DID YOU KNOW???
Each year in Hawke's Bay, more than 900 people are diagnosed with cancer!
Duncan Brown Photography is supporting Cancer Society Hawke's Bay - Here's why:
They help people with cancer, their families, whānau & friends, to deal with cancer diagnoses.
They advocate for cancer patients on all kinds of issues, including cancer prevention, screening, early detection and treatment.
They provide free support services for people during treatment and after, ensuring they are able to move on with their lives once again.
(More specific details at the end of this post)
We would encourage you to support them too - Here's how:
Take part in, or sponsor someone who is taking part in,
06 June, 2026
2pm to 9pm
Pettigrew.Green Arena, Taradale
It's a fun fundraising event where teams - and individuals - commit to walking, running, skipping, or hopping around the Arena, taking turns passing a baton, ensuring someone is always moving throughout the event.
You can sponsor someone here:
AND WE'LL BE THERE TO TAKE YOUR PHOTOS, FOR FREE !!
Here are some more details about the work of Cancer Society Hawke's Bay:
... One on one support for people and their whānau affected by cancer.
... Transport – including three times a week shuttle service to Palmerston North for treatment and volunteer drivers within Hawke's Bay.
... Local transport to treatment
... Support groups in Hastings and Central Hawke's Bay.
... Living well with cancer education – weekly workshops for people affected by cancer and their supporters, run by experienced Cancer Society staff and psychologists in the Manawatū office. Available via zoom in Hawke's Bay on request.
... Support volunteer training.
... Emergency financial assistance via grants.
... Complementary therapy – oncology massage.
... A listening ear for patients, caregivers, whānau and family members.
... Hats, turbans, wigs.
... Restorative yoga.
... Counselling.
... Cancer Support Groups.