1474 days ago

'Nauseating, shaking, shock': Stuff reporter Jo McKenzie-McLean on learning she has bowel cancer

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Otago News

The Cromwell mother-of-two was suffering from intense stomach pain and vomiting before being diagnosed in January.

"It is shocking that cancer patients, fighting for their lives, have to rely on the generosity and kindness of family, friends and strangers to get drugs to help treat this cruel disease that affects so many of us," Jo says.

"My heart is bursting with overwhelming love and gratitude for the support shown to me and my family. It is giving me a surge of strength and faith in my ability to fight this every step of the way."

Read Jo's story here.

Jo is fundraising to cover her medical bills. If you would like to contribute, visit her Givealittle page here.

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More messages from your neighbours
2 days ago

Show us your projects

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Whether it's craft, haberdashery, woodwork or upcycling, we'd love to see what you've been working on lately.
You may even spark someone else's creativity...

Tell us about your current project or show us a picture in the comments below...

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13 days ago

What's one highway or road that needs attention?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We've all been on a summer roadie and experienced first-hand the state of our roads.

If you've ever been stuck in a summer traffic jam, had near-misses on dangerous turns or feared for your life on clifftops (while the car behind you is tail-gating!) - you may have an opinion on this one.

Tell us what main road or highway you think needs some serious attention across the country, and why!

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3 days ago

🕵️‍♂️ Detective Mode ON! Can You Crack These Riddles? 🔍

Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

Two people are born at the same moment, but they don't have the same birthday, how?

Do you think you know the answer? Simply 'Like' this post if you know the answer and the big reveal will be posted in the comments at 2pm on the day!

Want to stop seeing these in your newsfeed?
Head here and hover on the Following button on the top right of the page (and it will show Unfollow) and then click it. If it is giving you the option to Follow, then you've successfully unfollowed the Riddles page.

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