News & Events

Cycle for Heart Kids Cambodia 2019

Imagine cycling dusty roads within the Mekong Delta, open to the exquisite scenery of Cambodia, the jewel of Southeast Asia. With every kilometre you cover, you will be raising money to help families manage the day to day challenges that come with having a heart child.

BDO Lake Taupo Cycle Challenge 2018

The legendary BDO Lake Taupo Cycle Challenge is taking place on Saturday 24 November 2018 and Heart Kids would love for you to join our cycle team

Yundi - A touch of Chopin with the APO

Internationally acclaimed chinese pianist Yundi Li will head to New Zealand for his first-ever concert tour in this October 2018, performing alongside the Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra.

Neon Night Walk - Wellington

This is your chance to have fun, get fit, challenge yourself and dress up in Neon to get into the Halloween spirit. All whilst raising money for Heart Kids

The Chinese National Acrobatic Troupe

“Touch—Adventure Tour 2018”, is the latest offering from the acclaimed Chinese Acrobatics Troupe and tells the story of a young boy's wonderful experience. Throughout the day and night, this innocent boy experiences extraordinary people and events such as adventure, beauty, trust, materialism, death, hope, and love during their journey through a park. This story tells the tale of his experiences as he grows and matures through a variety of life experiences.

Jetts Treadathon

Jetts annual treadathon supporting Heart Kids takes place on Monday 27 August

HEART STOPPER LAUNCH WITH BIG STARS

A record $45,000 is raised at the Auckland Central Heart Stopper event, launching the 360Heart Stopper season.

Wraps For Good

Wraps For Good supporting Heart Kids this August

Jetts Annual Treadathon event

Head to your local Jetts gym to support their annual "Treadathon" fundraiser for Heart Kids

360 Heart Stopper Challenge Auckland

The 360 Heart Stopper challenge is back! This year's Central Auckland event will be held on Thursday August 9th at La Cigale cafe in Parnell.

Parker Takes the Plunge

Boxer Joseph Parker is headlining the launch of our Heart Stopper campaign in Auckland.

Patron Teen Scholarships now open

Three $1,500 scholarships are available to young adult Heart Kids members between the ages of 17 and 20.

Sensational Supercheap

Supercheap campaign a super success!

Awesome Foursome Return Home

Amazing adventurers return home after marathon effort

Awareness Week a Huge Success

Heart Kids Awareness Week is over for another year and it's been a huge success.

Action Needed on Rheumatic Fever

Heart Kids CEO Rob Lutter says more needs to be done about Rheumatic Fever.

THEY DID IT!

Emotions run high as adventurers complete the incredible Tenzing Hillary Everest Marathon!

ADVENTURERS ON THEIR WAY TO EVEREST

Adventurers take off to tackle Tenzing Everest marathon and raise $250k for Heart Kids

Livvy Meets Her Musical Hero

It was a dream come true for young heart adult Livvy, when she got to meet her musical hero.

Colin's Mighty Marathon Challenge

Colin Chapman swaps the boardroom for a backpack to take on the mighty Tenzing Everest marathon.

LITTLE HEART DAY

Huge support around the country for Little Heart Day.

Kiwi open-heart surgery patients at small risk of infection

Ministry of Health Lack of Action Disappoints Heart Kids NZ

A Mother's Tale

Jo Maheno reflects on her first Heart Kids Camp with daughter Arielle.

Maddie Makes an Impact

Heart kiddie Maddison Blitvich shares her special story

Wearing Red for Harley on Little Heart Day

Born fighter Harley, is our poster child for Little Heart Day on February 14th.

Happy Campers

Camp Bravehearts & Camp Teenbeat are over for another year.

Medical Pioneer's Legacy Lives On

Prof Francis Fontan pioneered life-giving surgery that transformed the lives of so many people.

Helping Others

Jessie Gordon knows what it is like to spend a lot of time in hospital. It is one of the main reasons she chose to become a nurse in her adult life.