News & Events

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.

Maddie Makes an Impact

Heart kiddie Maddison Blitvich shares her special story

A Mother's Tale

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

Kiwi open-heart surgery patients at small risk of infection

Ministry of Health Lack of Action Disappoints Heart Kids NZ

LITTLE HEART DAY

Huge support around the country for Little Heart Day.

Board Nominations Required

We are currently looking for two new board members to join the Heart Kids NZ board.

Colin's Mighty Marathon Challenge

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

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.

Kids Day Out Variety Show - Christchurch

The Kids Day Out Variety Show Christchurch will be held at 2pm at Papanui High School,30 Langdons Road, Christchurch A great entertainment show for children and families that have health or social circumstances that would normally prevent them from being able to attend a live stage show. All money raised goes to 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.

ADVENTURERS ON THEIR WAY TO EVEREST

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

THEY DID IT!

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

Awareness Week a Huge Success

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

Awesome Foursome Return Home

Amazing adventurers return home after marathon effort

Action Needed on Rheumatic Fever

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

Sensational Supercheap

Supercheap campaign a super success!

Parker Takes the Plunge

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

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 Annual Treadathon event

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

HEART STOPPER LAUNCH WITH BIG STARS

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

Roche - CoaguChek Machine INR strips Alert

Heart Kids have been informed of an issue with some CoaguChek Machine INR Testing Strips.

Fontan Registry 2018

Research confirms that good fitness leads to good health.

Hearts 4 Kids Helping hearts Across the Pacific

Dr Kirsten Finucane leads another successful medical mission to Fiji.

Cycle Challenge Ambassador 2018

11 year old Ethan Hayes takes on the Lake Taupo Cycle Challenge for the 5th time.

New App May help identify RHD

A new app that helps detect skin cancer could also help detect scabies.

Family Support Workers Gather in Auckland

Heart Kids Family Support Workers from around the country gathered in Auckland for two days of training and networking.

Lake Taupo Cycle Challenge 2018

Despite the weather, the crowds turned out for the 2018 BDO Lake Taupo Cycle Challenge.

Super awesome effort from Supercheap Auto.

Little Heart Day 2019

Little Heart Day is back for 2019! Show the love in a different way this Valentines Day by holding a Little Heart Day and raising funds kids with broken hearts.

Heart Kids Welcomes New CEO

Kate Figgins appointed Heart Kids CEO.

Heart Kids Camp 2019 Underway

Heart kids from around NZ arrive in Auckland for Camp Braveheart and Teen beat! a week of fun and friendship.

Kids Day Out Variety Shows

Kids Day Out Variety Shows are coming to a town near you this summer in support of Heart Kids

Heart Kids Charity Golf Day Auckland

Tee off for a good cause this March!

Ports of Auckland Round the Bays 2019

Join the Heart Kids running team this March at the Ports of Auckland Round the Bays 2019!

Kids Day Out Variety Show - Timaru / Ashburton

The Kids Day Out Variety Show Timaru / Ashburton will be held at 2pm at Roncalli College, 19 Wellington Street, Timaru. A great entertainment show for children and families that have health or social circumstances that would normally prevent them from being able to attend a live stage show. All money raised goes to Heart Kids.

Kids Day Out Variety Show - Dunedin

The Kids Day Out Variety Show Dunedin will be held at 6pm at Otago Boys High School, 2 Arthur Street, Dunedin. A great entertainment show for children and families that have health or social circumstances that would normally prevent them from being able to attend a live stage show. All money raised goes to Heart Kids.

Kids Day Out Variety Show - Invercargill

The Kids Day Out Variety Show Invercargill will be held at 6pm at Southland Boys High School, 181 Herbert Street, Christchurch A great entertainment show for children and families that have health or social circumstances that would normally prevent them from being able to attend a live stage show. All money raised goes to Heart Kids.

Kids Day Out Variety Show - Queenstown

The Kids Day Out Variety Show Queenstown will be held at 6pm at Queenstown Memorial Centre, 1 Memorial Street, Queenstown. A great entertainment show for children and families that have health or social circumstances that would normally prevent them from being able to attend a live stage show. All money raised goes to Heart Kids.

Kids Day Out Variety Show - West Coast

The Kids Day Out Variety Show West Coast will be held at 6pm at Regent Theatre, Cnr Herbert and Mackay Streets, Greymouth. A great entertainment show for children and families that have health or social circumstances that would normally prevent them from being able to attend a live stage show. All money raised goes to Heart Kids.

Kids Day Out Variety Show - Nelson

The Kids Day Out Variety Show Nelson will be held at 6pm at Nelson College, 67 Waimea Road, Nelson. A great entertainment show for children and families that have health or social circumstances that would normally prevent them from being able to attend a live stage show. All money raised goes to Heart Kids.

Kids Day Out Variety Show - Blenheim

The Kids Day Out Variety Show Blenheim will be held at 2pm at Marlborough Boys College, 5 Stephenson Street, Blenheim. A great entertainment show for children and families that have health or social circumstances that would normally prevent them from being able to attend a live stage show. All money raised goes to Heart Kids.

Showing Love In A Different Way

The Breakers Basketball team show their love in a different way on Valentine's Day, support Little Heart Day.

Helping Hearts Around the Bays

Large crowds take part in the annual Round the Bays run along Auckland's waterfront.

Emirates Team NZ swap sails for golf clubs

Members of Emirates Team New Zealand will be swapping the water for the lush greens of Waitemata Golf Course.

When Pain Can Be A Good Thing

A special promotion is underway when you buy Maxigesic.

