Cancer Society of New Zealand

Why It Matters

Every day, 71 New Zealanders are diagnosed with cancer. The number of people affected by cancer is expected to increase by 46% by 2040.

We believe no one should go through their cancer journey alone.

Whether it is driving someone to treatment, providing advice through our 0800 number, or offering accommodation near treatment centres - the Cancer Society is here.

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“The Cancer Society nurse helped me cope with my diagnosis by offering her help, calling and checking on me regularly. I still talk to them when I’m feeling down. Having someone to talk to who understands what I’m going through is a great relief.” – Nory

"They put you up in Daffodil House in Christchurch. It’s such an amazing place, and it costs you nothing. They just take all of the stress out of having to go to treatments. It’s great.” – Lynne

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How We Create Change

Support - We provide support care services, including a 0800-helpline, counselling, transport and accommodation to individuals and their whānau during treatment.

Research - We are the largest private funder of cancer research in New Zealand, with 52 million dollars invested over the last 10 years.

Health promotion - We work proactively across Aotearoa to help reduce the risk of cancer through health promotion activities like our Smokefree and SunSmart campaigns, promoting screening and early detection, and prevention advice around diet and alcohol-related cancers.