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C a n C e r S o C i e t y
Annual Report l 2010
Cancer Society of New Zealand
Canterbury-West Coast Division
Notice of Meeting
Notice is hereby given of the
79th Annual General Meeting
of the Cancer Society of New Zealand
Canterbury-West Coast Division Inc
to be held on
Monday 2 August 2010
at 6.00pm
in the Seminar Room, Cancer Society Centre,
246 Manchester Street, Christchurch
Refreshments will be served at 5.30pm prior to the meeting
Contents
Page
Chairman’s Report 1
Chief Executive’s Review 2
Treasurer’s Report 8
Income and Expenditure Analysis 9
Canterbury-West Coast Division Inc
Statement of Financial Performance 10
Statement of Movements in Equity 11
Statement of Financial Position 11
Auditor’s Statement 11
Canterbury-West Coast Division Trust Board
Statement of Financial Performance 12
Statement of Movements in Equity 12
Statement of Financial Position 13
Auditor’s Statement 13
Grants and Trusts 14
Directory 16
Front cover:
Liam Tyrell, Angus Simmons, Rahul George and Mitchell Cameron from St Bede’s
College happily exchanged a day of studies to become volunteer collectors on Daffodil
Day, marking the 14th year that the School has supported the Cancer Society on our
national appeal day.
CanCer SoCiety of new Zealand Canterbury-West Coast Division
Chairman’s Report
The year began in style with the opening options were looked at, among those
of Daffodil House by the Prime Minister explored have been to rent off-site
of New Zealand, the Honourable John space, convert parts of Davidson House
Key. This was a day to be remembered to accommodate staff, add a floor to
by all the guests who attended, including the current Cancer Society building,
among many others, His Worship the and demolish the current building and
Mayor of Christchurch Bob Parker and construct new offices. At the end of the
David Meates, the CEO of the Canterbury day none of these options were deemed
District Health Board. Daffodil House was cost effective. The final solution has been
blessed by both Kaumatua, Riki Pitama to make some minor changes to the
and the vicar of St. Mary’s in Merivale, existing Cancer Society building and to
Archdeacon Craufurd Murray, and all build a relocatable meeting room (with
present were blessed by a perfect sunny desperately-needed wheelchair access)
autumn day. Arguably, the highlight of on the small garden which lies between
the occasion was the beautiful singing Davidson House and the Cancer Society
of the Selwyn House School choir. It is Centre. Plans have been approved and
gratifying to note that since its opening, the resource consent process is under
Daffodil House has had almost total way.
occupancy, providing accommodation to It is my pleasure again to thank the
those cancer sufferers that need it in not Executive Committee for another year
only a functional, but also supportive and of hard work, and for bringing the Peter Davidson, Chairman of the Canterbury-
West Coast Division thanks patrons for attending
friendly environment. Congratulations strategic plan to a successful conclusion. the Cancer Society Emerald Dream Ball.
are to be extended to Clare Te Hau and They will now be ready to begin anew
her team for their extraordinary effort in with formulation of the next three year
getting this facility up and running. strategic plan! seen the opening of the St George’s
In parallel with the opening of As presented in the Chairman’s Report Cancer Care Centre. This has provided
Daffodil House, the Christchurch Sunrise from last year, Sir Allan Wright and some new challenges to the Division.
and Riccarton Rotary Clubs generously Margaret Reeve have resigned from the After some very constructive discussion
donated and presented a van for the Cancer Society. Their statesmanship and with members of the Cancer Care
transportation of patients between the wisdom have been missed. Nevertheless, Centre, the Cancer Society has been
accommodation facilities of the Cancer we have been fortunate to have two very able to provide a role in assisting with
Society and the Oncology Department capable replacements join the Executive. Cancer Society staff in the Centre,
at Christchurch Hospital. The driver for Adrian Te Patu and Hamish Devine transportation, and the organisation of
this van has been funded by the Cancer bring new dimensions to the meetings accommodation for out of town patients.
Society and this service has been so and have already shown their worth The funding of accommodation for out of
successful that the Executive has allowed in contributing their ideas in robust town cancer sufferers requiring radiation
for an increase in these driving services in discussion. We look forward to their therapy remains an issue. The Cancer
the coming year’s budget. continued and developing roles within Society and St George’s have co-operated
The Executive has worked hard to the Executive. to provide a substantial subsidy for this
complete the three year strategic plan, At the Executive table we have spent accommodation, and are jointly lobbying
with two major pieces of work. much time discussing the Cancer Society Central Government, the DHBs and
The first was the consideration of of New Zealand, in particular the lack of private insurance carriers to assist with
research and the revision of the Grants diversity within the National Board. To this accommodation.
Policy. The major change here was the try and improve the mix, the Executive Finally I would once again like to
introduction of three $15,000 grants to approved my replacement on the Board acknowledge Elizabeth Chesterman and
be awarded each year. These grants will be of CSNZ with Kathy Conlan, who brings her team of staff and volunteers. Their
focused on clinical researchers, who are a wealth of governance and policy setting work in alleviating the burden of cancer
unlikely to be successful in other grants skills. It is the belief of the Canterbury- in those unlucky enough to be affected
rounds due to a limited research track West Coast Division that her youth, by this disease is exceptional. We are truly
record. vigour and skill set will contribute greatly
fortunate to have such dedicated people
The second has been around the to the functioning and health of this
in the Canterbury-West Coast Division.
provision of additional space so Board, and through it the Cancer Society
desperately needed for Cancer Society of New Zealand. Peter Davidson
services and programmes. A number of Towards the end of the year we have Chairman
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Chief Executive’s Review
The first year of operation for Daffodil House has been an to those who lived a great distance from Christchurch. The
‘hotelier’s dream’ with occupancy at capacity levels as soon as purchase of these additional 23 rooms here at Daffodil House
renovations were completed. The official opening of our second is a very positive and welcome move. During my time on the
home-away-from-home for cancer patients in Christchurch Canterbury-West Coast Executive, we have recognised the
was held on Thursday 4 June 2009 – a happy celebration made wonderful financial support the rural communities have given.
even more memorable with the arrival of our special guest, the It has been a privilege to be involved with such a dedicated
Honourable John Key, Prime Minister of New Zealand. group of people and I retire on a very positive note. As I stated
Cancer Society volunteers had already taken up an at the start – I began with Davidson House and I finish with
opportunity to preview the premises during two open days Daffodil House – what more could I ask for?” Sir Allan Wright
in April, while considerable work on renovations including
The Division provided supported accommodation for 936
weather protection porches, construction of a community
patients from North and South Canterbury, West Coast, Nelson
lounge, office and reception area, and installation of signage,
and Marlborough regions in the year under review, 405 in our
alarms, an upgraded hot water supply and guttering, together
newest Daffodil House facility and 459 in Davidson House, now
with telecommunications links was undertaken.
