💙 Help support Rory, Bex, Archie & Olive as they face Rory’s battle with advanced melanoma.

$44,075 of $30,000 goal
Given by 358 generous donors in around 5 months

💙 Help support Rory, Bex, Archie & Olive as they face Rory’s battle with advanced melanoma.

Napier, Hawke's Bay

Recently, our friend Rory Aroa received the devastating news that he has been diagnosed with melanoma. Sadly, the cancer has already spread.

Rory is a loving partner to Bex and a devoted dad to their two beautiful young children, Archie and Olive. Like so many parents, he has always put his family first. But due to previous health battles, Rory didn't have access to health insurance, making this journey even harder for them.

We can all understand how challenging it is to raise a young family under normal circumstances—let alone while facing such uncertainty. This page has been created to ease some of the financial pressure for Bex and the kids, allowing them to focus on what's important.

Every contribution, no matter how small, will make a real difference to their lives. Your kindness will help provide stability, comfort, and support for Rory’s family during this incredibly difficult time.

Thank you for standing alongside them. 💙

Nathaniel Wright's involvement (page creator)

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Funds raised will help ease the financial burden on Rory’s family — covering everyday living costs, household bills, and providing stability for Bex, Archie and Olive during this difficult time.

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Update  12 January 2026

Rory passed away on New Year’s Eve, surrounded by his family. He was incredibly grateful for every donation, and funds truly went a long way in supporting him and his family during this time. I’ve decided to leave this Givealittle page open for anyone who would still like to donate to support his family. Alternatively, Rory’s wife suggested donations can also be made directly to Cranford Hospice via their website.

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Latest donations

Emily
Emily on 23 Jan 2026
$50
Rhonda
Rhonda on 22 Jan 2026
$50
Belinda
Belinda on 22 Jan 2026
$100
Annette
Annette on 19 Jan 2026
Bless your family
$50
Carolyn
Carolyn on 18 Jan 2026
So sorry for your loss xx
$10

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This campaign started on 27 Aug 2025 and ends on 29 Mar 2026.