Tribute Wall

I’m walking for everyone that is or has been affected with bowel cancer. This has been a true inspiration to be part of this hikoi. Nga mihi nui

I'm walking for my friend Jaimee who is in stage four of bowel cancer at only 49 and onto her last hope of medicine to work and for my Uncle Ray who was let down by the system and had to wait almost a year for a colonoscopy to find the cancer and then be told its too big and he is too old for them to operate. and to all those others affected by this cancer.

I'm walking to honour my niece Aja who was prematurely lost to bowel cancer

150km in the month of Feb 💜 This February I committed to moving 150km to support those who have lost their lives and those who are currently fighting bowel cancer. I tērā tau hinga ai taku Nannan ki tēnei mate pukupuku. Every single kilometre was for her. For her strength. For her love. For the memories that still live in my heart every day. Thank you to my incredible sponsors who backed me and this cause: Kararaina Bidois More-Rupine Paora-Bidois Aunty Erin & Uncle Rapu Te Horowai Mapapalagi Randal Leach Rauora Ututaonga Hope Morrison Ihipera Taikato Wiremu Keepa Your support means more than you know. We move for those we’ve lost. We move for those still fighting. We move because early detection saves lives. Taku manu ariki whakatakapōkai 🪻Nan, this one was for you! Miss you everyday! 💜💜💜

Our team each moved 100km in memory of my husband Orlando - a brave, intelligent, courageous, caring and strong man who lost his life to bowel cancer last October. So proud of his fight and of each one of us!

This walk was a tribute to my mum who was diagnosed 3 weeks before her passing with Bowel cancer. So proud of you mum you did 4 steps towards this challenge. RIP now beautiful lady.

I'm walking 100km to honour those lives we've lost and to support Kiwis affected by bowel cancer.

I'm walking 100km to honour those lives we've lost and to support Kiwis affected by bowel cancer.

I'm walking 100km to honour those lives we've lost and to support Kiwis affected by bowel cancer.

I'm dedicating my 100K walk to Rob T. of Nelson and to Gaby F. of Gladenbach. Two wonderful people whom we have sadly lost to this disease.

Angela and I are walking for Janie, the love of my life and "other mother" to my 3 children and loved by many. Janies early life was very difficult but her struggles gave her an insight and a deep empathy and compassion for others who struggled. She was kind and generous and totally committed to helping others. She has two granddaughters and a great granddaughter who carry her name. She would have loved to know them but never had the chance but we who are still living will make sure they know about her. When cancer came for her at the age of 51 it took one of the best people in this world. I will always miss her, she will never be forgotten.

Im walking 100kms in memory of my mum, Ronda Coburn, who sadly passed in 2021, at the age of 52. She left behind 4 siblings, 3 children & 2 grandsons; she is now a grandmother to 2 granddaughters aswell. Her loss is still felt hugely within our whānau and her friends. Every family get together is so quiet without her signature laugh, one that could hear from down the road 😂 I hope to make you proud mama, we miss you everyday 🥺

I'm walking 100km to honour those lives we've lost and to support Kiwis affected by bowel cancer.

I’ve been doing this challenge in support of my friend Sheryll She’s done so well with her treatment and so proud 😉

Doing this to remember Anne Hine ... my mum who lost her short battle with bowel cancer a few years ago. Will always love her

I'm walking over 300k -will try aim for 400 this week, in memory of my mentor and friend at work the amazing Liz Richardson. Miss her so much. Fly free Lizzy xxx

Due to a concussion I've been walking alone for several months, but this February I decided to dedicate my walks to people in need. My husband is a cancer survivor and I know the meaning of it! I would be delighted if my contribution makes even a tiny bit of difference to the people in need.

I’m walking 100kms for my sister Toni.38 is too young to leave your family xxx

I'm walking 50km to honor those impacted by bowel cancer & especially for my late grandmother who experienced bowel cancer.

