ASB Good as Gold: Linda Howard

This week’s ASB Good as Gold recipient is Linda Howard of Invercargill, a tireless community fundraiser whose creativity and generosity have strengthened Southland for decades. For more than 10 years, Linda has brought the community together by producing imaginative, large‑scale events in support of Hospice Southland, including this year’s 'Stars in Their Eyes' concert. A hairdresser for over 50 years, Linda also gives time behind the scenes, volunteering her skills and rallying local businesses, friends, and clients to donate goods, services, and support. Beyond headline events, Linda consistently steps up for charity initiatives, offering expertise, energy, and practical help wherever it is needed. Over the years, these efforts have helped raise more than $60,000 for Hospice Southland. ASB is proud to recognise Linda Howard with $10,000 as this week’s ASB Good as Gold recipient. - Due to the immense volume of comments 1News videos attract, we've made the decision to hold all comments for review, and in some cases, turn them off entirely. 1News is a media outlet based in New Zealand, and could potentially be liable for any comments that defame others or breach New Zealand law. Our content receives thousands of comments each day, and we lack the capacity to moderate that volume without holding comments for review. This decision ensures that our platform remains a safe and compliant space for all viewers. We appreciate your understanding and continued support. - For the latest news from Aotearoa and overseas: https://www.1News.co.nz | Stream more news and current affairs, consumer reports, and in-depth stories: https://www.tvnz.co.nz/news This is the official channel of TVNZ's 1News, where we deliver the latest news, in-depth journalism and expert analysis from reporters you can trust. - Join the 1News team on TVNZ+ and stream the latest news from Aotearoa New Zealand and overseas.