On these pages, we pay tribute to those with breast cancer who have passed away and to those who fight tirelessly to ensure women in New Zealand receive the best care and treatment possible for breast cancer. 

 

BCAC farewells fearless fighter and beloved Metavivor Terre Nicholson

In October 2022 we were heartbroken to announce the passing of our beloved… click for more

BCAC mourns the loss of a true heroine

It is with great sadness that BCAC farewells and pays tribute to Mangalika… click for more

Jenny's legacy - raising awareness of inflammatory breast cancer

BCAC this week celebrates the passion and commitment of committee member Jenny… click for more

NZ breast cancer surgeon deserving recipient of honour

BCAC is thrilled that one of New Zealand’s foremost breast cancer researchers… click for more

A wonderful sister and mother

Anastasia (Stacy) Hinehopu Burnard lost her 11-year battle with breast cancer… click for more

Donna Morrison - Meeting life's challenges head on

Sadly, BCAC member group, the Rotorua Breast Cancer Trust (RBCT), recently lost… click for more

Ruta Alo - a tribute

Ruta Alo was a kind, quiet and humble person. She believed in tradition and… click for more

Sue Guthrie - A life well lived

BCAC is mourning the passing of its former Treasurer, Sue Guthrie, who recently… click for more

BCAC Chairwoman honoured

Breast cancer survivor and advocate honoured The Breast Cancer Aotearoa… click for more

Oncologist goes the extra mile

BCAC is delighted that Palmerston North oncologist, Dr Richard Isaacs, (… click for more