Crohn's and Colitis NZ

Crohn's and Colitis NZ Making life more liveable for the Crohn’s and colitis community. We are a powerful, united voice that brings about positive change.

We provide a community where people affected by Crohn’s and colitis can find support and understanding. Crohn's and Colitis New Zealand is a charitable trust which aims to provide support, advice, resources and information about Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. The organisation was established by individuals affected by Crohn’s and colitis, and medical specialists active in the treatment of

these chronic diseases. Our Vision: Making life more liveable for the Crohn’s and colitis community. Our Mission: We provide a community where people affected by Crohn’s and colitis can find support and understanding.

18/08/2026

Our Good in the Hood video is live — and we’re thrilled to be one of the chosen charities at Z Kumeu and Z Massey North in Auckland.

When you stop in for fuel, coffee, or snacks, please vote for Crohn’s & Colitis NZ. Those little orange tokens help us keep delivering support, important educational seminars, resources, and events like Camp Purple Live, for people living with IBD.

Thanks for backing us and our mahi, Aiga Energy Ltd and Z Energy

🚜💜 Full Steam Ahead for a Great Cause! 💜🚜Timaru's Thomas Kyle is embarking on an incredible 400km journey aboard his fam...
17/08/2026

🚜💜 Full Steam Ahead for a Great Cause! 💜🚜

Timaru's Thomas Kyle is embarking on an incredible 400km journey aboard his family's 1910 Burrell traction engine, retracing the same trip his late father completed 40 years ago. The journey from Seadown to Aoraki/Mt Cook and back is not only a tribute to his father, but also a fundraiser for Crohn's & Colitis New Zealand.

Living with Crohn's disease has touched Thomas and people close to him, making this a cause that means a great deal to him. Every donation helps support New Zealanders living with Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis.

Please get behind Thomas and his crew as they undertake this unique and inspiring adventure!

💜 Donate here: https://givealittle.co.nz/fundraiser/mt-cook-run

📰 Read the story: https://www.thepress.co.nz/nz-news/361059370/full-steam-ahead-timaru-mans-400km-journey-raise-funds-charity

We're delighted to share the recording of our latest webinar, Food & IBD Across the Lifespan: Supporting Growth, Gut Hea...
16/08/2026

We're delighted to share the recording of our latest webinar, Food & IBD Across the Lifespan: Supporting Growth, Gut Health & Wellbeing.

Join highly respected Christchurch Hospital dietitians Dr Stephanie Brown and Dr Catherine Wall as they discuss the role of nutrition in supporting people living with Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis through every stage of life.

Packed with practical tips and evidence-based insights for patients, parents, caregivers and whānau, this is a session not to be missed.

We also extend our sincere apologies to those who tried to attend the live webinar but were unable to access the session. We understand this was disappointing and are currently investigating the issue so we can improve the experience and help prevent similar problems at future events.

🎥 Watch the recording here: https://youtu.be/4u7tYZ2tEdQ

We hope you find the webinar informative and helpful, and we'd love to hear your feedback in the comments below.

Please note: tomorrow's meeting for the Hawke's Bay Crohns & Colitis Support Group has been cancelled!
13/08/2026

Please note: tomorrow's meeting for the Hawke's Bay Crohns & Colitis Support Group has been cancelled!

📢 Our webinar is underway!We've had a few people experiencing issues accessing the Teams link, so we're sharing it here:...
13/08/2026

📢 Our webinar is underway!

We've had a few people experiencing issues accessing the Teams link, so we're sharing it here:

Join the webinar:
https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/45107067341905

Meeting ID: 451 070 673 419 05
Passcode: 5V3Ej2q8

Don't worry if you've been unable to join us tonight. The webinar is being recorded and will be available to watch later on our YouTube channel.

We appreciate your patience and hope to see you online soon! 😊

⏰ Just two days to go!Have you registered for our upcoming online session on nutrition and IBD?On Thursday 13 August at ...
11/08/2026

⏰ Just two days to go!

Have you registered for our upcoming online session on nutrition and IBD?

On Thursday 13 August at 7pm, NZ dietitians Dr Catherine Wall and Dr Stephanie Brown will share practical insights on supporting nutrition through every stage of life with IBD.

This session is ideal for people living with IBD, parents, caregivers and whānau looking for reliable, practical advice.

🔗 Learn more and register: https://www.facebook.com/share/1DPP5td2jP/

Are you starting or switching biologic treatment for inflammatory bowel disease?Researchers at the University of Aucklan...
11/08/2026

Are you starting or switching biologic treatment for inflammatory bowel disease?

Researchers at the University of Auckland are looking for adults aged 18–65 with an inflammatory bowel disorder who have recently started, are about to start, or are switching to a biologic medication.

The study involves watching a brief educational video and completing questionnaires about your thoughts and experiences relating to biologic treatment.

Koha includes a $50 Woolworths gift voucher to thank you for your participation.

Please see the attached flyer for further information and details about how to express your interest.

Please contact Emma McHowell (Student Researcher), for more information: [email protected]

https://auckland.au1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0JnSDpJLKFqJOjI

🚜 Support The Mt Cook Run for CCNZ! 💜We're incredibly grateful to The Mt Cook Run crew, who have chosen to support Crohn...
06/08/2026

🚜 Support The Mt Cook Run for CCNZ! 💜

We're incredibly grateful to The Mt Cook Run crew, who have chosen to support Crohn's & Colitis New Zealand during their special anniversary journey to Aoraki/Mt Cook. Forty years after a historic 400 km round trip from Timaru aboard a 1910 Burrell Traction Engine, the team is retracing the route and raising funds for people affected by Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis.

As the fundraiser organiser shares, Crohn's disease has impacted both themselves and people close to them, making CCNZ a cause that's particularly meaningful to support.

Every donation helps us continue providing support, resources, education, and advocacy for New Zealanders living with inflammatory bowel disease.

👉 Donate here: https://givealittle.co.nz/fundraiser/mt-cook-run

Thank you to The Mt Cook Run crew and everyone who gets behind this fantastic initiative. Safe travels and enjoy the adventure! 🚜🏔️💜

A huge thank you to everyone who attended our World IBD Day event at Parliament last week. The evening brought together ...
03/08/2026

A huge thank you to everyone who attended our World IBD Day event at Parliament last week. The evening brought together patients, healthcare professionals, advocates and decision-makers to discuss the realities of living with Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis in New Zealand.

We have received fantastic feedback and were pleased to highlight important issues affecting our IBD community, including access to gastroenterology services, workforce shortages in regional centres, the critical role of IBD nurses, and the ongoing need for funded medications and vaccinations.

Through patient scenarios, many attendees were surprised to learn that some areas still have no local gastroenterologist or IBD nurse, requiring patients to travel hours for specialist care. Attendees were equally surprised by the gaps in eligibility for funded shingles vaccination, leaving some at-risk patients without access to protection. These conversations highlighted why our advocacy work remains so important and why for everyone living with IBD. 💜

A special thank you to Alistair Chenery for generously donating his time and talent to photograph the event free of charge. We are incredibly grateful for your support and for capturing the evening so beautifully.

📸 Alistair Chenery Photography
📧 [email protected]
📞 021 360 212
📘 Facebook: AlistairCheneryPhotography
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Special thanks also to Takeda New Zealand for their support in helping make this event possible💜

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