Board Nominations Required

We are currently looking for three new board members to join the Heart Kids NZ board.

They Are Us

An official book of condolences has been opened for the victims of the Christchurch attacks with the words "they are us".

Kids Day Out North Shore / Henderson

The Kids Day Out Variety Show North Shore will be held at 2pm at Birkenhead College, 140 Birkdale Road, Auckland. A great entertainment show for children and families that have health or social circumstances that would normally prevent them from being able to attend a live stage show. All money raised goes to Heart Kids.

The Kids Day out Variety Show - Whakatane

The Kids Day Out Variety Show Whakatane will be held at 2pm at Whakatane War Memorial Hall, Whakatane. A great entertainment show for children and families that have health or social circumstances that would normally prevent them from being able to attend a live stage show. All money raised goes to Heart Kids.

The Kids Day Out Variety Show - Gisborne

The Kids Day Out Variety Show Gisborne will be held at 6pm at Gisborne Girls High School, Gladstone Road, Gisborne. A great entertainment show for children and families that have health or social circumstances that would normally prevent them from being able to attend a live stage show. All money raised goes to Heart Kids.

Kids Day Out Variety Show - Hawkes Bay

The Kids Day Out Variety Show Hawkes Bay will be held at 6pm at MTG Century Theatre, 1 Tennyson Street, Napier. A great entertainment show for children and families that have health or social circumstances that would normally prevent them from being able to attend a live stage show. All money raised goes to Heart Kids.

The Kids Day out Variety Show - Wellington

The Kids Day Out Variety Show Wellington will be held at 6pm at Sacred Heart College Performing Arts Centre, 65 Laings Road, Lower Hutt. A great entertainment show for children and families that have health or social circumstances that would normally prevent them from being able to attend a live stage show. All money raised goes to Heart Kids.

The Kids Day Out Variety Show - Masterton

The Kids Day Out Variety Show Masterton will be held at 6pm at Wairarapa College, Pownell Street, Masterton. A great entertainment show for children and families that have health or social circumstances that would normally prevent them from being able to attend a live stage show. All money raised goes to Heart Kids.

The Kids Day Out Variety Show - Palmerston North

The Kids Day Out Variety Show Palmerston North will be held at 6pm at Queen Elizabeth College, Rangitikei Street, Palmerston North. A great entertainment show for children and families that have health or social circumstances that would normally prevent them from being able to attend a live stage show. All money raised goes to Heart Kids.

The Kids Day Out Variety Show - New Plymouth

The Kids Day Out Variety Show New Plymouth will be held at 2pm at New Plymouth Girls High School, 60 Northgate, New Plymouth. A great entertainment show for children and families that have health or social circumstances that would normally prevent them from being able to attend a live stage show. All money raised goes to Heart Kids.

The Kids Day Out Variety Show - Wanganui

The Kids Day Out Variety Show Wanganui will be held at 2pm at Wanganui City College, 84 Ingestar Street, Wanganui. A great entertainment show for children and families that have health or social circumstances that would normally prevent them from being able to attend a live stage show. All money raised goes to Heart Kids.

The Kids Day Out Variety Show - Taupo

The Kids Day Out Variety Show Taupo will be held at 6pm at The Great Lakes Centre, Story Place, Taupo. A great entertainment show for children and families that have health or social circumstances that would normally prevent them from being able to attend a live stage show. All money raised goes to Heart Kids.

The Kids Day Out Variety Show - Tauranga

The Kids Day Out Variety Show Tauranga will be held at 2pm at Bethlehem College, Elders Lane, Moffat Road, Tauranga. A great entertainment show for children and families that have health or social circumstances that would normally prevent them from being able to attend a live stage show. All money raised goes to Heart Kids.

The Kids Day Out Variety Show - Rotorua / Tokoroa

The Kids Day Out Variety Show Rotorua will be held at 2pm at Rotorua Girls High School Performing Arts Centre, 251 Old Taupo Road, Taupo. A great entertainment show for children and families that have health or social circumstances that would normally prevent them from being able to attend a live stage show. All money raised goes to Heart Kids.

The Kids Day Out Variety Show - Hamilton

The Kids Day Out Variety Show Hamilton will be held at 6pm at Fairfield College, Bankwood Road, Hamilton. A great entertainment show for children and families that have health or social circumstances that would normally prevent them from being able to attend a live stage show. All money raised goes to Heart Kids.

The Kids Day Out Variety Show - Thames

The Kids Day Out Variety Show Thames will be held at 6pm at Thames High School, Sealey Street, Thames. A great entertainment show for children and families that have health or social circumstances that would normally prevent them from being able to attend a live stage show. All money raised goes to Heart Kids.

The Kids Day Out Variety Show - Whangarei

The Kids Day Out Variety Show Whangarei will be held at 2pm at Marlborough Boys College, 5 Stephenson Street, Blenheim. A great entertainment show for children and families that have health or social circumstances that would normally prevent them from being able to attend a live stage show. All money raised goes to Heart Kids.

The Kids Day Out Variety Show - Kerikeri

The Kids Day Out Variety Show Kerikeri will be held at 6pm at Kerikeri High School, Hone Heke Road, Kerikeri. A great entertainment show for children and families that have health or social circumstances that would normally prevent them from being able to attend a live stage show. All money raised goes to Heart Kids.

The Kids Day Out Variety Show - South Auckland

The Kids Day Out Variety Show South Auckland will be held at 6pm at James Cook High School, 18 Dr Pickering Avenue, Manurewa. A great entertainment show for children and families that have health or social circumstances that would normally prevent them from being able to attend a live stage show. All money raised goes to Heart Kids.