Cancer Society Gisborne East Coast

05/12/2025

Many of you know and will have seen our sunscreen poles out and about at community events, and while we loved having them available- the long steel pole was not practical for transporting around, especially in smaller vehicles. Johnny and the team at Red Stag Engineering came to the rescue and have redesigned them so that they now just slot together and are easily transported but still very useable. Thanks so much Johnny!
If you have a community event coming up, you may be eligible to use our sunscreen loan poles-please reach out to [email protected] for the application form. Lets stay SunSmart this summer and slip, slop, slap and wrap!

04/12/2025

It’s International Volunteer Day – and we’re shining a light on our heroes behind the wheel!

We have nominated our Cancer Society Volunteer Drivers for this year’s Minister of Health Volunteer Awards. Across Aotearoa, New Zealand, our volunteer drivers play an essential role in ensuring people affected by cancer can access life-saving treatment. In the past year, our 957 volunteer drivers covered more than 1 million kilometres providing free, safe, and compassionate transport to and from treatment. That’s equivalent to 27 trips around Earth!

Cancer Society Chief Executive Nicola Coom says, “their contribution goes far beyond logistics”.

“These volunteers offer a warm smile, a listening ear, and a sense of dignity and care during what is often one of the most difficult times in a person’s life. Many clients describe this service as a lifeline, and it is a testament to the generosity and humanity of our volunteer drivers.”

Join us in thanking these incredible volunteers!

04/12/2025

Its been a week of festivities and celebration around here!
On Monday we presented our Volunteer Service Awards in recognition of those who have continuously dedicated their time to us, across many years. This group pictured below (plus a few people that couldn't make it) have collectively volunteered in excess of 150 years!!!

Then on Wednesday afternoon, we had the pleasure of our regular volunteers joining us for coffee, cake and quiz games, our way of saying 'thanks' for turning up every week for their role.

Whether you've done a few hours here and there, join us weekly for a role or have spent years supporting us- THANK YOU. When we say "we simply could not do what we do without our volunteers" we really do mean it!!

30/11/2025

GET REGISTERED & SAVE THE DATE!!!

Saturday 14th and Sunday 15th March 2026 has us bringing back our incredible RELAY FOR LIFE!!! Registrations are now open, so put the dates in your diary, round up the crew, and get registered now at https://gisborne.relayforlife.org.nz/

Campsite allocations open mid Jan and run in order of signup so get yourself in line by registering today. Any questions- send Shay a pm or text her on 022 471 8778.

26/11/2025

You've walked the track, you love the event- now here's your chance to take your skills and knowledge to the next level and experience Relay for Life in a whole new way! We have a few positions available on our planning committee for the 2026 season.
Send us a private message, or phone/text Shay for more details 022 471 8778

19/11/2025

Looking for something fun to watch with the whole whanau? Check out the final rounds of the Charity Basketball Event- held at the YMCA Gisborne Inc this Saturday 22nd from 8.30am. All welcome to attend, please contact Rose on the details below with any questions.
All the best to those teams in the competition!

Looking for something to do this Saturday and Next? Head down to the YMCA and cheer on the Charity Basketball Comp happening. First game from 8.30am with teams progressing to the finals held on the 22nd Nov. Fun for the whole family-Contact Rose on the number below for any questions.

18/11/2025

Round up the crew, and get your best bid in for this one! 2 nights for 8 guests at the beautiful Waihau Bay. Easy weekend away, not too far to travel and stunning location. Who wants to take this one home?!

18/11/2025

We have an collection of people having a crack at Marathon in a Month- are you one of them?! Just 1.2km a day will see you tick off a full marathon.
Feeling like you've left it a bit late to start??? Na! Register today and get moving- 3.5km for the last 12 days will also get you there. Truthfully though- the goal is about adding regular and sustainable movement to your daily lifestyle. So get in there and give it a crack!
https://marathoninamonth.org.nz/

16/11/2025

UPDATE: CLOSED!!!!

THANKYOU EVERYONE- WE WILL BE CONTACTING OUR WINNING BIDS IN THE MORNING.

Our generous community has come together to donate a range of items for our Christmas House Auctions. Please have a good look through each of the ten auction listings and make your bid on the corresponding photo attached. We do have these out by email also so will update bid offers each day. These will close this Thursday 20th Nov and winning bidder contacted on Friday 21st with payment due by Thursday 27th November.

Lets go Gizzy- show us your best offers!!

15/11/2025

An incredible afternoon spent at The Cancer Society Christmas House, proudly presented by Kerry Low | Bayleys Real Estate Gisborne .

Beyond grateful for the effort that so many people put into this one. There's a long list of people that need to be thanked- a true reflection of our generous and giving community.

Please keep an eye out this week for the update on our ten auction hampers, get ready to bid- there's a collection of wonderful items up for grabs.

For now, if you were lucky enough to secure a ticket and see this all in person...what was your favorite bit?

15/11/2025

Our first guests have been through, with another 150 people still waiting their turn. The weather seems to be behaving, the home looks glorious and so far the feedback has been incredible. Thanks so much to everyone involved, a mammoth task but what a great way to kick off the festive season.