12 years old – a marked increase on the 453 patients who were
Kaumatua, Riki Pitama and the Vicar of St Mary’s in Merivale,
accommodated in March 2000. With 26% of patients having
Archdeacon Craufurd Murray began with blessings while the
travelled from West Coast communities and 22% patients
neighbouring Selwyn House School choir sang the national
from South Canterbury we continue to reflect on the many
anthem and provided a delightful musical interlude charming
all the guests, including the Prime Minister. wonderful comments in the guestbook and letters from those
Mr Peter Davidson, Chairman of the Division’s Executive who have stayed in our facilities.
Committee, highlighted the rationale behind the purchase of “Thank you very much for all the kindness, care and
the property and the challenges the cancer community faces consideration throughout my 24 day stay in Daffodil House.
into the future. We have both been enriched by the experiences of our stay, the
Sir Allan Wright delivered a moving speech in which he characters we have met and the company we have enjoyed.”
acknowledged his own journey with cancer and the special “John and I wish to thank you for your kindness and care
pride he felt in his role on the Cancer Society Executive you gave us while at Daffodil House. It has been such an eye
Committee from the fundraising efforts in 1996 for Davidson opener to see the magnitude of volunteers and support given
House and concluding this year on his retirement with the – so sensitive and caring. We felt those suffering cancer and
purchase of Daffodil House. their supporters were really so much better off than those
P r i m e attending treatment and going home. There was such a spirit
Minister John of fun and caring encouraged by you and your team. We feel
Key’s ‘off the very privileged to have been at Daffodil House and had such
cuff’ but well wonderful support. We are truly grateful.” Bev & John Coates,
informed Greymouth
a d d r e s s Clare Te Hau, Manager of Cancer Society Accommodation
acknowledged Services says: ‘The addition of Daffodil House has given us the
the significant opportunity to offer a range of accommodation options that
role the Cancer allow us to more easily meet individual needs. As the thank-
Society plays you cards highlight, people who have had to leave their own
in supporting homes to receive treatment do appreciate the opportunity to
Prime Minister John Key and Sir Allan Wright, Cancer the delivery share with others going through the same experience.’
Society Executive member declare Daffodil House open. of cancer care
throughout New Zealand. Two guests currently staying in 0800 CANCER Helpline
Daffodil House, Sarah Hewer and Yan Chen, cut the celebratory Staffed by trained cancer information nurses, the 0800 CANCER
‘Daffodil cake’ on behalf of all the cancer patients – past, present Helpline service covers South Island regions from Bluff through
and future – served by the Cancer Society before inviting the to Kaikoura and Karamea. Calls to the Canterbury-West Coast
Prime Minister and Sir Allan Wright to cut the ribbon to declare Division team have trebled in the past three years.
Daffodil House officially open. A national independent study of this service has been
“I very much appreciate the opportunity I have today undertaken this year, involving telephone and written
to say a few words on behalf of the rural communities. My questionnaires and focus groups. Ethnicity data gathered across
first experience with the Society in 1997 was to chair the the entire New Zealand service reveals:
fundraising committee while Davidson House was being built. 73% of callers identify as New Zealand European
At that time I did not realise what an important part it was 6.2% as Maori
to play in providing a home away from home for those who 1.5% as Pacific Island
had to travel for treatment more than 100kms each way daily. 1.9% as Chinese
This was brought home to me when, in 2002, I was diagnosed 1.1% as Indian
with a cancer problem, and for 35 days I made the 60km trip 5.8% as other
each way from our home in Sheffield... no big deal really 1.5% refused to answer
but it highlighted to me how important such facilities were 8.5% were not asked
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Daffodil shuttle – a gift for cancer patients Christchurch Hospital re-development
The Cancer Society is
very supportive of the
proposed re-development
of Christchurch Hospital.
The far-reaching and
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learn more about
meeting the long term project? this significant
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health needs of people offer your opinion?
opportunity to ask
questions and
from throughout the friends and fami Canterbury- West Coast Division invites
The Cancer Society
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ask questions. affect you and a forum
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Our submissions
To be
Cranford Center, 115 held at the
Cranford Street, Chr
Christchurch Sunrise and Riccarton Rotary Club members join Cancer (part of the King’s
Church complex and istchurch
Society staff, with their shiny new people mover outside Daffodil House, stated “In the Thursday 22 April
next door to Engli
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RSVP to the Cancer
past, planning and The Cancer Society is ty 379 5835
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a home away from home for cancer patients from Canterbury, West
looking forward to
Coast, Nelson and Marlborough regions. development of health this significant redevelopment project. oming you to this forum to learn about
welc
services has tended Elizabeth Chesterman
Departing for an appointment
are Claudette Thitheridge with towards ad hoc and short Chief Executive
volunteer driver Dawn Gresham, term decision making.
both residents of Geraldine, This has resulted in inadequate and outdated
with staff member Kate Shearer
facilities soon after completion date, with no provision for the rapidly
who organises driving requests
in South Canterbury. With 22 changing health needs of the community and without the ability to
trips to date, Claudette has accommodate any new technological and medical advances. The
been driven by a number of CDHB, in addressing the land swap and consent issues, which have
volunteers during the course
stifled development in the past, are to be congratulated for “putting
of ongoing treatment. Dawn
has been a volunteer with the all their cards on the table” and working with the Christchurch City
Cancer Society since 1989. Council to plan for a modern, adaptable and adequate health facility
which maximises the site and takes the community’s health needs
seriously.