Im walking to raise awareness and raise funds . Cancer is unfortunately a hard hitter in my family , having lost quite a few loved ones 😔. But im doing this in memory of my grandmother merle . She was diagnosed with stage 4 with limited time , whilst caring for my grandfather in palliative care. she was a huge factor in my life always there when I needed her , always learned from her advice. Shes the kind of lady who who take her shirt off to help others before herself. So selfless , very wise and with a laugh and smile so contagious and heart warming you could not help but love her. We miss you grandma so much We will do what we can to show our support 🙌

I’m walking for my late husband Glen. I hope that by taking part in the Move Your Butt challenge that I can raise awareness and funds to support. A huge shout out to all my fellow walkers

I'm walking because I am a twice bowel cancer survivor. My tribute is to my amazing daughter Grace who has stood beside me for my journey but also stands beside me to move our butts. Please visit the resource page to look at the comic she made - Silent Battles - it follows her journey through my diagnosis. She is just the most amazing human being that I am so proud to call my daughter ❤️

Im riding 400kms for my sister Kelly who passed away with bowel cancer last April. She was only 45. Doing this has helped me to keep her memory alive. She loved Cats and Cars.

I'm walking 300km to honour those lives we've lost and to support Kiwis affected by bowel cancer.

I am walking 70 km in honour of my beautiful Mum Margaret Mary I miss you every day xx

Im riding 300+kms in memory of my grandfather Jim Dunkley who was taken too soon , he lost his brother to bowel cancer and managed to detect his own cancer in time thanks to early testing , unfortunately after his successful operation to have the cancer removed he developed septicemia and passed away not long after his release

For my fun loving daughter 🧡. I'll always remember you this way 🌺. Harleigh Kura Naomi Marsters, my favourite girl xox

My first year doing this and Im walking 200km for my uncle who had bowel cancer few years back but has been cleared. But doing it more so for everyone going through it. I love to push myself hard and do good. Iv been training for over a year and lost alot of weight (54kgs) but thought why not do something good for people. Loving the community support which makes it easier.

I’m walking 100km in memory of my dad who passed away a year and a half ago, he was only 56 and the best dad ever ❤️

My mum passed away almost 8 years ago. She was only 59. Im doing this for her. I would do anything to see her one more time. I hate cancer 🥺

My mother died of Bowel cancer. I’m walking 100 kms in her memory.

I'm walking 117km to honour those lives we've lost and to support Kiwis affected by bowel cancer.

I am walking for all those whose lives have been effected by Bowel Cancer,. Un be known to me A good friend of mine in Auckland has had bowel cancer and has received the treatment he required to make a good recovery.

I'm only 13 but I am walking 100km with my mum for my Grandma and for the life's that have been taken❤️

I'm walking 300km to honour those lives we've lost and to support Kiwis affected by bowel cancer.

This cruel disease took the life of my beautiful friend Paula a few years back now. Paula fought so hard to beat this, and got 18 extra months with us. So I am running 200kms for her! I also run for close friends and family fighting their own health battle right now. Together, we can all help raise loads of money in the fight against Bowel Cancer.

I am walking 200km in support of those that have not only have lost their lives to bowel cancer but also the ones that are going through it right now.

I signed up to walk in memory of my Koro, Eddie, who passed away 21 Sep 2024 after a long batter with bowel then stomach cancer. Unfortunately, I now have to have surgery and so am out of action for 6-8 weeks, so my mum will walk for me. I miss you Koro.

I'm walking 100kms in memory of Michael, the beloved son of my good friend Judith.

I’m walking 100km in memory of my mum and special Nana to her grandchildren, taken too soon 25 years ago. Also to honour other family members, who have been affected by bowel cancer and other cancers.

Im walking 100km in memory of my dad who was taken way to soon from a fast moving cancer. Also to honour all those others who have been taken from this shitty disease or are fighting right now

In memory of my Dad, ive set a minimum of a 100km cycle, and will no doubt extend it the way things are going.

I'm walking 100km to honour those lives we've lost and to support Kiwis affected by bowel cancer.

love you nan ❤️

My friend and I are walking the 100kms in support of all those walking this journey alone.

I will hikoi in memory of all my tūroro (patients) who have had bowel cancer and those who have lost their battle. They will forever shape the practitioner I am today and being able to awhi them through their treatment and beyond. Ngā mihi

My sister and I are walking 100km for all the young people out there who are faced with Bowel Cancer and to celebrate a big milestone year - I was diagnosed at 27 and am celebrating 15 years in remission this year!

Kia Orana, I'm on journey to support those who have lost there live from bowel cancer. Whanau and friend. Love you AOTEAROA...

I'm moving my butt for my dear friend Caryn who we lost in 2019 from bowel cancer, she was such a healthy and fit person, so losing her so quickly after the diagnosis was devastating to us all. Miss you everyday my mate.

I'm walking 100km, moving my butt to support those living with this awful disease, raise awareness about gut health and highlight the importance of early bowel screening

I’m doing this for myself as I have bowel cancer.

