Back to page

Help support Penelope and her family

  • Penelope’s road to recovery

      16 March 2026

    We wanted to share a little update and another thank you to everyone who has supported Penelope and her family over the past couple of months.

    Penelope has recently transferred back to Invercargill Hospital, where she continues to receive care as she recovers from a brain injury that was caused by her illness.

    Henrietta and Bill remain by her side around the clock, supporting her every step of the way.

    Penelope is making small but positive steps forward each day. Her recovery journey will be a long one, with ongoing rehabilitation and further trips to Auckland for more intensive rehab when the time is right. Penelope is a very tough wee girl who continues to show strength and determination everyday.

    Arthur currently remains in the primary care of his grandparents however with the transfer south this will bring more time and opportunity for the family to be together again in the coming weeks.

      0 comments  |  Login to leave a comment

  • A heartfelt thank you

      22 February 2026

    Penelope’s family is so incredibly grateful and humbled by the huge support of everyone. The generosity from all who have donated or spread the word is overwhelming. A huge heartfelt thank you to you all.

    Penelope is taking small steps in her recovery. She is out of intensive care and still has a long way to go in the children’s ward. She has to have her parents with her 24/7 and regular monitoring still takes place. She has come through the critical stage but will still require ongoing care for now and rehabilitation moving forward.

    Arthur has made his debut in Auckland and will be coming regularly to see Penelope, and spend some time with Mum and Dad thanks to Ganny and Pa.

    This remains a delicate time for the family as they navigate these next steps with Penelope. Again, a huge thank you to you all who have shown so much love and support.

      0 comments  |  Login to leave a comment