The Cancer Society provides a variety of support services on the
current site, including direct patient services and volunteer transport.
We receive numerous ‘complaints’ from patients and their family
members about the difficulty in negotiating the current hospital site,
A significant highlight for the Division this year was the gift in August of a brand new illogical and problematic placement of related services, parking and
12-seater transit van donated by two of the city’s Rotary Clubs – Christchurch Sunrise transport difficulties and over-crowded facilities. Whilst the Cancer
and Riccarton. Society works closely with the DHB and our community to address
This wonderful new shuttle has alleviated pressure on our extremely busy many of these ‘complaint’ issues (through the provision of volunteer
volunteer driving service and is a regular sight on city streets picking up passengers transport, funding to enhance facilities, provision of a shuttle service,
from Davidson and Daffodil Houses destined for the Christchurch Oncology Service. a significant collaborative project to build the Information and
Passenger numbers rose from 272 in September to 903 in March 2010. The work Learning Centre within the Oncology Department) much of this is
of the Society’s volunteer driving service continues however, as patients from suburbs ‘window dressing’ and only addresses the short term needs.”
throughout Christchurch, Banks Peninsula, North and Mid Canterbury travel to their The Cancer Society hosted an information meeting about
appointments with one of our wonderful 220 volunteer drivers at the wheel. the re-development proposal for its volunteers, clients and
supporters on 15 April 2010. Approximately 50 people
attended this meeting and asked many questions, posed a few
Participants overwhelmingly found the service to be of a high challenges and generally were very supportive of the proposal.
caliber, with the ability to access the service from anywhere in Issues around tree removal, the future of the Hagley Hostel
the country a real bonus. Results revealed that 366 callers found and the Resource Consent issues around building height and
the Helpline via the Internet, up from 57 in 2007, in tandem floor area were of little importance to this informed audience
with a three-fold increase in referrals from Cancer Society staff – their concern lay with finding the most viable solution to
and health professionals, also Cancer Society promotions and the community’s health needs and the current proposal was
advertising or family, friends and telephone directories. endorsed as a sensible and practical way forward.
Cancer information nurses from the Auckland, Wellington This submission was prepared on behalf of the staff,
and Christchurch Centres have now met to discuss the Executive Committee and volunteers of the Cancer Society.
recommendations arising from the survey, including greater It also recognised the unique needs of the people with cancer,
awareness of the service and access for those in marginalized now and in the future, who will require cancer treatment at
sectors and locations. Christchurch Hospital.
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Smokefree They are young, they are impressionable –
Christchurch Cancer Society Youth Ambassadors, involved in out of sight, out of mind
advocacy for a ban on tobacco displays in retail outlets, were
recognised for their efforts by Volunteering Canterbury as the
recipients of a Youth Award. In South Canterbury, our Timaru
Smokefree Youth Ambassadors won the Advocacy Award and
were runners-up in Youth Participation for an International
Heart of Relay Awards for their work and involvement at the
Timaru Relay for Life event in 2009.
The adoption of a Smokefree Playgrounds Policy by the
Waimate District Council – the first district council in South
Canterbury to make the move – was a significant milestone,
while the Christchurch City Council’s adoption of a Smokefree
Outdoor Areas Policy covering playgrounds, parks, sports
Canterbury Smokefree Youth Ambassadors Richie Clarke,
grounds and Council-run events resulting from the benefits Luke Roberts, Malachi Batchelor and Jamie Poole
in partnering for a Smokefree Canterbury with Christchurch
City Council.
An evaluation of the Hornby Smokefree Community
Project by the Canterbury District Health Board also led to the
successful extension of this project until 2011 with funding
by Partnership Health PHO. Our ongoing partnership with
Partnership Health PHO in Christchurch is a great example of
a successful and productive working relationship in the spirit
of the Cancer Control Strategy.
Cancer Connect
The Canterbury-West Coast Division continues to manage the
Smokefree Youth Ambassadors present their banner with signatures to
Cancer Connect service New Zealand-wide, linking patients
local MP Jo Goodhew
with trained support volunteers who have experienced a
similar cancer. Fifteen new volunteers have joined 68 other
Cancer Connect volunteers from Kaitaia to Bluff in offering
this confidential, anonymous service, each prepared to share
what the experience was like for them. This year 183 cancer
connections have been made and, while medical advice is not
given, patients have overwhelmingly found the service of great
value. From the comfort of one’s home, telephone discussions
may centre on decision-making around treatments, partner/
family issues, emotions, children, sexuality, self esteem and
body image, available support and much more. No-one can
answer such questions unless they have been there themselves,
which highlights the real benefit of this service. South Canterbury Smokefree Youth Ambassadors
Designed to give young people a voice, the ‘Out of Sight, Out of Mind’ campaign
aims to remove tobacco products from prominent in-store displays and marketing to
children across New Zealand, and it’s gaining momentum.
Groups of Cancer Society Smokefree Youth Ambassadors, now well established in
Christchurch, Timaru and Greymouth, have been busy collecting signatures, gaining
support, meeting with MPs and featuring in publicity campaigns and news stories
across the region.
Students from St Bede’s College and Discovery One School in Christchurch
were the first to come on board with five Ambassadors; this year 24 Ambassadors
representing six secondary schools across Christchurch are involved.
In Timaru, 12 young people meet regularly at the Cancer Society Centre in their
own time to develop an action plan involving visits to primary schools, gaining support
with signatures on postcards and banners, along with a visit to their local MP Jo
Thirty-six wig stands were generously handcrafted for the South Goodhew. Each benefits by the skills they develop – leadership, communication,
Canterbury Centre by Bob Yellowlees, a member of the Wellington Guild
advocacy, lobbying, working with the media, and project planning – to stand them
of Woodworkers. Bob originally made one for a family member who had
lost hair as a result of undergoing cancer treatment. Women are usually in good stead for the future.
advised to put their wigs on a preserving jar when not wearing them to Our Smokefree Youth Ambassadors not only bring a young face to the Cancer
keep their shape, but these elegantly crafted natural wood stands can Society, but their work across the country has helped to put the issue of young people
grace the most stylish of bedrooms. The Centre loans these to women for as becoming addicted to smoking back on the agenda. The tide may be turning.
long as they need them.
