WEDNESDAY,MARCH 8, 2023
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The mana of survival Erin Kavanagh-Hall
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When Emma Mitchell was diagnosed with Stage 3 bowel cancer, the Wairarapa Cancer Society was one of the first places she reached out to. “At the time, I was completely shell-shocked. I contacted the Cancer Society because I knew they were a safe place,” Emma said. “I’d seen them all over the TV – and I knew they knew their stuff. “I just walked right
on in. Jacinta [Buchanan – former centre manager] was fabulous. She welcomed me, reassured and comforted me – and made me feel like whanau right away.” Six years later and now in recovery, the mum-ofthree and health worker is determined to give back to the organisation which “wrapped [her] in love” during her cancer journey – and “carry the mana of those who have gone before”. Emma [Rangitāne, Muaūpoko] is one of the Survivor Champions for Relay For Life Wairarapa 2023, to be held at Clareville Showgrounds from March 25-26.
Relay For Life Survivor Champion Emma Mitchell – diagnosed with bowel cancer at just 30 years old.
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Relay For Life, held every two years, is one of the major community fundraisers for the Cancer Society: Allowing it to continue its community support services, education and advocacy work, and ongoing cancer research. As a Survivor Champion for Wairarapa, Emma, with fellow champion Matt Fryer, takes on the role of ambassador for Relay For Life within the community – as well as leading a relay team and walking in the opening Continued on page 4
Survivor Champion Matt Fryer, who recently completed treatment for testicular cancer. PHOTOS/SUPPLIED
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