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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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

Jetts Annual Treadathon event

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

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.

HEART STOPPER LAUNCH WITH BIG STARS

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

Auckland Marathon 2018

Enjoy running? Think it is time to take on the Challenge of a Marathon?.......why not run and do good at the same time by joining the Heart Kids Running Team

360 Heart Stopper Challenge South Auckland

The third of our 2018 360 Heart Stopper series is bound to be another great day , this will be a fun family day so join us at the Botanic Gardens in Manurewa on Saturday 8th September at 2pm.

360 Heart Stopper Challenge Coromandel

This is a Heart Stopper event with a difference - this time we are plunging in the icy sea! Our brave plungers will be stepping into the water at the Wairau beach reserve from 12pm on Sunday 16th September.

360 Heart Stopper Challenge Waikato

It's the Waikato's turn to host a 360 Heart Stopper Event in late September. Join the fun at Hot Springs Spa pool Te Rapa on Saturday 29th September

360 Heart Stopper Challenge Takapuna

This year we are reinstating the North Shore Heart Stopper Event and what a great location we have at Smales Farm! There will be food from Crate Kitchen and beverages nearby at Good for Now and DJ Ronni P to entertain us.

Roche - CoaguChek Machine INR strips Alert

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

360 Heart Stopper Challenge Wellington

The capital city always has a great turn out for this annual event. Make sure you get along to Midland Park, Lambton Quay on Friday 12th October to watch the action!

360 Heart Stopper Challenge Canterbury

The first Heart Stopper event in the South Island will take place at The Commons on the corner of Durham St and Kilmore St on Friday 12th October. Our Canterbury team looks forward to seeing you all there.

360 Heart Stopper Challenge Manawatu

This year the Manawatu Heart Stopper Challenge will be held in the Square in Palmie on Sunday 4th November. The weather should be warmer by then so come down for a sunday stroll and watch the fun!

360 Heart Stopper Challenge Otago

This year the Otago Heart Stopper Challenge has joined forces with The Great Kiwi Home & Living Show at Forsyth Barr Stadium join us at 11am and take your turn with many other adventurous plungers to sit in a pool of water nicely chilled to 10° for 360 seconds. It’s really cool!

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.

Heart Kids Christmas Cracker Golf Day

Start the wind down to Christmas with a Golf Day in support of Heart Kids at the stunning Boulcott's Farm Heritage Golf Course in Lower Hutt

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