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Research To the Cancer Society –
The Division contributed almost $500,000 towards cancer Canterbury-West Coast Division
research this year, the largest portion devoted to the Society’s I am writing this letter
national research grants. to thank you for the
At a local level, five promising students participating in sponsorship of my summer
the ten–week Summer Studentship Programme were assisted studentship project.
with grants of $4,500 each. Hosted by the University of Otago, I am currently working
Christchurch, the Programme encourages students to take up a on the project ‘Impact of
career in medical research by way of an introduction to research Obesity-related factors on
methods in a field of interest to them – public health, clinical, research to chemotherapy
or laboratory–based research. in colorectal cancer’ with
Recognising the difficulty for students in accessing funds, the the Angiogenesis and
Division was keen to encourage oncology research, along with Cancer Research Group
fostering research habits and showing students that research at the University of Otago,
can be an interesting part of their work. Christchurch.
Much of the money spent on research goes to molecular With rising obesity Students Ken Khye Ng, Bree McCallum, Sarah
(laboratory) research, and two of the students assisted by the rates both worldwide and Murphy and Holly Mills with Cancer Society
Cancer Society in this research programme were in this field, Chief Executive Elizabeth Chesterman.
within New Zealand many Absent: Anna van Pomeren
with two others involved in clinical research and the fifth in diseases that have been
psychosocial research. linked to obesity such as colorectal cancers are on the rise. It is therefore important
Sarah Murphy’s research on support in hospital was partly that these patients are given the appropriate treatment.
funded by the Cancer Society as well as by a generous donation It is hoped that this project will lead to an insight into the different responses
from Mr Alister Smyth, a cancer survivor. Alister also contributed to chemotherapy of cells containing obesity-related factors, compared with those
to the research undertaken by Holly Mills. that do not.
Research by student Anna van Pomeran was funded by the I personally know several people who have been affected by colorectal cancer
Society’s Buller Support Group, while Ken Khye Ng’s project and therefore it is a great privilege to be given the opportunity to be involved in
was funded by the Ashburton Support Group and the Rangiora this research and hope our findings can lead the way towards a much improve
Support Group-Bequest Fund supported the project by Bree outcome for these patients.
McCallum. Once again I thank you for your sponsorship of this project and hope you
None of these valuable research activities could happen can make it to the final presentations where I will present the findings of the
without the generosity of our community as well as the research.
Division’s wide range of fundraising activities throughout the Holly Mills
year.
SunSmart
A grant for new SunSmart teaching resources for all primary
and intermediate schools in the region was received from the
Southern Trust. This grant will enable a new resource package
to be available in every classroom throughout the region over
the course of 2010.
Twenty–five percent of Canterbury and West Coast primary
and intermediate schools have now received official SunSmart
Accreditation from the Cancer Society. The accreditation
recognises schools that have comprehensive sun safety policies
and practices in place to protect staff and students from skin
cancer.
Southern Woods Tree Nursery & Greymouth Nurseries are
acknowledged for their ongoing support to the SunSmart
Schools Accreditation Programme in providing a free shade
tree to every accredited school.
In November we saw the launch of the Outdoor Workers Templeton School has adopted SunSmart policies
Campaign, which continued throughout summer.
The Division also appointed its first health promotion intern Health Board and Community & Public Health that looks
this year - a three month post designed to offer an opportunity at coordinating and supporting health promotion in South
for a recent graduate wanting a career in public health /health Canterbury for child and youth, across all educational settings.
promotion to experience work within a non–government
organisation. Physical Activity and Nutrition
We also have ongoing SunSmart involvement in WAVE A supermarket intervention was run in partnership with the
(Wellbeing and Vitality in Education), an inter–sectoral Hokitika New World Supermarket during mid 2009 – this was
framework jointly funded by the South Canterbury District a pilot for work planned for 2010/11.
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Fundraising
Volunteers were involved in many fundraising and promotional The event was inspired by a young colleague who had been
activities throughout the year and were well supported by diagnosed with bowel cancer. The feedback and support for
our generous Canterbury and West Coast communities. the first Tranz Alpine Scooter Safari resulted in an avalanche
These included the Ellerslie Flower Show (March 2010); of enthusiasm and entries from riders wanting to be involved
Christchurch House & Garden Tours (March 2010); Wedding again this year.
Show (September 2009 and March 2010 in Christchurch and An idea devised by a Christ’s College student grew into a
September in Reefton); Otahuna Daffodil Days; Hawarden Art mass sponsored hair shaving event involving 66 other students
in a Garden; Recycle Boutique of pre–loved clothes at the West raising $14,681 for the Cancer Society. We were also the
Coast Centre in Greymouth (July 2009); Ballantynes Timaru recipient of funds raised at a public open day at the new Control
car parking collection; Timaru Scottish Society; “Untouchable Tower at Christchurch Airport, hosted by Christchurch Airways.
Girls” Topp Twins Film Premier Greymouth (31 March); Two Relay for Life events were held this year, the first
Whitebait fundraiser at Wild Foods Festival Hokitika; Goodman alcohol-free Relay for Life in Greymouth on 20/21 February.
Fielder donation in recognition of milkman Ian and Carol Despite hitting the headlines, the Relay event proved to be
Wall’s 25 year service to the Hokitika district; South Canterbury both enjoyable and successful. Among the teams was a group
Rural Volunteers Day in Tekapo in March of working women, all members of the New Beginnings support
The Emerald Dream Ball in Christchurch in June attracted group which meets each month at the West Coast Centre.
