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A cheeky, courageous young boy who fought Brain Cancer (Medulloblastoma) in 2009 and Bone cancer (Chondroblastic osteosarcoma) in 2019/2020.

Smiling child with a shaved head and colorful bead strands

Rory Gardiner

Read about Rory's journey since diagnosis with cancer aged 7 & 17.

Latest Blog

A visit from the stork in 2027

8 September 2026

Parenting teenagers

25 July 2026

Our new home & a few needles

31 May 2026

On the move

25 April 2026

Locking of the spine

22 March 2026

Cape Palliser & a chariot

21 February 2026

Plus one 'Bear'

24 January 2026

Happy New Year - Rangitikei rafting

2 January 2026

Distinction and a broken thumb

6 December 2025

Messages of Support

Janine Schofield

Fantastic news Rory. Such a relief for you all. Xx

Kyla

I Think of u all often, and have enjoyed catching up on the blog, the honesty n strength weaved throughout the words.

CINDY POOLE

You're certainly a family of fighters! All our love, the Pooles. xxxx

Kyla Caldwell

Wonderful to read about your progress Rory and whanau, you have all been through a miraculous journey and together have overcome many obstacles, you are all amazing. Rest and recharge when you need too, winter is certainly an appropriate time to hunker down xo

Jo Hadland

Welcome home Rory and family, I’ll look forward to seeing you one day soon.
Jo Hadland xx

Alex Nash

Great to hear the news Rory and family!

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