Im walking 100km for my Big brother, who we lost to bowel cancer 4years ago. LOVE YOU TO THE MOON AND BACK

I’m taking part in Move Your Butt this year in honour of my dear friend Steven, who unfortunately lost his battle with Bowel Cancer at the end of 2020. Fly High Bumblebee, we miss you everyday 🐝

I am doing this marathon on behalf of my cousin Jacob who currently has bowel cancer 🫂🩵

I'm doing this for my friend Darlena who lost her fight too young and left behind her 4 precious babies. Think of you often my friend, miss you so much!

I'm walking 100km to honour those lives we've lost and to support Kiwis affected by bowel cancer.

I’m running 100km in memory of my beautiful sister, Michele, who passed away at the age of 41. It has been 9 years since we lost her, we still miss her. She would have turned 50 this year.

I'm walking in support of the many wonderful people in nz who are facing this challenge and to the family members we have lost over the years. I also want to dedicate my walk to the lovely Sarah Styth and her family.

I’m walking in loving memory of my friend Orlando, and in honour of whānau members impacted by this disease - lives taken far too young. This walk is for remembrance, for aroha and for all those who carry their memory forward every day.

I am doing this in honour of my mum who lost the battle with bowel cancer August last year. We miss her very deeply and feel grateful we can do something to honour her and raise money for a good cause too.

I am doing the 100k walk for bowel cancer in memory of those who may have lost their lives also for those who maybe still fighting it ♥️

I am walking 150ks because it could have been me last year losing my life to bowel cancer. I am super lucky to have my life and am grateful for everyone who helped me thru and I am doing this because I CAN!

I’m walking 150km in support of all the people who may need help in the future. It could be me or you or someone close to us.

I'm walking in memory of my Mum Christine Glanville who passed in 2022. A massive hole was left in my life, my heart, and this challenge gives me a way to feel closer to her! I feel her with me while I'm walking ❤️❤️❤️

I am moving my butt for Bowel Cancer NZ in honour of my beautiful, brave, remarkable and ‘so in love with life’ daughter, Jo…Jo passed away, losing her life to Bowel Cancer aged 45, on the 25th of July 2023… I miss her desperately… - and also to support others on their own Bowel Cancer journey…and to honour those lives, like Jo’s, heartbreakingly lost to this terrible disease 💔

I'm walking 100km to honour those lives we've lost and to support Kiwis affected by bowel cancer.

Im walking 100km in memory of my sister Clare who lost her fight with Bowel Cancer in last year, June 2025, aged 51 years.

This February, my young 87yr of age Dad and myself are taking on Move Your Butt for Bowel Cancer. Please help us to raise money to support vital patient services and fund research to stop bowel cancer taking the people we love. - Every month, 100 Kiwis lose their lives to bowel cancer. - Every dollar raised for Bowel Cancer New Zealand will fund essential services for patients and survivors, such as counselling, physiotherapy, and financial assistance. We are asking for your help and donation no matter how big or small. It will help us reach our $100 fundraising goal and provide life-changing support and research to help those affected by bowel cancer. It takes a minute to donate, and your generosity will make a real difference to the lives of those who need it most. Dad and I thank you in advance for your support! 🧡

This February, i’m taking part in Move Your Butt 🍑 for Bowel Cancer to walk 100km to show my support to those who have been touched by this disease, whether personally or through the experience of a friend or family member. I'm taking on this challenge in memory of my maternal grandmother 🥀 who died from bowel cancer in her mid-50s, for by father who was lucky to beat bowel cancer by early detection some 15 years ago 👏 and in support of my father-in-law who is on a journey to kick bowel cancer in the butt as we speak 💪 My goal is to raise funds for Bowel Cancer New Zealand to raise awareness, support patients and fund research to stop bowel cancer taking the people we love💜 If you have symptoms, take them seriously. Even if you don’t, take advantage of the screening available when it’s available to you - there are plenty of people that have no symptoms though are identifed from screening. And if you think you are too young, think again. There are a growing number of stories out there of people under 40 being diagnosed and dying from Bowel Cancer. I would highly recommend the podcast Jo vs. Cancer. In this podcast my brave friend from Cromwell who passed away in 2023 shares snippets of her journey with the honesty and humour that many people really need - https://interactives.stuff.co.nz/2022/jo-vs-cancer-podcast/ Please support my 100km walk by making a donation to my fundraising page: Also, shout out if you want to go for a walk with me, the company is always welcome! Let’s go. We start tomorrow!!