620 guests and was successful in raising $48,000, including the Christchurch’s Relay for Life on 6/7 March drew a record
proceeds from an auction on the night. number of teams to celebrate the lives of those living with
The week prior to this, a daring excursion involving 30 tiny cancer, remember and honour those who have been lost to
scooters on a 10–hour journey from Christchurch to Hokitika cancer, and fight back against a disease that affects one in three
– an innovative Air New Zealand engineering crew initiative New Zealanders.
across the Southern Alps - raised $10,000 for the Cancer Society.
Volunteers Robin Oakley and Alison Kinnard on duty at one of the open Balloons release into a sunlit sky for the start of the Relay for Life
homes featured in the Christchurch House & Garden Tours, in partnership Greymouth
with the Look Good Feel Better programme
Movember All kitted out for another day at the coal face
are Corey Fraser, West Coast health promoter;
Our West Coast Centre marked Movember Anne Hines, West Coast Coordinator Health
with a new and innovative partnership Promotion; Martin Witt, Manager Health
Promotion & IT Services; and Stephen Roach,
with Pike River Coal which involved both Business Manager. Cancer Society staff visited
Stephen Roach (Business Manager) and Pike River Coal during the Movember health and
Martin Witt (Health Promotion and IT wellness campaign. 88 percent of mine workers
Manager) in a trip to the mine and a close participated in the Shave Off which began with a
shave! breakfast, while a function held later at Speights
Ale House enabled those who were working at
the coal face to join in.
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During the year we said a sad farewell to Jessica Staniland
(Christchurch support services), Stewart Walter (Westport
Community Liaison) and Rebecca Michelle (administration
support in South Canterbury), and welcomed new staff members
Catherine Dwan, Frankie Roake, Tony Bradley, Raewyn-Ann
Ford, Sally Hall and Chris Cuff.
Thanks also to Wendy Barker, Vanessa Hughes, Ruth Taylor,
Rex Graham and Amy Hely for supporting us with short term
contract work throughout the year.
We also accepted the resignations of Margaret Reeve and
Sir Allan Wright, long-serving members of the Executive
Committee, both of whom received citations at the Annual
Stepping out for Daffodil Day in Greymouth
General Meeting in August. We welcome new members Adrian
Te Patu and Hamish Devine to the Executive Committee.
Marcia Westcott
(left), a Christchurch-
based volunteer was
recognized at the
Volunteering Canterbury
‘Volunteer Recognition
Awards 2009’. In the
past 15 years Marcia
has drawn on her vast
experience working in
the corsetry industry
as a volunteer for
our prosthesis fitting
Tranz Alpine Scooter Safari service. Another string
to Marcia’s bow is as a beautician, and she uses these valuable skills as a
volunteer for the Look Good Feel Better workshops. Marcia is congratulated
by Cancer Society Support Services Coordinator Kathy Inns.
The challenges of cancer prevention, diagnosis, treatment,
palliative care and research continue to increase and likewise
the role of the Cancer Society in meeting these challenges. This
last year has challenged the staff and volunteer team to find new
ways to do old things, become more creative in meeting needs
with limited resources and through advocacy ensuring that
our community’s voice is heard in the ‘right places at the right
time’. The Cancer Society of New Zealand, Canterbury-West
Coast Division is fortunate that its loyal and dedicated staff and
A candle vigil at Relay for Life Christchurch volunteers and its generous supporters believe these challenges
can be met and managed. In closing, I want to sincerely thank
People and places the Cancer team for working with me to ensure we continually
Our new base in Ashburton at 175 Burnett Street opened on strive to meet our mission to reduce the incidence and impact
September 21 offering a central and easily locatable Cancer of cancer and ensure the best cancer care for everyone in New
Society Centre in Mid Canterbury. Of the more than 25 new Zealand.
volunteers who have come on board, some are now providing Elizabeth Chesterman
reception duties. The Farmers department store in Ashburton
donated $10,800 to the new Centre as part of the store’s
centenary last year while local firms 100% Stewart and Holland
and The Courier provided a heat pump to keep volunteers and
patients warm in winter and cool in summer.
At the culmination of another very busy year, I wish to
acknowledge to the 720 loyal and hardworking Canterbury and
West Coast volunteers. Without their dedication and energy,
the Cancer Society would struggle to offer the services it does
to those in central and outlying Canterbury and West Coast
communities
In February we paid tribute to Christine Hope, coordinator
of volunteer driver services in Christchurch for 25 years of
loyal service, while Mary-lin Crawford resigned as coordinator
although continues as a volunteer of our Geraldine Support
Group after 10 years of service. A glittering line-up of Cancer Society staff at the Emerald Dream Ball
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Treasurer’s Report
For the year ended 31 March 2010
The 2010 financial year result given that the expenditure includes a distribution to the
has been an excellent Trust Board of $500,000.
year for the Division. The Trust Board has had an extremely positive year, with
Revenue for the year investment markets improving during the year resulting in
is up approximately a significant increase in the value of investments held. These
$955,000. Two major investments continue to be managed by Craigs Investment
contributors to this Partners. In addition, during the current year the Trust Board
increased revenue received rent from the Division for Daffodil House.
are bequests, which The Division and the Trust Board are in a strong position
are up approximately financially, which will enable the Division to continue to meet
$440,000 and revenue the increasing demands for services that have become apparent
for Daffodil/Davidson over recent years.
House accommodation, Every year in the Treasurer’s Report I like to thank those
which is up people who contribute to the success of the Canterbury-West
approximately $475,000 Coast Division of the Cancer Society. This year is no exception
as a consequence of and I would like to thank the Chief Executive, the staff and
purchasing Daffodil the volunteers who have continued to work tirelessly to ensure
D W P McCone House at the end of the the needs of all those people who require support from the
Treasurer last financial year. Division are met.
