Help Evette and her family treasure every precious moment while she battles ovarian cancer

In February 2025, at just 41 years old, Evette underwent what was expected to be a long-awaited hysterectomy after years of living with endometriosis. Following surgery, a biopsy brought the devastating news no family expects—Stage 3 ovarian cancer.

Within six weeks, Evette travelled to Auckland for major surgery to remove as much of the cancer as possible before beginning intensive chemotherapy. Through every appointment, treatment and setback, she faced it all with remarkable courage, supported by her husband Gareth and their daughter Brianna, now 8 years old.

After months of chemotherapy came the news they had been hoping for. The treatment had worked, and for the first time in a long while there was hope. Evette looked forward to returning to the Early Childhood teaching career she loves and rebuilding life with her family.

Then, on 23 April 2026, everything changed again. Doctors confirmed the cancer had returned and spread to the lining of her abdomen. Treatment is now focused on managing the cancer and giving Evette as much precious time as possible with the people she loves most.

Anyone who knows Evette knows her kindness and selflessness. Her greatest wish is simply to spend more time with Gareth and Brianna, making memories together. Your support will help ease the financial pressure, allowing the family to focus on what matters most—being together during this incredibly difficult journey and go on adventures to make life long memories.