Ovarian Cancer Foundation NZ

Ovarian Cancer Foundation NZ We’re dedicated to transforming the ovarian cancer space in New Zealand.

Pharmac is looking for people with lived experience to join its new Community and Patient Advisory Committee (CPAC).Live...
02/10/2026

Pharmac is looking for people with lived experience to join its new Community and Patient Advisory Committee (CPAC).

Lived experience voices are essential when decisions are being made about access to medicines.

For people in our ovarian cancer community, this could be an opportunity to consider whether you would like to share your experience of ovarian cancer and help inform conversations about health needs, access to medicines and equity.

CPAC members will provide advice to Pharmac on consumer and patient perspectives and contribute to discussions relevant to Pharmac’s work.
Applications are open until 7 October 2026.

Find out more about the role, read the information sheet and apply here:
https://careers.pharmac.govt.nz/jobdetails/ajid/rDnp7/Community-and-Patient-Advisory-Committee-CPAC-members-and-Chair,17143.html

30/09/2026

It’s here: Frocktober 2026 kicks off today! 👗💛

This October, we’re frocking up to raise vital funds for ovarian cancer research in Aotearoa. Together, we can support vital research and work towards better outcomes for women with ovarian cancer.

Whether you’re rocking one frock, thirty-one frocks, or cheering from the sidelines, every effort makes a difference. 💪

👉 Ready to join the movement? Frock up, donate, and spread the word.

You can still register: https://www.frocktober.org.nz/

Let’s make this Frocktober one to remember!

Frocktober kicks off tomorrow and we’d love to see it start in style! Here are our Top 5 Tips & Tricks to help you hit ...
30/09/2026

Frocktober kicks off tomorrow and we’d love to see it start in style! Here are our Top 5 Tips & Tricks to help you hit your goals (and have fun while doing it!) 👗💛

1️⃣ Start with your 3 closest supporters
Your cheer squad = your closest friends & family. Ask them to kickstart your fundraising. Momentum makes all the difference!

2️⃣ Share your ‘Why’
Tell people why you’re frocking up this October. A personal story (or your passion for ovarian cancer research) inspires others to get behind you. 💌

3️⃣ Make it fun
Host a morning tea, frock-up Friday at work, or a frock-swap. When fundraising feels fun, everyone wants in! 🎉

4️⃣ Go social
Post your frocks, tag your friends, and keep your fundraising link in your bio. Every post = another chance to raise funds for vital research. 📲

5️⃣ Say thanks loudly
Thank every donor—on socials, in a text, even with a frock-selfie! Gratitude keeps the good vibes (and donations) flowing. 🙌

Every donation brings us closer to better outcomes for women with ovarian cancer. Ready to frock up and fundraise? Let’s frocking do it!

https://www.frocktober.org.nz/

We’re delighted to have MAS - Medical Assurance Society joining us as an Impact Partner for the Ovarian Cancer Foundatio...
29/09/2026

We’re delighted to have MAS - Medical Assurance Society joining us as an Impact Partner for the Ovarian Cancer Foundation New Zealand Long Lunch

MAS is proud to support the Ovarian Cancer Foundation New Zealand as a sponsor of the Long Lunch.

As a New Zealand-owned mutual, MAS is committed to inspiring a healthier New Zealand by supporting the wellbeing of its Members, communities and future generations.

Our work to raise awareness of ovarian cancer, advocate for better outcomes, fund research and provide support to those affected by the disease aligns closely with MAS’s commitment to improving health and wellbeing across Aotearoa.

We’re incredibly grateful to MAS for standing alongside us and helping make this special event possible.

We’d love to see you there too! Join us for the Ovarian Cancer Foundation New Zealand Long Lunch on Friday 16 October at JW Marriott Auckland, and help us create better outcomes for women affected by ovarian cancer.

Secure your tickets or table: ovariancancerfoundation.org.nz/long-lunch

Congratulations to our Karen Walker sunglasses winner, Nicky Dupree! 🕶️💛Nicky is a returning Frocktober fundraiser, join...
28/09/2026

Congratulations to our Karen Walker sunglasses winner, Nicky Dupree! 🕶️💛
Nicky is a returning Frocktober fundraiser, joining us again this year with her fellow Hamilton Women’s Social Cycling members. As an early registrant, Nicky went into the draw to win a pair of Karen Walker sunglasses, and we’re thrilled to announce she’s our lucky winner!

Nicky says: “I'm an enthusiastic member of Hamilton Women's Social Cycling getting out and about on our bikes between 2 to 4 times a week. We supported Frocktober last year and I was surprised by how many of our group have had friends or family affected by ovarian cancer. We want to support those undergoing treatment and in remission, and to spread the word in a fun way.”