Total expenditure Over the last couple of years as the world has faced some
for the year is up approximately $63,000. This expenditure significant economic challenges, I have often expressed my
includes a distribution to the Trust Board of $500,000. Last concern about the Division’s ability to successfully raise the
year’s distribution to the Trust Board was $1,000,000. Adjusting funds required to operate each year from a community who
for these distributions to the Trust Board, operating expenditure have endured the financial burden of a reasonably significant
for the year has increased by approximately $560,000. recession. It is extremely humbling to note, when reviewing
Approximately $400,000 of this increased expenditure has been the income from our fundraising activities and donations, a
incurred in provision of the Daffodil House accommodation; significant increase in revenue from these combined sources
the balance reflects the increased demand for the Division’s over the last year. Consequently my final thank-you goes
services throughout the year, particularly in respect of support to the many people and organisations who support the
services, which have increased by approximately $85,000. Division financially through their continued donations and
The Division has reported a deficit for the year of $90,872. contributions to our many fundraising activities.
This includes a depreciation charge of $135,125, resulting in a D W P McCone
cash surplus for the year of $44,253. This is a very satisfactory Treasurer
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Cancer Society of New Zealand Canterbury-West Coast Division Inc
In an effort to provide a
Income analysis for the year ended 31/3/10 $ % consistent presentation
of financial information
Accommodation 847,894 20.0%
across the Divisions of
Bequests 1,396,805 32.9% the Cancer Society, it has
been agreed the following
Donations & Grants 456,092 10.8% analysis will feature in
Investment 29,399 0.7% the Annual Report of
each Cancer Society
Other Fundraising 1,422,819 33.6% Division. Annual Reports
for consecutive years
Sundry 86,629 2.0% will therefore be able to
present comparative data.
TOTAL INCOME 4,239,638 100.0%
Expense analysis for the year ended 31/3/10 $ %
Accommodation 833,047 21.7%
Administration 250,208 6.5%
Fundraising 493,023 12.9%
Health Promotion 582,799 15.2%
Research 399,520 10.4%
Sundry 58,462 1.5%
Supportive Care 1,148,297 30.0%
Volunteers 65,154 1.7%
3,830,510 100.0%
Distribution to Trust 500,000
TOTAL EXPENDITURE 4,330,510
Net Operating Surplus/(Deficit) (90,872)
Cancer Society of new Zealand Canterbury-west Coast division inc Cancer Society of new Zealand Canterbury-west Coast division inc
Income Breakdown for the year ended 31 March 2010 Expense Breakdown for the year ended 31 March 2010
Sundry Volunteers
2% 2%
Accommodation Accommodation
20% 22%
Other Fundraising Supportive Care
33% 30%
Administration
7%
Sundry
1%
Investment Bequests Fundraising
1% 33% Research 13%
10%
Donations & Grants Health Promotion
11% 15%
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CanCer SoCiety of new Zealand Canterbury-West Coast Division
Cancer Society of New Zealand
Canterbury-West Coast Division Inc
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE
For the Year Ended 31 March 2010
Income 2010 2009
Bequests and Legacies 1,396,805 954,457
Cancer Society Shop – Gross Profit 23,705 32,683
Daffodil/Davidson House Accommodation 847,894 373,200
Donations 367,954 251,105
Grants Income 88,138 32,814
Fundraising & Appeals 1,422,819 1,462,508
Interest Received 29,399 114,268
Membership Subscriptions 2,378 1,622
Sundry Income 17,382 17,483
4,196,474 3,240,140
Less Expenditure
Cancer Society of NZ Research Levy 325,000 325,000
Cancer Society of NZ Health Promotion Levy 130,000 130,000
Cancer Society of NZ Support Services Levy 27,000 27,000
Support Services 744,473 657,009
Daffodil/Davidson House 792,226 387,549
Information & Learning Centre 56,394 54,012
Health Promotion/Information and Resources 351,675 326,987
Mid Canterbury Community Liaison 52,085 42,550
North Canterbury Community Liaison 33,077 35,785
South Canterbury Centre 266,595 252,077
West Coast Centre 178,427 170,828
Fundraising & Appeals 534,195 485,116
Occupancy Expenses 126,754 99,594
Special Grants 590,164 1,132,160
Volunteer Services 41,032 43,895
Professional Fees 25,095 37,804
Cancer Society Shop 13,154 16,956
$4,287,346 $4,224,322
Net Operating Surplus/(Deficit) (90,872) (984,182)
Net Surplus/(Deficit) Transferred to Equity ($90,872) ($984,182)
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Cancer Society of New Zealand
Canterbury-West Coast Division Inc
STATEMENT OF MOVEMENTS IN EQUITY
For the Year Ended 31 March 2010
2010 2009
Equity at 1 April 2009 5,124,408 6,180,590
Total Recognised Revenues and Expenses for period
Add Net Surplus/(Deficit) for year (90,872) (984,182)
Equity as at 31 March 2010 $5,033,536 $5,124,408
Cancer Society of New Zealand
Canterbury-West Coast Division Inc
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION
As at 31 March 2010
2010 2009
Equity $5,033,536 $5,124,408
Equity is represented by:
Current Assets
Cash on Hand 1,800 700
Bank Accounts 184,185 223,138
Sundry Debtors 137,123 90,471
Prepayments 19,794 15,075
Stock on Hand 40,926 41,839
Short Term Deposits 734,640 732,502
1,118,468 1,103,725
Property Plant and Equipment 4,350,559 4,335,433
Total Assets 5,469,027 5,439,158
Less Current Liabilities
Sundry Creditors 417,253 300,513
Funds Held 18,238 14,237
435,491 314,750
Net Assets (as above) $5,033,536 $5,124,408
We have reviewed the summarised financial information to be included in the 2010 Report to Members and
are satisfied that it has been properly extracted from the audited financial statements for the year ended 31
March 2010.
Ernst & Young
Chartered Accountants
Full copies of the audited Annual Accounts and accompanying notes are available upon request and can also
be viewed at our centres in Christchurch, Ashburton, Greymouth and Timaru.
