Support the Elwin Family

Anthony Elwin is well known in the Snells Beach community as a local builder, rugby coach, school parent, and as an indispensable member of the Mahurangi East Volunteer Fire Brigade. The Elwin family (Anthony, Danielle and their two children) are very much entrenched in the community and are a special part of our brigade whānau.

Sadly, Anthony passed away on the 26th November 2025 surrounded by his beautiful family. We are heartbroken and devastated for the huge loss Danielle, Alex and Rose now face. As a brigade we will do what we can to support their family.

As a first responder, Anthony attended many emergency calls, showing up for members of our community in their most vulnerable moments - let’s do the same for this beautiful family. Any donations will be greatly appreciated and will go towards funeral costs and easing the financial burden for the family during this difficut time. The family will not be receiving any support from ACC.

We ask that the privacy of the Elwin Family is respected - please do not contact Danielle directly. Any questions or further offers of support can be directed to the Mahurangi East VFB Chief, Jason Connolly (jason.connolly@fireandemergency.nz), or Kathryn Ramel (kramel@snellsbeach.school.nz), principal of Snells Beach School.