21 Jun 2016

Clinical Trials in Auckland, Waikato and Christchurch

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Do you have advanced triple negative breast cancer? Auckland, Waikato and Christchurch hospitals are all running clinical trials for Keytruda, a new type of cancer immunotherapy that’s had promising results in early stage trials. Click here to read about the early results, and if you’d like to take part in one of these trials, no matter where in the country you live, email Helen at NZBCF – [email protected] These trials … Read More
9 May 2016

Fill your car up with petrol and love: It’s Good in the Hood time again

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You’ve got the chance to be a superstar when you fill up at Z Stations around the country!  Spread the word… Z service stations around the country will be supporting four neighbourhood groups each and we’re lucky enough to be one of the chosen groups in 14 stations. Where can you vote for us? Z Ti Rakau Drive – Auckland Z Wilmot Motors—Warkworth Z Kamo – Whangarei Z Kepa Road—Auckland … Read More
12 Apr 2016

April News: Cushion Stars!

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Sheryl and Simon have recently delivered their first batch of heart cushions to Tracy, Support Coordinator, in Wellington. Sheryl says “We decided we wanted to help others as we understand how life can change dramatically in a heartbeat. Seven years ago Simon was involved in a car accident which left him with a brain injury.  Without the help and support of family, friends and therapists we wouldn’t be where we are … Read More
12 Apr 2016

April News: Journal Writing Workshop

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Ever wanted to write your own story but don’t know how?  Whangaparaoa Library (Pohutukawa Room), Saturday 16 April, 10am-3.30pm $15 fee includes a copy of Jane’s book, ‘Welcome to the Amazon Club’ This one day workshop will include: An introduction to journal writing How keeping a journal can help with everyday life Tips for daily writing Turning your journal writing into life story To register: Enrol online at www.janebissell.co.nz Email Jane at … Read More
12 Apr 2016

April Service Provider News

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Wellington:  We now have the services of The Beauty Room,5 Britannia Street, Petone. The lovely staff there are available for all kinds of beauty treatments. Freedom drivers are now available in: Hamilton—Stuart Aston 07 826 4189 Tauranga South—Gavin Bennett 07 575 6324 Rotorua—Robert Strickland –07 213 1961 Vouchers If you need help using your vouchers, please remember Support Coordinators are always available to help you through the process, either by … Read More
12 Apr 2016

April News: Member Story

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We love it when a member is able to use her vouchers to indulge herself. Like Adrienne… on one of her    regular visits to Wellington, she was able to stop and have a pampering day at the Woolshed in Pukerua Bay. She says, “Pamela and Verity have the best aromatherapy bath and massage and the rest at the retreat in lovely trees was healing, energising and very nurturing. The lunch and … Read More
21 Dec 2015

December: Mid Central news from Geraldine

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Hawkes Bay The sun shone brightly, warming the day to 26 degrees when we met at the beautiful Birdwood cafe in Havelock North for our last meeting of the year. Louise and Bruce Stobart, owners of the café, have built a gorgeous marquee out in the garden nestled in amongst some incredible sculptures that we enjoyed our morning within. The marquee is beautifully decorated with a current Christmas theme and … Read More
21 Dec 2015

December: Waikato News from Lyn

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Our last Hamilton meeting had a Christmas theme—Dianne Derbyshire taught us to make simple but very beautiful floral table centres that we can make again and look very ‘clever’ for Christmas. For longer lasting flowers, Dianne advised us to trim all the leaves off the stems which will be in water and to dunk the cut stems in boiling water for a few minutes before placing in a vase. Also … Read More
18 Dec 2015

December: Wellington and Christchurch News from Tracy

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Wellington News Our November meeting saw us preparing for Christmas. We were guided through making a beautiful Christmas tree card by Lynne Hawkes, a very talented creative lady. She calmly encouraged us and ensured we all went home with our own masterpiece. Thanks to our volunteers who took care of all the housekeeping details, food and drink, and to a young volunteer who photographed the day. Ladies from the Kapiti … Read More
18 Dec 2015

December: Auckland News from Steph and Sinda

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At the Epsom meeting there was some discussion about mindfulness, and we also practised a short exercise. On the Breast Cancer Network Australia website there were these suggestions too: Download the free Smiling Mind app for your smartphone or computer and try the mindfulness exercises. Search iTunes for free mindfulness podcasts, e.g. Zencast. YouTube has a wide selection of relaxation and mindfulness exercises. Check with your local council or community … Read More

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