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12 Marathons in 12 Months for Cystic Fibrosis New Zealand

  • Goal 1 Complete, Next Up Goal 2...

      15 December 2025
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    Sunday the 14th of December concluded the final marathon of 12 for 2025. That is my part of the mission done and dusted. It was a beautiful morning spent running around the Auckland Domain surrounded by many friends and family running and cheering me on to the finish. That's the running part sorted.

    Now, we are very close to reaching goal number 2 and the most important one, $25,000 for Cystic Fibrosis New Zealand. At the time of writing, the goal is currently $405 short of the big 25. The amount that has been donated over the past 5 days is honestly mind blowing to me. Going from $25,000 not looking so possible a week ago to now being in reaching distance is bringing tears to my eyes. We are very nearly there, the mission is just about complete.

    Thank you,

    BPS

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  • 2 Sleeps Until the 12th Marathon out of 12

      12 December 2025

    Wow. Today marks one year since the announcement of the 12 in 12 mission and also means I am 2 sleeps away from the final marathon of 2025 for CFNZ. A year that has delivered many memorable moments and has brought me so much joy.

    I want to express my gratitude to those that have donated on this Give A Little throughout this year, no matter the amount that you have donated, it all adds up, just like this year it wasn't about 1 marathon, it was about 12, it wasn't about raising $1 for CFNZ it was raising $25,000 and you've all played your part to help me get close to that mark.

    Currently I have fundraised $19,820 for CFNZ which is absolutely mind-blowing to me. So near to the $20,000 mark, with one marathon remaining I am confident we will get within touching distance of the $25,000.

    Thank you all for your continued support, this means so much not only to me, but also my parents and also the Cystic Fibrosis community here in New Zealand.

    If you would like to be present at the final marathon, it is on December 14, starting from 6am, next to the Grand Stand at the Auckland Domain.

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  • Long time no update!

      9 November 2025

    11 marathons completed for Cystic Fibrosis New Zealand, one marathon 2 go.

    This year has been a crazy journey, learning a lot about my body, running, balance, and how amazing humans are.

    The support I have received this year has been truly immense and one of the key reasons that have helped to make running 42.2km each month that little bit more comfortable. Running for CFNZ is as strong of a purpose I have needed to dig as deep as I have needed to month after month to help fundraise as much money for them as possible. To give back to a group that have helped many throughout NZ impacted by CF.

    December 14 marks the date for the last marathon down at the Auckland Domain, I would love for you to be there, come down and make some noise!

    Thank you,

    BPS

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  • Overdue Update

      27 March 2025

    This is a long overdue update but here I am!

    Firstly, thank you to everyone that has donated and contributed to my goal of raising $25,000 for Cystic Fibrosis New Zealand.

    I have completed 2 marathons since the last update, and have now completed 3/12. The second marathon took place on Tamaki Drive with an awesome bunch of people coming in and out helping to create an incredible experience once again for myself on this journey. The third marathon was down in Pauanui part of the Pauanui Half Marathon. I did half alone before the event started and then the second half part of the event. It was the first time I had taken even a single step alone during a marathon EVER, and it was very beneficial for me. It made the tough moments tougher, but at the same time was mentally strengthening. I had time to reflect on my mission and remind myself why I am doing this mission and who I am trying to give back to. Attached is a YouTube video put together by Kavel, who captured our time down in Pauanui.

    Currently I am a week and a half out from marathon 4 which will be a part of the Waterfront Half marathon. The first half will be run up and down Tamaki Drive and then joining up with the Waterfront half marathon for the second half.

    Overall, I am happy with the progress I am making on this journey. Although March was a slower month of the fundraising front, it was a faster month on the cup filling front. I continue to move for CFNZ, and each step gets me closer to achieving my goal.

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  • Marathon 1/12 Completed

      12 January 2025

    First marathon of the year completed, 11 more to go.

    Was a beautiful morning for running up and down Tamaki drive. A lot more people came down and got involved than what I was expecting, which is great to see and appreciate everyone showing their support for myself and Cystic Fibrosis New Zealand.

    With today's run we crossed the $1000 mar which is incredible! 1/25th of the goal.

    Looking forward to the next marathon on the 22nd second of Feb.

    Thank you, Ben.

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  • Marathon Week 1/12

      9 January 2025

    Training has been tracking along nicely! The past 8 weeks I’ve been training to PB in the 10km distance as well has keep the mileage somewhat high to keep me marathon ready.

    This Sunday is the first marathon out of 12 for 12 in 12, 2025. We will be meeting down at Kohi beach and doing 5km out and backs to get up to the marathon distance.

    Come down and get involved, to stay more up to date my Instagram will be linked somewhere on here.

    Thank you, take care!

    Ben

    Instagram.com/benprincesaxon

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