Brad’s Leukaemia Battle

Two years ago, our father, Brad, displayed immense strength when he underwent a double organ transplant (kidney and liver) due to a genetic condition. Since then, he’s faced ongoing health struggles, and recently, he was diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukaemia. Doctors estimate he has 12–24 months to live, but there is hope. Brad is set to begin a chemotherapy called Venetoclax, which costs $2,700 per month and isn’t funded by the government.

A lifelong Aston Villa Football Club fan, Brad is also a retired Merchant Navy Seaman, having served on four ships. He has raised thousands for charities like the Cancer Society, Brain Injury New Zealand, and Mencap UK. As a civilian first responder, Brad has selflessly helped at car accidents, cardiac events, and sudden deaths, often arriving before emergency services.

Brad is a loving husband, father, brother, and grandfather, and his family is hoping this treatment will extend his life, giving us more precious time together.

After his transplant, Brad used his life savings and KiwiSaver to support himself and his wife, Janice. Since then, Janice has had to stop working to care for him full-time, putting the family in a difficult financial situation.

Any support you can offer will directly contribute to his treatment costs and help with rent, bills, and daily expenses. Your kindness will provide invaluable relief during this challenging time, and we are deeply grateful for your help.

Thank you—every bit truly makes a difference.