Help Steve fight for his life

$36,560 of $95,000 goal
Given by 126 generous donors in 8 weeks

Steve’s last hope is $95k immunotherapy not publicly funded. Help our much-loved dad, partner & mate keep fighting.

Hamilton, Waikato

We’re reaching out for help to give our much-loved father, partner, and mate Steve (aka Trackman, Rutzy) a fighting chance.

Since 2020, Steve has been battling an aggressive and relentless cancer of the neck, face, and head, advanced squamous cell carcinoma. He’s endured multiple surgeries and extensive rounds of radiotherapy, facing each challenge with courage, humour, and determination.

This week brought devastating news. Without further treatment, Steve’s cancer is expected to spread to his brain within months — doctors estimate he may have just 3–6 months left. But there is hope. His medical team believes immunotherapy offers a strong chance of controlling — and potentially reversing — the cancer’s progression. It’s a treatment that has achieved remarkable results for patients with similar conditions, giving them precious years they might not otherwise have had.

Sadly, this treatment isn’t funded through the public health system and comes with a $95,000 cost.

Steve means the world to so many — a devoted dad, loving partner, and loyal friend. We’re determined to do everything we can to help him access this treatment and keep him with us for as long as possible.

Every donation, big or small, brings us one step closer to giving Steve the chance he deserves.

Anna Petursson's involvement (page creator)

He's been my friend since I was 17 - 45 years.

Use of funds

8 x cancer treatments of Pembrolizumab (Keytruda) @ $11,000 per treatment and additional costs throughout treatment e.g. scans

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21 November 2025  21 November 2025

Apologies for the time between updates but had a technical issue!!! Here's what Helen had to say about the 2nd treatment on 19 November-

"Well Steve still doing what he loves and yes he crumbed and cooked just as I like it. He had his 2nd immunotherapy treatment today, and not sure if he is feeling any better or different, just a bit more tired. The wounds on his head are getting a bit bigger and causing a lot of discomfort but that was to be expected. Thanks to everyone for making this happen"

Anna said "I would love this Give a Little page to reach $40,000 so we can comfortably pay for 3 treatments. The initial quote of 95K for the 8 treatments was in reality $103k so 3 treatments is going to cost just under $40,000. It goes without saying but if anyone is yet to donate please do so and please share this page as far and wide as possible. Thanks so much

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Selwyn & Sherry on 30 Nov 2025
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Paying to a verified bank account of Helen Singers on behalf of Steve (aka Trackman, Rutzy) Rutz
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This campaign started on 11 Oct 2025 and ends on 11 Jan 2026.