Current & Recent News

Date:Saturday Sep 4, 2010

Title:Grocery Industry Champions for Melanoma

Abstract:On Friday September 3rd the Grocery Charity Ball saw enormous support for the Melanoma Foundation. 670 people descended on the Langham Hotel for the Ball. The evening was a glittering occasion, but there was a sense of real purpose behind the glam.

Date:Thursday Sep 2, 2010

Title:Music for melanoma: 4 for a Cause

Abstract:Four of the Melanoma Foundation’s trustees are in bands, so they've decided to hold two gigs with the aim of raising $10,000. Expect an unforgettable night of great music, friendship and lots of fun. There are two gigs to choose from:

Date:Sunday Aug 8, 2010

Title:'Scar: a mark of hope' exhibition heading for the Waikato

Abstract:People living in Te Awamutu and Hamilton will be able to see Scar: a mark of hope in the week beginning October 4th. This beautiful and inspiring exhibition features photos and words of a range of New Zealanders diagnosed with melanoma.

Date:Monday Jul 19, 2010

Title:Sonia's Gift - shaving her head to raise funds for melanoma

Abstract:Sonia Wansbrough has raised a handsome amount of funds for the Melanoma Foundation by sacrificing her beautiful long hair. Sonia set up her own  Fundraise Online web page through this website. She then set about inviting her friends and colleagues to support her efforts and the Melanoma Foundation.

Date:Saturday Jun 19, 2010

Title:Boost for melanoma research in NZ

Abstract:Melanoma research in New Zealand has been given a boost with the announcement of $4. 5 million funding from the Health Research Council of New Zealand.

Date:Wednesday Jun 9, 2010

Title:Cancer Society publishes revised 'Melanoma Tonapuku' booklet

Abstract:The Cancer Society of New Zealand has published a new and revised version of their booklet about melanoma. Part of the 'Understanding Cancer' series, the booklet is entitled Melanoma Tonapuku: A guide for people with melanoma.

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