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A WALK TO REMEMBER

  • A WALK TO REMEMBER - WEEK 12 UPDATE

      16 November 2025
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    Yesterday saw me complete my 3rd & final walk for my campaign as part of the Queenstown Marathon. I was accompanied by Sally (Sal) Booth who was the person behind the Parkrun starting in Alexandra last year. Over 13000 took part in all distances, 4000 in the marathon, it felt like we must have had the remainder, as it took us 20 minutes to get to the start after the 10km had actually started. Still what another great experience, just to be a part of it. The organisation & communication was terrific & again the enthusiasm shown from most of the volunteers just makes you feel happy. We walked the first 8km then Sal said why don't we jog the last 2km, which we did, finishing thru the streets of Queenstown, in a time of 1h 30m, shaving 9 minutes off the last 10km. I thanked Sal for giving me a problem for any future 10kms. With about 75 metres to the finish, we were accompanied by my 6 year old grandson Joey who ran through the finishing line with us. That's how we make memories for all of us.

    Thank you to those for your kind comments after last week's update as many didn't exactly know Ann's current condition.

    2 weeks left now, 22nd Purple TUTU Parkrun, don't miss it, then 28th DANCE for a Cause at the Alexandra District Club, tickets only $10, should be another memorable night, if not for the music, just seeing some of those dance moves.

    Please keep donating, it would be terrific to get over the $7000 figure.

    Thank you again to everyone for your continued support.

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  • A WALK TO REMEMBER

      9 November 2025
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    WEEK 11 UPDATE

    4 weeks my campaign to go, & I've had a number of people enquire to the health of Ann, my wife. This update will be different to previous ones. For those of you who aren't aware of Ann's situation, Ann has been in a care home since Jan 2024, unable to walk for the last 12 months, or feed herself or communicate, one day is just like the next for her.

    I try to go in every day to give Ann, her evening meal, one to see her, & two to take the pressure off the wonderful staff.

    This is the reason why I started this campaign to raise awareness yet again of this awful disease Alzheimer's & try to raise a few extra $$$ for those in Central Otago.

    I never dreamed of reaching $6000, wouldn't it be great to raise a little bit more. I can assure you, every $$$ raised will go towards the cause.

    By this time next week, I will have done my final challenge, the 10km walk in Queenstown on the 15th, & my 2nd spell on the radio next Sunday 16th.

    Don't forget to listen in every week day to Radio Central, for the Northern Soul track of the day after the 7.30am news.

    91.9FM Alex/Crom

    94.3FM Teviot Valley

    104.3FM Maniototo

    22nd Nov, Parkrun Alexandra (5km) TUTU Day & PURPLE Fundraising day.

    28th DANCE for a CAUSE at the ADC - Please get in contact for more information.

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  • WEEK 10 UPDATE

      2 November 2025
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    We have reached the $6000 figure. Amazing, how much more can we raise with a month to go.

    Shane continues to play a Northern Soul record every morning after 7.30am. Any business can have their name mentioned FOC, call Shane on 0274 742 636.

    Starting Sunday 9th Nov at 2pm & each week throughout the month, I'll be presenting a one hour show playing Northern Soul & Tamla Motown.

    So tune into Radio Central -

    91.9FM Alexandra & Cromwell

    93.4FM Teviot Valley

    103.4FM Maniototo

    2 weeks to the Queenstown Marathon on 15th where I'll be doing my 3rd & final 10km walk for the campaign. Hope to see some of you at the start or along the route.

    22nd Nov Otago Central Rail Trail Parkrun Alexandra is of course TUTU day, so don't forget, & of course it's a Purple themed Parkrun to raise funds for Alzheimer's. I will have a supply of purple Alzheimer Memory Walk shirts should you wish to wear one.

    Last fundraising event is DANCE FOR A CAUSE on Friday 28th Nov, see the poster for details on social media. Try not to miss it, if you like dancing the Alexandra District Club is the place to be. Only $10 a ticket & all proceeds to the cause.

    Thank you for your positive feedback about the weekly updates.

    Click on the link or attached QR code which will take you straight to the fundraising page

    https://givealittle.co.nz/fundraiser/a-walk-to-remember

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  • A WALK TO REMEMBER

      26 October 2025
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    WEEK 9 UPDATE

    Donations continue to be received though the last 2 weeks have seen a reduced number. Suppose with the campaign running for 3 months, it is to be expected. Still looking to reach that $6000 figure.

    Antoinette McLean was again on Radio Central last Thursday talking about Alzheimers statistics.

    Busy month ahead, with 15th the date for the Queenstown Marathon.

    22nd Otago Central Rail Trail Parkrun Alexandra

    Is now not only a TUTU day but also a PURPLE fundraising day.

    28th Dance at the ADC 7pm till late, only $10 a tickets, all proceeds to Alzheimer's in Central Otago.

    Radio Central continue to offer an advertising slot after 7.30am news, which currently Carol Stafford has taken.

    To donate to Alzheimer's

    Bank Acc No is 03 0883 0150968-00

    Please state your name and reference A Walk to Remember

    Or click on the link https://givealittle.co.nz/fundraiser/a-walk-to-remember

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  • WEEK 7 UPDATE

      12 October 2025
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    Now we have reached the HALFWAY point & the total to date has now reached $5325. Donations continue to pour in from Central Otago, Teviot Valley & the Maniototo, quite incredible.

