The annual “Share the Dream Gala” hosted by the UpsideDowns Education Trust in Auckland, is a major fundraising event featuring dinner, auctions, and entertainment to support speech therapy for children with Down syndrome, uniting supporters for a celebratory night. Held at Eden Park, it raises vital funds for the trust’s mission to help kids with…
Category: Charity Events
Starship Foundation’s Charity Ball 2025
The Starship Foundation’s charity ball, a major fundraising event in New Zealand that benefits the Starship Children’s Hospital.The event is primarily a gala for donors and supporters, with the purpose of fundraising to support the hospital’s needs beyond government funding. Everyone was dressed to impress So many magical moments captured though out the evening
2025 TDF Gala Dinner Vegas Style!
The Tania Dalton Foundation are rolling the dice on one unforgettable night at the Viaduct Events Centre, Auckland It was a huge night of glitz and glamour of Vegas to the Viaduct for the 8th Annual Tania Dalton Foundation Gala Dinner. Tania was a ‘Queen of Hearts’ — full of sparkle, mischief, and unstoppable generosity….
Keystone Rugby Lunch 2025
We’re thrilled to photograph the 560+ incredible sponsors, supporters, alumni, and students at the Cordis Hotel, Auckland, for the KeyStone Trust flagship fundraising event—with every dollar raised going directly toward empowering the next generation through student development programmes. This year’s Rugby Lunch will be hosted by the ever-entertaining Jim Kayes (Sky TV), and features a…
TupuToa Gala Dinner 2025
Without a doubt, the TupuToa Gala Dinner 2025 is the highlight of the organisation’s calendar. It was a truly special evening, providing the perfect opportunity to celebrate the tauira, as well as the strong partnerships with corporate, government, and community groups, and to honor the continued support from the wider TupuToa whānau. It was a…
Celebrating 30 years of Keystone Trust
We’re still buzzing after last Thursday night’s celebration of 30 years of Keystone Trust! 🎉 The Viaduct Events Centre was buzzing with our sponsor whānau, past trustees, alumni, current students, and even some new faces as we took a trip down memory lane to where it all began. It was a night to remember, and…
Pink Ribbon Walk 2024 Outdoor Photo Booth
White Door had the honor of setting up a pink backdrop halfway through the Auckland Pink Ribbon Walk. This marks our 4th year photographing the event at Britomart, and what a fun day it was! We were truly inspired by the hundreds of participants walking for such an incredible cause.
2024 Saint Kentigern Distinguished Alumni Awards
In a night that honoured both excellence and impact, the 2024 Saint Kentigern Distinguished Alumni Awards celebrated the remarkable accomplishments of four alumni—Bruce Elliott, Dr Peter Ring, Dr Ian St George, and Peter Stockwell—whose contributions have shaped industries, transformed lives, and strengthened communities. Gathered at the Auckland War Memorial Museum, over 200 guests were inspired…
2024 Sir John Graham Lecture – Professor Nick Aroney
The Annual Sir John Graham Lecture is one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s most distinguished platforms for engaging, thought-provoking insights that spark meaningful public conversations across the country. This year, Professor Nick Aroney delved into the limitations of law, education, and the market in shaping responsible citizens, while offering a pathway toward finding true direction. It…
TDF Gala Dinner
White Door had the privilege of capturing all the fun and fabulous moments from the TDF (Tania Dalton Foundation) Gala Dinner. ‘Carnival’ was the theme and all the guests dressed to occasion!
Bocuse d’Or NZ: Pursuit of Excellence Gala Dinner
On March 23rd at 6 pm, Auckland’s skyline will played host to a culinary spectacle at the ‘Bocuse d’Or NZ: Pursuit of Excellence Gala Dinner.’ The driving force behind this gastronomic gala is to rally support for @bocusedornzteam of magnificent chefs in pursuit of winning a coveted place in the 2025 finals in Lyon, France. It…
TupuToa Gala Dinner 2024
This is our 6th year photographing the TupuToa Gala Dinner… and every year we are blown away by the magic of TupuToa. This is a night where corporate, community and culture connects. The night is full of entertainment, interns stories, and a chance for everyone to share an unforgettable experience.