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Medical Pioneer's Legacy Lives On
Prof Francis Fontan pioneered life-giving surgery that transformed the lives of so many people.
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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.
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Kiwi open-heart surgery patients at small risk of infection
Ministry of Health Lack of Action Disappoints Heart Kids NZ
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Colin's Mighty Marathon Challenge
Colin Chapman swaps the boardroom for a backpack to take on the mighty Tenzing Everest marathon.
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15
Mar
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.
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16
Feb
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.
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ADVENTURERS ON THEIR WAY TO EVEREST
Adventurers take off to tackle Tenzing Everest marathon and raise $250k for Heart Kids
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THEY DID IT!
Emotions run high as adventurers complete the incredible Tenzing Hillary Everest Marathon!
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Awareness Week a Huge Success
Heart Kids Awareness Week is over for another year and it's been a huge success.
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Action Needed on Rheumatic Fever
Heart Kids CEO Rob Lutter says more needs to be done about Rheumatic Fever.
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Parker Takes the Plunge
Boxer Joseph Parker is headlining the launch of our Heart Stopper campaign in Auckland.
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29
Sep
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.
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Jetts Annual Treadathon event
Head to your local Jetts gym to support their annual "Treadathon" fundraiser for Heart Kids
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HEART STOPPER LAUNCH WITH BIG STARS
A record $45,000 is raised at the Auckland Central Heart Stopper event, launching the 360Heart Stopper season.
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Roche - CoaguChek Machine INR strips Alert
Heart Kids have been informed of an issue with some CoaguChek Machine INR Testing Strips.
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Hearts 4 Kids Helping hearts Across the Pacific
Dr Kirsten Finucane leads another successful medical mission to Fiji.
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Cycle Challenge Ambassador 2018
11 year old Ethan Hayes takes on the Lake Taupo Cycle Challenge for the 5th time.
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New App May help identify RHD
A new app that helps detect skin cancer could also help detect scabies.
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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.
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Lake Taupo Cycle Challenge 2018
Despite the weather, the crowds turned out for the 2018 BDO Lake Taupo Cycle Challenge.
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Super awesome effort from Supercheap Auto.
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14
Feb
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.
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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.
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Kids Day Out Variety Shows
Kids Day Out Variety Shows are coming to a town near you this summer in support of Heart Kids
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28
Mar
03
Mar
Ports of Auckland Round the Bays 2019
Join the Heart Kids running team this March at the Ports of Auckland Round the Bays 2019!
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17
Feb
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.
18
Feb
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.
19
Feb
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.
20
Feb
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.
21
Feb
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.
22
Feb
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.
23
Feb
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.
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