I'm walking 300km in memory of my rock music loving, adventurous traveller, fun loving, always positive, happy, strong and brave mother who sadly and unexpectedly passed away in January 2025. A year on I (and my sister) walk in her honour in order to raise funds to help with bowel cancer research and raise awareness for the need for early screening.

I’m walking 100 km in memory of my Mum, Judy who passed away from bowel cancer 7 years ago

I'm going to walk 100km in memory of my wonderful sister Aimee-Rose, who passed away from bowel cancer in July last year. Aimee-Rose, I miss you and I love you 💛

Hi Everyone I'm walking 100km in support of my Mum who has cancer, and for all the other people who are fighting this punkass cancer! Fuk cancer

I am moving my butt in honour of my Poppa, who passed away February 2025. He played a huge role in my life and has left a huge hole in our family. My uncle has also started treatment for bowel cancer and our neighbour has just lost his fight to it.

I’m moving my butt for everyone affected by bowel cancer — those fighting, those we’ve lost, and the families who carry it every day. This is about awareness, early detection, and starting conversations that save lives. Proud to be part of this movement. Every step counts. 💪💙 Goal is to run 10km everyday, rain, hail or shine to reach 300km

This is a kaupapa very dear to me. I am walking, running, swimming 100kms in memory of my husband who we lost to Bowel Cancer in 2023 at the age of 38yrs. I love and miss you every day my love xx

Running 100km for Dominique Mcshain. Never forgotten 💖

My wife, Catherine, was diagnosed with stage 4 colorectal cancer in June 2017. Her prognosis was "10 days, maybe 3 weeks". With the help of some awesome medical professionals, she pushed past that date and got to tick a few things off her bucket list. She died in July 2020, just 2 weeks after our 20th anniversary and 2 weeks before her 44th birthday.

Second year moving my butt 💙 Recent bowel cancer survivor, fundraising for BCNZ to keep up the incredible work they do — raising awareness of symptoms so it’s caught early and providing fantastic support for those affected. Using my walking to spread awareness (and get a few k’s in!).

I'm walking 100kms to help raise funds for BCNZ & in memory of my mum, Edith Oducado. We lost her in 2023. I miss her every day & I'm hoping we can help raise more awareness to help prevent it.

My late husband passed away 27/3/26 aged 56 from bowel cancer

In memory of my Grandfather, Edward Forrest, who passed away from Bowel Cancer at age 60yrs.

I’m walking 100km to raise funds for BCNZ. Dad didn’t want anyone to go through what he went through, I hope more research can be done and more patients can be helped.

I’m walking a 100 km to honour those close whanau we have lost to bowel cancer. Fcuk you cancer. Flappy this one’s for you.

I'm walking 100km to honour those lives we've lost and to support Kiwis affected by bowel cancer.

I'm walking in memory of Mrs Vincent and Aunty Gladys......lots of love and memories.

I'M MOVING MY BUTT TO TAUTOKO (SUPPORT) ANYONE WHO IS GOING THROUGH BOWEL CANCER TREATMENT RIGHT NOW. I WILL PRAY THAT THEY WILL COME OUT OF THIS FIGHT AND LIVE ON

I'm walking in memory of my mum Danute. Also to support my friend Carla who is currently going through this herself.

Walking for my Great Aunty Dawn, who passed from cancer secondary to bowel cancer, my Aunty Penny who beat the cancer but the fight took too much from her and my cousin Colin who has beaten bowel cancer and is awesome!

I am walking in honour of my Dad who got bowel cancer but won the fight and is living still!

I’m walking to honour my Dad, Chris. He passed away when I was 14 years old. He had a huge influence on my life and who I am today. I hope to be at least half the person he was, he was the best. I miss him everyday. I hope what I raise helps other families financially during these awful times. Love you Dad. I miss and think about you every single day x

I'm walking 100km for one of the strongest females in my life. My neice Prunella Packer, you put up a good fight my heart 💯💥but that shit cancer 🖕bet you darling. So I'm going to do 100km for you my heart wish me luck I'm going to need it.

Im walking for my mummy Rachel Parekahurangi Clark she was great mother and an even greater grandmother. We love and miss you mum x

I'm walking 100km to honor the lives lost. To support those affected not only by bowel cancer, but, all CANCER

I'm walking so more people become Bowel Cancer survivors, not another statistic. #nevertooyoung

Ill be running 100km for my dad who passed 21-01-26

I'm walking to raise awareness, I lost a friend very young to this disease. Too young. RIP DOUGAL

I am walking 100km in honor of my Grandma and my brother who both passed away from bowel cancer. Not without putting up a brave fight. I am lucky enough to be a survivor. 4 years NED. I know they would be proud that i am able to do this walk. I honor them and everyone else who lost their lives or are fighting for their lives and those like me have won the battle for now.