    Yesterday saw us achieve the 2nd event, 10km walk in Cromwell. over 400 participated in the event, with 5 of us walking for Alzheimer's. We were hopeful of beating our previous time set in Dunedin, Though when setting off into a very strong headwind, we realised to do this would not be easy. At half way we were ahead of schedule & thought with a tail wind this should be achievable, however I suppose stopping to take photos & a little time spent at the drink stations, made it a little tighter than it should have been. It was a great sight to see so many people along the route shouting encouragement, & also the numbers at the finish applauding when we crossed the line, in a time 3 minutes quicker.

    Thank you to those who came to see us at the finish & also to Lynne Symons of Alzheimer's CO & her daughter Freya.

    This week I must also say a huge to Chris Langston, DJ/Radio Presenter from Queenstown who has produced a 90 minute programme of Northern Soul, Tamla Motown, Jazz & little Funk all for the cause. This will be aired on Radio Central, & having already had the chance to listen to it, it's a great listen so watch out for further details.

    Also a special mention to Alzheimer's NZ who have become aware of my campaign A Walk to Remember & will be featuring my story over the coming weeks. Thank you.

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  • A WALK TO REMEMBER

      5 October 2025

    What a week for donations, over $1000 which brings the total now to $4850. I know this is becoming a habit, but thank you to everyone & those who have donated this week. With another 7 weeks to go, which includes the Queenstown Marathon on 15th November. I am now wondering how much we can together raise for Alzheimers in Central Otago.

    Thanks to the Central App for doing their piece this week & again to Shane of Radio Central.

    REMINDER - any business/company wanting to promote their business can do so FOC just after the 7.30am news, which is PRIME TIME/DRIVE TIME.

    Tribus Technology a recruitment company in Sydney have sponsored the slot but offered it to any local business.

    Call SHANE on 0274 742 636 or email shane@radiocentral.nz

    Why would you not want to promote your business on the radio FOC.

    This coming Saturday 11th Oct is the Cromwell Half Marathon where I will with a few friends be doing the next 10km walk. You still have time to register or even better why not come & join us.

    Anyone wishing to donate can do so by either :-

    Alzheimer's Society Bank Account

    Please state your name & reference A Walk to Remember.

    Or by the givealittle page.

    Or you can follow me on Facebook - Geoff Moore

    Thank you

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  • A WALK TO REMEMBER

      28 September 2025

    WEEK 5 UPDATE - Thank you once again to those who have donated this week, very close now to raising $4000. Amazing, thank you. This week I delivered over 100 fliers to businesses in Cromwell. The cause was well received. Kept up the walking each day & went to Wanaka on Saturday to do the Parkrun. Only 2 weeks to the next 10km walk at Cromwell on 11th October. Come & join us on the walk.

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    • 03/10/2025 by Antoinette

      Thank you Geoff for your amazing mahi. We appreciate it greatly. From the Team at Alzheimers Otago

  • A WALK TO REMEMBER - WEEK 4

      21 September 2025
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    Hi everyone

    As I promised I would provide you with a weekly update via email, plus the information will be on my givealittle & facebook pages.

    Another busy week for me, this time handing posters out to businesses in Clyde.

    Donations continue to come in from around the world, friends & family back in the Northern Hemisphere, & friends & businesses locally & Australia.

    This week a donation of $1000 was received from a business in Sydney which brings the givealittle page to over $3500. Plus donations direct to the Alzheimers Society means we are tracking close to $4000 in Week 4.

    I can only say, THANK YOU, to everyone who has supported this financially & also to those who have helped me so far along this campaign journey.

    To remind you the next 2 10km walks are on:-

    Cromwell Half Marathon 11th October

    Queenstown Marathon 15th November

    So the campaign will run until the end of November, which means another 9 weeks to go.

    You can follow me on facebook (Geoff Moore) or the givealittle page - see below

    Click on the attached QR code which will take you straight to my givealittle fundraising page - https://givealittle.co.nz/fundraiser/a-walk-to-remember

    Thank you

    Geoff

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    • 03/10/2025 by Antoinette

      Geoff, what a lovely photo of your family with Anne. Thank you

  • Week 3 Update

      14 September 2025
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    Total has nearly reached $2500, amazing, thank you.

    1st walk completed today 10km at Dunedin.

    Next Cromwell 11th Oct, why not register & join us.

    Thank you so much to everyone.

    Campaign runs to the end of November.

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    • 15/09/2025 by Jacqueline

      Congrats!! Those boots are made for walking!!

    • 03/10/2025 by Antoinette

      Geoff, great work!

  • A Walk to Remember

      8 September 2025
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    After week 2, thank you to those who have donated this past week. Now over $1600, I am truly overcome by your generosity.

    With my 1st walk scheduled for this coming Sunday in Dunedin, I will hope to have some photos of the event to share with you.

    See photo of just 2 of the carers on G (dementia) wing at Ranui in Alexandra.

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  • WEEK 1

      31 August 2025
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    A WALK TO REMEMBER - WEEK 1

    Having only started the fund raising campaign a week ago, I am absolutely amazed at the response so far. After 1 week the givealittle page is showing $1050.

    That's before I receive any notification of donations being made directly into Alzheimers Society Bank Account.

    Thank you to everyone who has donated & also to those who have been in touch to support the cause.

    Donations can be made via the following -

    https://givealittle.co.nz/fundraiser/a-walk-to-remember/#donations

    AND

    the bank account is The Alzheimers Society (ADARDS) will show on your statement.

    Acc No 03 0883 0150968-00

    Please state the cause, Alzheimers & your surname.

    The additional photograph is from Nov 2023, when her sister Jill flew over from the UK.

    Thank you again.

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