Breast Cancer Research Trust

Breast Cancer Research Trust A charitable Trust holding lives together through evidence-based breast cancer research.

The Trust’s continued support of both local and international research work has ensured that women in New Zealand have access to the latest research advances and that New Zealand remains at the forefront of international breast cancer research.

Kia Ora koutou! I’m Hina, and I’m a research nurse with the Breast Cancer Research Trust.I joined the Trust in early 202...
25/02/2026

Kia Ora koutou! I’m Hina, and I’m a research nurse with the Breast Cancer Research Trust.

I joined the Trust in early 2023, and I’ve loved being part of a team that works with our Waikato community to improve breast cancer outcomes.

My role is all about supporting people who take part in our clinical trials. I always make sure they feel informed, supported, and comfortable at every step, and that their values, voices, and whānau are respected and included throughout their journey. Being able to walk alongside participants during such an important time is a real privilege and a big part of why I love this mahi.

If you ever want to see me in action, be sure to check out the BBQ stall at our Pink Walk & Run!

Outside of mahi, I enjoy staying active as a way to reset and recharge, and I love to try new things, like new foods, new tv shows, or new hobbies. I’ve recently started scrapbooking and watching Bridgerton. No spoilers please 😄

Professor Ian Campbell and Research Nurse Jenni Scarlet, founders of the Breast Cancer Research Trust, have enabled mult...
18/11/2025

Professor Ian Campbell and Research Nurse Jenni Scarlet, founders of the Breast Cancer Research Trust, have enabled multiple clinical trials which have improved breast cancer care for Waikato women for over 25 years. The Trust has brought world‑class treatments and hope to many families.

In recognition of their exceptional contribution to health and wellbeing, they were jointly honoured with a 2025 Hamilton Civic Award, with Jenni receiving an additional award for her deeply personal advocacy.

Congratulations!

We’re proud to share that Professor Ian Campbell and Jenni Scarlet were recognised with a Highly Commended award at the ...
05/11/2025

We’re proud to share that Professor Ian Campbell and Jenni Scarlet were recognised with a Highly Commended award at the Love the Centre Awards - an honour that reflects their dedication and heart for our community.

While Jenni couldn’t be there in person, Paul Ellice kindly stood alongside Ian to represent the Trust. Their presence, and this recognition, speak volumes about the spirit of collaboration and care that drives our work.

Thank you to the organisers of Love the Centre - Hamilton Central for celebrating those who make a difference. We’re honoured to be among them.

Some partnerships are clever. Ours was a BrainchildFor three years, this brilliant team helped us shape stories that mat...
04/11/2025

Some partnerships are clever. Ours was a Brainchild

For three years, this brilliant team helped us shape stories that mattered. They didn’t just assist with PR, they infused our mission with clarity, courage, and a touch of magic.

And now, as they step away, we’re feeling all the things: grateful, proud, and a little misty-eyed.

To the Brainchild crew - THANK YOU, for being part of our story. You helped us speak louder, shine pinker, and walk further. We’ll miss your genius, but your fingerprints are all over the legacy we continue to build.

30/10/2025

The Pink Walk & Run was a powerful reminder of what happens when a community comes together with purpose. To every person who walked, ran, fundraised, and showed up in support - THANK YOU. Your energy and generosity have helped us raise vital funds for breast cancer research and support services.

To our incredible volunteers: you are the heartbeat of this event. From setup to final pack-down, your dedication made everything run smoothly. We couldn’t have done it without you.

We’ll be posting on Facebook once the official event photos are uploaded to our website. In the meantime, we’d love to see your own snapshots - tag so we can celebrate with you!

Together, we’ve made a difference. And together, we’ll keep walking toward a future where breast cancer is no longer a life sentence.

Thank you!
The Breast Cancer Research Trust Team

Gratitude in Every StepA huge thank you to Pride in Putaruru for hosting such a vibrant and heartfelt Pink Walk Putaruru...
28/10/2025

Gratitude in Every Step

A huge thank you to Pride in Putaruru for hosting such a vibrant and heartfelt Pink Walk Putaruru. Despite the weather the atmosphere was unforgettable.

From the man in blue walking for prostate awareness to the visitor from Taupō who now wants to join every year, the spirit of connection and cause was alive in every moment.