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CanCer SoCiety of new Zealand Canterbury-West Coast Division
The Cancer Society of New Zealand
Canterbury-West Coast Division Trust Board
The Cancer Society of New Zealand Canterbury-West Coast Division Trust Board is a Charitable Trust
incorporated under the Charitable Trust Act 1957 and was established in 1995 with the purpose of providing
a capital base to assist in funding the on-going activities of the Cancer Society of New Zealand Canterbury-
West Coast Division Inc.
The Trustees of The Cancer Society of New Zealand Canterbury-West Coast Division Trust Board are the
members of the Executive Committee of the Cancer Society of New Zealand Canterbury-West Coast Division
Inc. The Chairman of the Trust Board is Mr Peter Davidson.
The Cancer Society of New Zealand
Canterbury-West Coast Division Trust Board
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE
For the Year Ended 31 March 2010
Investment Income 2010 2009
Interest 157,851 283,561
Dividends 33,103 83,886
Rent – Daffodil House 140,000 –
Realised Gains on Sale of Investments – 33,782
330,954 401,229
Investment Expenses
Administration 247 (7)
Property 30,560 –
Realised Loss on Sale of Investments 55,680 –
Depreciation 67,252 –
153,739 (7)
Operating Surplus for the year 177,215 401,236
Plus Distribution from Division 500,000 1,000,000
Net Surplus/(Deficit) for the year $677,215 $1,401,236
STATEMENT OF MOVEMENTS IN EQUITY
For the Year Ended 31 March 2010
Equity as at 1 April 2009 6,707,656 5,855,633
Plus Net Surplus/(Deficit) for the year 677,215 1,401,236
Plus Movement in Investments at market value over cost 336,715 (549,213)
Total Recognised Revenue & Expenses for the Year 1,013,930 852,023
Equity as at 31 March 2010 $7,721,586 $6,707,656
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CanCer SoCiety of new Zealand Canterbury-West Coast Division
The Cancer Society of New Zealand
Canterbury-West Coast Division Trust Board
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION
As at 31 March 2010
Current Assets 2010 2009
National Bank of New Zealand Ltd Cheque Account 512,675 94,877
National Bank of New Zealand Ltd Call Account 46,455 116,671
Accrued Interest & Dividends 39,067 32,221
GST Receivable – 437,499
598,197 681,268
Short Term Deposits National Bank of NZ Ltd 254,308 –
Investments
Mortgages 43,750 125,000
Debenture Stock 1,952,705 1,506,418
NZ Government Inflation Indexed Bonds 313,562 303,486
Shares 1,054,954 591,484
3,364,971 2,526,388
Property Plant and Equipment 3,507,027 3,500,000
Total Assets of Trust Board $7,724,503 $6,707,656
Less Current Liabilities 2,917 –
Net Assets $7,721,586 $6,707,656
Represented by:
Accumulated Funds 7,227,407 6,550,192
Investment Fluctuation Reserve 494,179 157,464
Equity as at 31 March 2010 $7,721,586 $6,707,656
We have reviewed the summarised financial information to be included in the 2010 Report to Members and
are satisfied that it has been properly extracted from the audited financial statements for the year ended 31
March 2010.
Ernst & Young
Chartered Accountants
Full copies of the audited Annual Accounts and accompanying notes are available upon request and can also
be viewed at our centres in Christchurch, Ashburton, Greymouth and Timaru.
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Grants distributed by the Division 2009 – 2010
Grants to the Cancer Society of New Zealand Research Group, University of Otago, Christchurch – Research project
National levy towards scientific cancer research ($325,000) ‘Analysis of suppressor cell numbers and function in cancer patients.’
($5000 contribution by Cancer Society Rangiora Group–Bequest Fund) ($5000) (Funded by Cancer Society Rangiora Group– Bequest Fund)
National levy towards Health Promotion programmes ($130,000) Dr Peter Sykes, Department Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Christchurch
Women’s Hospital – Research project ‘Plasma and Serum Vascular
National levy towards Support Services programmes ($27,000) Endothelial Growth Factor Levels in Women with Gynaecological Cancers’
($5000) (Funded by Cancer Society Rangiora Group–Bequest Fund)
Grants to Equipment, Service and Projects
Look Good Feel Better – Contribution to programme costs for
women experiencing cancer ($2179)
Psychosocial Oncology New Zealand (PONZ) Conference
sponsorship, Dunedin ($500)
Grants to Professional Development and
Education
Pam Allan, Physiotherapist, Timaru – ‘Pink Pilates Programme
Education & Certification’, Auckland ($2000)
Dr Suzanne Benjies, Research Fellow, Department Pathology,
University of Otago, Christchurch – 7th European Cytogenetics
Conference, Stockholm, Sweden ($4000)
Gregory Betzel, PhD Student, Physics & Astronomy Department,
University of Canterbury – American Association of Physicists in
Medicine Meeting, Anaheim, USA, ($1557)
Staff members Rae Noble-Adams and Gabrielle Hall, and Desma Dawber, Ann Bradley, RN, Radiation Oncology Services, Christchurch
Oncology Nurse Specialist, South Canterbury DHB attended the Australian Hospital – 19th Scientific Meeting/Australasian Brachytherapy Group,
National Cancer Care Conference in Surfers Paradise in March, bringing Melbourne Australia ($1200)
back many ideas for improving cancer co-ordination in the region.
Lil Convery, Patient Support/Green Prescription, Canterbury West
Coast Regional Sports Trust – World Conference of Health Equity &
Grants to Research Sustainability/International Union for Health Promotion, Geneva
($5000)
University of Otago, Christchurch Summer Studentships, Research
Projects ($22,500 – 5 projects @ $4500 each) Dr Margaret Currie, Research Fellow, Department of Pathology,
University of Otago, Christchurch – American Association of Cancer
r ‘Is the routine treatment of young women with CIN2 necessary?