I'm walking 100km for my lovely mom who passed away 07/12/24 with bowel cancer - discovered too late.

I’m walking 200 kms for mum who passed away 26.12.2025 with bowel cancer which wasn’t picked up

I'm walking 100km in memory of my grandmother, who died of bowel cancer

In memory of Rick

I'm walking for my dad who passed away in 2010 and support the rest of my whanau with cancer ...

I'm walking 100km for the memory of my mum who passed away in 2016 from this disease. Xx

I'm walking to thank bowel cancer nz for the great support during my own illness. Thank you 😊 🙏 💓

I’m soothes in memory of my great friend ms Nicki she fought a good fight and I want to do this in her memory

I'm walking 100km to honour those lives we've lost and to support Kiwis affected by bowel cancer.

I’m walking 100 kms to support the amazing mahi of Bowel Cancer NZ… a small way of giving back and saying thank you for supporting me through my own journey.

I’m walking 100km challenge for February to raise money for bowel cancer ♋️ for those who we have lost and for those who have fought and those fighting this disease so help me raise some funds.

I’m walking/running 100km challenge to support those who have had or have bowel cancer.

I’m walking 100 km this February in honour and memory of Sara Mutti 💛💛💛💛 As well as those who are or have been affected by bowl cancer. I hope what we can raise will help support those suffering this awful disease, and those doing the research to fight it.

I'm walking in honour of my husband and those who are going through or been through bowel cancer

I'm walking 200km to honour those lives we've lost and to support Kiwis affected by bowel cancer.

I'm walking to honour my partner, Matt who passed in August 2025 after being diagnosed only 3 months prior with stage 4 bowel cancer at the age of 46. Very much loved and missed every day.

I’m walking 100 km in honour of my husband, Mike, who passed in 2017. I hope what I can raise will support those suffering this awful disease, and those doing the research to fight it. Arohanui.

I am walking 100km for my Friend Natasha Gerbich, who has been battling this cancer and still is. She is very positive and a true inspiration. Love you girl.xxx

I'm walking 100kms to honor those who have had to deal with bowel cancer. Especially my uncles, Noel and Barry K; who are survivors ❤️

I'm doing this challenge in honour of my mother Betty Fogarty; mum died in October 1985 of secondary bowel cancer aged 57 years old.

I’m moving my butt in memory of my grandfather….Gargie who died of bowel cancer and mostly in support of my son Jordon who was diagnosed with bowel disease when he was just 17 years old. He has suffered many hospital admissions and annual colonoscopy’s and specialist appointments to get the right treatment for him to be able to live a normal life. I am extremely proud of the young man he has become and the achievements he’s made all while suffering from Ulcerative Colitis, Autoimmune Hepatitis and Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis. So Jords this is for you, love ma

I’m moving my butt first my lil sister Trish who lost a very hard fought 2 year battle. She was only 59 when she was ripped away from us. I miss her so much

I’m walking to raise $$ to help others beat bowel cancer. My namesake, Grandmother June died from this a year before I was born 🧡

Our Dad passed away at the young age of 64 in 2007 after suffering for some years with painful and debilitating bowel cancer. I'm walking 64kms in his honour.

I'm going to walk 100km in honor of my Mother in Law Sarah. You fought so hard to keep living life and so I will fight too. You are loved and missed so much 🖤

I'm walking 100km in memory of my wonderful husband Alan. You are missed every day, xx

I'm walking for all Kiwis impacted by bowel cancer.

I'm walking 200km to honour those lives we've lost and to support Kiwis affected by bowel cancer.

I’m moving my butt for my best friend, Jules. Her strength inspires me daily. Keep fighting, sis — this one’s for you. 💜

I'm walking for my friend Dylan to support him and his family in their battle to beat bowel cancer.

I'm walking in honour of everyone going through a bowel cancer journey, and for all those we've lost

I'm walking to honour those lives we've lost and to support Kiwis affected by bowel cancer.

I'm walking to honour those lives we've lost and to support Kiwis affected by bowel cancer.

I'm walking for my dad to honour his memory and support all Kiwis affected by this terrible disease.