Your team was incredible, and we’re so grateful for the care and energy you poured into the event.

Swipe through the beautiful photos shared by Pride In Putaruru to relive the joy, colour, and community spirit that made this walk so special.

With heartfelt appreciation,
The Breast Cancer Research Trust Team

26/10/2025

Today, we pause to celebrate the power of work - not just in offices and on job sites, but in labs, clinics, homes, and communities.

At the Breast Cancer Research Trust, Labour Day reminds us that progress is a team effort. Researchers, clinicians, fundraisers, volunteers, and supporters - you all play a role in pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.

💗 Every trial launched.
💬 Every story shared.
🧬 Every dollar donated.
👣 Every step walked.

It all adds up to hope, time, and better outcomes for New Zealanders facing breast cancer.

This Labour Day, we honour the mahi behind the mission. Thank you for standing with us.

“I was 67 years old when she was called back after my normal yearly mammogram. I didn’t have any thoughts on being recal...
21/10/2025

“I was 67 years old when she was called back after my normal yearly mammogram.

I didn’t have any thoughts on being recalled, but when I was told there was a lump, the first thing I thought off was my husband. I felt lucky when the specialist said my cancer was in very early stages”.

My second eldest sister and youngest sister both head breast cancer. I was diagnosed with a grade 2, hormone receptor positive and HER2 negative breast cancer that was just over two centimetres in size. A small amount of cancer had spread to two of my six sentinel nodes.

Breast cancer, or any cancer, is prominent in Māori women, which is why I believe it is important for Māori women to get involved in the Trust's research trials. What is learnt from this research can help all women.

My hope for future generations is that we use knowledge-based information for better understanding of breast cancer."

Kataraina
Breast Cancer Survivor and Research Trial Participant
www.breastcancerresearch.org.nz

What happens when a real estate team swaps contracts for cupcakes and walking shoes? Magic. (Okay, not actual magic — ju...
21/10/2025

What happens when a real estate team swaps contracts for cupcakes and walking shoes? Magic. (Okay, not actual magic — just the kind powered by kindness, community, and a whole lot of pink.)

Last Thursday, Harcourts Riverlands turned up the heart and hustle with a bake sale and the Pink Walk North Waikato — and wow, did they deliver. From sweet treats to sweet moments, they helped raise vital funds for the Breast Cancer Research Trust, supporting life-saving research right here in Aotearoa.

To every sponsor, supporter, and pink-clad legend who showed up, thank you. You didn’t just walk — you made a statement. You reminded us that behind every step is a story, and behind every donation is hope.

Because when we walk together, we fund breakthroughs. We honour survivors. We stand up for those still fighting.

Let’s keep walking. Let’s keep showing up. Let’s keep turning pink into progress.

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20/10/2025

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“It’s amazing to see how far we’ve come in our 25 years. We’ve more than halved the death rate from breast cancer in New...
20/10/2025

“It’s amazing to see how far we’ve come in our 25 years. We’ve more than halved the death rate from breast cancer in New Zealand and we’ve hugely reduced the inequity and outcome by ethnicity, particularly for Maori and Pasifika women.

But we’ve still got a long way to go.

Our goal is a cure for breast cancer, and not just a cure but a cure with treatments that don’t leave women, or men, with too many side effects in the process.

The support we get from people attending our fundraising events like the Pink Walk & Run, from people organising their own fundraising events, from volunteering to help with our breast cancer op shop, it all raises money for the Breast Cancer Research Trust.

I encourage everyone to get out and enjoy the Pink Run/Walk. It's a good fun event, so I hope to see you all there.”

Professor Ian Campbell
Chair, Breast Cancer Research Trust

Join us in a sea of pink as we walk, run, and rally for breast cancer research. Every step you take helps fund research ...
16/10/2025

Join us in a sea of pink as we walk, run, and rally for breast cancer research. Every step you take helps fund research that reduces side effects and improves quality of life for those impacted by breast cancer across Aotearoa.

Whether you're walking with whānau, running for a loved one, or showing up in solidarity - your presence matters.

📅 30 October 2025
Entertainment from 4.30. Walk/Run starts at 5.45pm.
📍 Innes Common, Hamilton Lake
📝 www.pinkwalk.co.nz

Together, we stride toward hope, healing, and a future without breast cancer. Register now!

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