Our Precious Hartleigh
Hartleigh's princess bucket list and supporting their family as they navigate through this horrible time so they can to focus on Hartleigh
Hamilton, Waikato
Hartleigh is a vibrant and joyful 4-year-old girl whose bright spirit shines through even in the face of a devastating diagnosis. Full of kindness and determination, she knows exactly what she wants and when she wants it, embodying a precious innocence and strength that inspires everyone around her. Now, Hartleigh is courageously facing the fight of her life against a high-grade Glioblastoma, an aggressive and fast-growing brain tumor that has been deemed untreatable.
Despite the heartbreaking prognosis of only months to live, Hartleigh and her immediate family are focusing every moment on creating unforgettable memories filled with love, laughter, and joy. They are preparing for the difficult journey ahead, which includes radiation and oral chemotherapy treatments in Auckland, hoping to buy precious time together.
Amidst this emotional and physical battle, the financial burden weighs heavily on the family, adding an extra layer of challenge during an already overwhelming time. Supporting Hartleigh means not only standing by her through medical treatments but also helping her family navigate these hardships so they can dedicate their energy to what matters most—cherishing every moment with their beloved little girl.
Jennifer Roberts' involvement (page creator)
My Niece Hartleigh and her Family
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Hartleigh has her very own princess bucket list—a collection of magical wishes and special experiences she hopes to enjoy. From fairytale moments to once-in-a-lifetime adventures, each wish is a chance to fill her days with wonder, and infinite excitement. Funds will also go towards travel to and from the hospital, accommodation near the hospital, and living costs. Any excess funds may go towards funeral costs.
Latest update
Hartleigh update 7 April 2026
Hello everyone,
We wanted to share an update on Hartleigh’s journey. After many heartfelt and difficult conversations, her dad and I have made the decision not to proceed with radiotherapy or chemotherapy. We believe this is in Hartleigh’s best interests, as these treatments would significantly impact her quality of life without offering a cure. Our priority is for Hartleigh to be as comfortable, peaceful, and stress‑free as possible, surrounded by the love of her family and friends for the time we have together. Moving forward, we have finally been connected with a social worker and are beginning to work through how we can best support Hartleigh and give her everything she wishes for within her own environment. We are still waiting for confirmation from Hartleigh’s surgeon so that Make‑A‑Wish can move forward. At the very top of Hartleigh’s bucket list is a trip to Bluey’s World. Because Hartleigh is under five, she doesn’t qualify for a full Make‑A‑Wish travel package, so this trip will need to be funded through her Givealittle page. She does qualify for a wish box, waiting given final confirmation.
We want to sincerely thank everyone for the love, kindness, well wishes, and donations of all kinds. Your support means more to us than we can ever express. We will do our best to keep this page updated.
On a brighter note, Hartleigh is very excited and looking forward to her big party at kindy this Friday.
Thank you all for continuing to walk alongside us on this journey. 💛
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