cascades Rest Home with Peanut, and what a special experience it was. From the moment we arrived, you could feel the excitement in the air as everyone looked forward to meeting their fluffy little celebrity. As we walked in, Peanut was greeted with warm smiles and lively chatter….

Shane is a long-standing, much-valued member of the Pellow and Hill Funerals team, working with both Pellows and James R Hill before the two brands were brought together. His experience with both organisations gives him a deep understanding of the care, professionalism, and traditions that continue to guide our work. Known for his calm manner…

Peanut, our new miniature pony mascot, brings smiles, comfort, and a little lightness wherever she goes. From rest homes to community events, her calm nature and cuteness spread joy and create lovely connections. We believe care extends beyond our walls and into the community we serve. Peanut is a gentle reminder of warmth, compassion, and…

We recently popped into Tamahere Country Club for an afternoon of all things funerals – with a refreshingly light-hearted approach Our goal was to create a relaxed, welcoming space where residents could ask the questions we don’t always think to ask until we’re in the middle of a difficult time. There were thoughtful conversations, plenty…

Between January 1st & September 30th, 2026 will be building our Community Support Fund – adding $100 to the fund for every full funeral we provide during this time. Hi I’m Alaina Boag, manager of Pellow & Hill Funerals. I’ve been leading the team since the beginning of 2026 and in that time, we’ve certainly…

Pellow & Hill, Angel Casts & Waikato Stonecraft helps bereaved mum replace baby son’s headstone Mistah Paewhenua’s headstone at a Hamilton cemetery was vandalised beyond repair, but local funeral directors and stonemasons have come to the rescue. When Martha Paewhenua lost one of her twin babies, Mistah, in 2020 her life was turned upside down….

These grants are designed to support grass roots organisations contributing to our communities through tireless efforts, often using their own time and resources to make Hamilton a better place.  During our 2024 campaign to celebrate the coming together of Hamilton’s two most established funeral companies into one, we were determined to give back to the…