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The one who's always looking out for everyone else is in a heart breaking lifechanging situation.

$3,930 donated
Given by 65 generous donors in 2 days

We've created this page to help support Tanya through her recovery

Wellington

Our beautiful friend Tanya Adamson (Tarnz) needs our help 💛

Tanya is a mum of two and a devoted special needs advocate for her daughter Keira (Bearbear), who she has recently taken over her full-time day-to-day care.

If you know the Adamson family, you’ll know they have had more than their fair share of hard times — and now, they really need our support.

Thursday evening, while getting groceries out of the back seat of her car, Tanya was struck by a vehicle at speed. The driver was reportedly distracted & due to the severity of the crash, police are conducting a full investigation.

Tanya has suffered serious injuries to both legs, along with traumatic and confronting visible injuries, multiple surgeries, and more to come, and is now facing a long hospital stay followed by 6+ months of recovery.

Keira was the first on the scene and saw everything. Despite the extent of her injuries and the trauma of the situation, Tanya pushed through the pain and focused on Keira — calmly guiding her until the ambulance arrived.

Tanya is surrounded by an incredible group of friends & family who are rallying around her and supporting both her and the kids during this time.

Right now, things are really tough. Tanya is bedridden, unable to work, her car may be written off, and everything they had planned — including moving house this Easter — has been turned upside down. We are currently in the process of applying for ACC, but this will not cover everything.

Tarnz is the one everyone turns to…

Now it’s our turn.

If you can donate or share, it would mean so much 🤍

Tanya, Keira & Dustin

Karla O'Connor's involvement (page creator)

For 17 years, Tarnz has been a constant in my life. We have supported each other through life's ups and downs and shared the journey of raising our children. She is not just my best friend - she is my family

Use of funds

Funds will help carry some of the weight with potentially unfunded medical treatment, rehabilitation & recovery, a Page Update will be posted once we have more information. The funds will also support essential living costs while Tanya is unable to work. Also ensure Keira is supported and cared for, allowing Tanya to focus on healing.

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Latest donations

Natalie
Natalie 13 hours ago
$5
J C
J C 1 day ago
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Ollie
Ollie 1 day ago
Love you cous. So sorry to hear about what happened. I hope you get well soon ♡
$100
Trena
Trena 1 day ago
Sorry to hear of your accident, here's hoping for a speedy recovery.
Private
GoodRich Team
GoodRich Team 1 day ago
All the best mate, from our family to your's. Just another hurdle in life, you got this!!
$500

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This campaign started on 31 Mar 2026 and ends on 31 Mar 2027.