We love having you back for another Frocktober, Nicky! 💛

Frocktober starts this Thursday! There’s still time to join Nicky and hundreds of others, frock up, have some fun and raise vital funds for ovarian cancer research.

👉 Register now: https://www.frocktober.org.nz/

Have you been experiencing financial pressure? You are not alone, and you don’t have to face it alone!MoneyTalks is a fr...
24/09/2026

Have you been experiencing financial pressure? You are not alone, and you don’t have to face it alone!

MoneyTalks is a free service provided by the Ministry of Social Development. MoneyTalks offers support from trained financial mentors who can help with money matters and financial stress. They can also connect you with one of more than 180 financial mentoring services around the motu for ongoing support or advocacy.

We often hear from our community that financial pressures can add another layer of stress following a diagnosis. From managing expenses to navigating changes in income, knowing where to turn for support can make a real difference.

As part of our commitment to supporting women beyond their diagnosis, we’re pleased to be working alongside the MoneyTalks team to make this support more accessible to our community.

For more information: https://fincap.org.nz/moneytalks

Yesterday, alongside 16 other charities, we presented an open letter to Parliament.This letter was signed by over 10,000...
23/09/2026

Yesterday, alongside 16 other charities, we presented an open letter to Parliament.

This letter was signed by over 10,000 Kiwis and calls for urgent action to improve access to medicines in Aotearoa.

For people living with ovarian cancer, access to medicines can mean more treatment options and more time.

Yet too many New Zealanders are left waiting for medicines that are already available to patients in other countries.

Our trustee Kristeen Johnston attended Parliament to present the letter, she shared that the event was incredibly moving and that she feels great hope that this powerful campaign will lead to real change

Thank you to everyone who signed the letter and added their voice. We’ll keep advocating for better access to medicines for people with ovarian cancer.

Shown: Forbidden Pharmacy patient advocate Amanda

Our 2026 Annual Report is here. 💙The past year has been a big one for OCFNZ, with more research, stronger support, and l...
17/09/2026

Our 2026 Annual Report is here. 💙

The past year has been a big one for OCFNZ, with more research, stronger support, and lived experience at the heart of our work.

We invested more than $150,000 in ovarian cancer research, launched our State of Ovarian Cancer in Aotearoa report at Parliament, and established two lived experience advisory committees to ensure the voices of women and whānau continue to shape what we do.

And we’re already seeing the impact.

The State of Ovarian Cancer report is helping drive our advocacy conversations with decision-makers, while our lived experience committees are helping shape our priorities as we move into 2027.

From donating and fundraising to volunteering, supporting others or helping spread the word, thank you for being part of it.

Take a look at the 2025–2026 Annual Report: https://ovariancancerfoundation.org.nz/news/2026-annual-report-a-year-of-progress/

LAST CHANCE to win Karen Walker sunglasses! 🕶️✨We’re counting down to the final day to get in the draw for our Frocktobe...
11/09/2026

LAST CHANCE to win Karen Walker sunglasses! 🕶️✨

We’re counting down to the final day to get in the draw for our Frocktober Early Bird Prize!

Register for Frocktober by 12 September - tomorrow - and you could be rocking a stunning pair of Karen Walker Number Wonder sunglasses in Black Gold, worth $280! 😎

Thanks to our Good Friend of Frocktober, Karen Walker, one lucky early bird will be starting Frocktober in serious style. 👗🕶️

Don’t miss out, 12 September is your last chance to go in the draw!
👉 Sign up now: https://frocktober.org.nz/

Congratulations to University of Otago PhD candidate Katie Walker, who recently visited The Westmead Institute for Medic...
10/09/2026

Congratulations to University of Otago PhD candidate Katie Walker, who recently visited The Westmead Institute for Medical Research in Sydney, working alongside world-renowned ovarian cancer researcher Professor Anna DeFazio and her team. 💙

Katie’s research focuses on understanding the role of the gene LHX9 in epithelial ovarian cancer. Her time at Westmead gave her the opportunity to build her research skills and connect with researchers working at the forefront of ovarian cancer research.

Katie was able to take up this opportunity thanks to an OCFNZ Travel Grant, made possible by the support of our community. Thank you to everyone who supports OCFNZ and helps us invest in the next generation of ovarian cancer researchers. Your support helps researchers like Katie build knowledge and connections to bring back to New Zealand and can contribute to better outcomes for people affected by ovarian cancer.

Well done, Katie! 👏

Read more: https://ovariancancerfoundation.org.nz/news/ocfnz-travel-grant-katie-walker-visits-the-westmead-institute-for-medical-research/

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