Research 101st Annual Conference, Washington DC, USA ($1500)
A retrospective study of outcome in women under the age of 25 with
CIN2 managed conservatively.’ Student: Bree McAllum, supervised Dr Gabi Dachs, Senior Research Fellow, University of Otago,
by Dr Peter Sykes and Helene Macnab. (Funded by Cancer Society Christchurch – British Association for Cancer Research 50th Meeting,
Rangiora Group – Bequest Fund) Edinburgh, Scotland ($2000)
r ‘Impact of obesity-related factors on response to chemotherapy in colorectal Dr Sarah Gunningham, Pathology-Postdoctoral Research Fellow,
cancer.’ Student: Holly Mills, supervised by Dr Gabi Dachs and Dr University of Otago, Christchurch – American Association of Cancer
Margaret Currie. (Funding contribution from Mr Alister Smyth). Research 101st Annual Conference, Washington DC, USA ($1500)
r ‘The needs of cancer patients with life-limiting illness. A survey of Dianne Harker, Research Nurse/Study Co-ordinator, Department
patient needs and sources of support in Christchurch.’ Student: Sarah Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Christchurch Women’s Hospital –
Murphy, supervised by Dr David Gibbs, Dr Bridget Robinson and Psychosocial Oncology Conference, Dunedin ($510)
Kate Grundy. (Funding contribution from Mr Alister Smyth). Sharyn Heath, Clinical Therapy Services, SCDHB, Timaru Hospital
r ‘Is Neuropilin-1 expression on the T regulatory cells of patients with – 8th Australasian Lymphology Conference, Melbourne, Australia
colorectal cancer involved with inefficient immune surveillance?’ Student: ($1500)
Ken Khye Ng Supervised by Dr Sarah Gunningham, Dr Barry Hock, Theona Ireton, Kaitiaki-Oncology Services, CDHB-Maori Health
Dr Neil Lambie, Dr Judy McKenzie and Dr Margaret Currie. (Funded Team – National Maori Cancer Forum 2009, Rotorua ($750)
by the Cancer Society Ashburton Group).
Carolyn Kardos, Senior Dosimetrist RT, Oncology Services,
r ‘The role of myeloid-derived cells in tumour blood vessel formation.’ Christchurch Hospital – 19th Scientific Meeting/Australasian
Student: Anna van Pomeran, supervised by Dr Margaret Currie, Dr Brachytherapy Group, Melbourne, Australia ($1200)
Barry Hock, Dr Kasia Mackenzie, Dr Sarah Gunningham and Dr Judy
McKenzie. (Funded by the Cancer Society Buller Group). Helen Morrin, Curator, Cancer Society Tissue Bank, Department of
Pathology, University of Otago, Christchurch – International Society
for Biological & Environmental Repositories Meeting, Netherlands
Cancer Society Tissue Bank ($1716)
Operational costs of the Christchurch Hospital-based Cancer
Society Tissue Bank ($17,250) (Contribution of $5000 by Cancer Radiation Oncology Department, Christchurch Hospital –
Society Rangiora Group – Bequest Fund) Contribution towards attendance of Michelle Graham & Sneha
Narayan, Radiation Therapists, at COSA 2009/The 36th Annual
Dr Jacqui Keenan, Senior Research Fellow, Department of Surgery, Scientific Meeting of Clinical Oncological Society of Australia,
University of Otago, Christchurch – Research project ‘Do bacteroides Coolangata, Australia ($1000)
fragilis outer membrane vesicles increase the risk of colorectal cancer?’
($3245) ($3000 contribution from The Lady Tait Charitable Trust) Emma Rawson, Maori Health Promoter, Cervical Screening
Programme, CDHB – National Maori Cancer Forum 2009, Rotorua ($750)
Dr Judith McKenzie, Senior Scientist/Honorary Fellow, Haematology Social Work Services, Christchurch Hospital – Contribution towards
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attendance of Kay McGirr, Valerie McDonald & Lydia Bras at National Jones Foundation – for general cancer services ($10,000)
Maori Cancer Forum 2009, Rotorua ($750) EG and DM Kerr Charitable Trust – for general services in South
Jidi Sun, Master Thesis Research Student, Physics & Astronomy Canterbury ($500)
Department, University of Canterbury – Engineering & Physical
Sciences in Medicine & the Australian Biomedical Engineering College Lion Foundation – for power expenses at Davidson House, Daffodil
Conference (EPSM-ABEC 2009), Canberra, Australia ($560) House and Cancer Society Centre ($15,000)
Jan Sullivan, Genetic Associate, Department Clinical Genetics, Mainland Foundation – for TV/DVD/Video at Daffodil House
Southern Regional Genetic Services, Christchurch Women’s Hospital – ($1856)
BCRA Conference/The 3rd International Symposium on Hereditary McKenzie Charitable Trust – set up costs for the Cancer Society
Breast and Ovarian Cancer, Montreal, Canada ($1000) Mid Canterbury Centre ($9540)
Maria Waterson, Breast Care Specialist, CDHB, Christchurch – 12th
Midland Masonic Lodge – for general cancer services in South
National Breast Care Nurses Conference, Sydney Australia ($1150)
Canterbury ($2600)
Grants received from Trusts and Foundations Paramount Charitable Trust – for general cancer services ($4000)
2009 – 2010 Sand Dunes Classic Trust – for West Coast patients requiring
P A Blakemore Charitable Trust – towards volunteer driving accommodation in Christchurch ($3000)
service in South Canterbury ($3000)
The Southern Trust – SunSmart Schools Accreditation Programme
Phyllis Campion Charitable Trust – for general cancer services
resources into schools in the Division ($18,778)
($2000)
Rebecca Maude Chalmers Charitable Trust – costs associated St Francis Charitable Trust – for general cancer services ($15,629)
with Relaxation Classes in South Canterbury ($1400) The Lady Tait Charitable Trust – for cancer research ($3000)
Community Trust of Mid & South Canterbury – volunteer driver Temuka Nifty Thrift Charitable Trust – for general cancer
expenses in the South and Mid Canterbury areas ($15,000)
services, including accommodation in Christchurch for out of town
Eureka Trust – printing costs for Cancer Society donor newsletter patients ($500)
($7500)
The Ken Waterman Charitable Trust – for general cancer services
Ron Hosken Charitable Trust – for general cancer services in South
Canterbury ($1000) ($5000)
Margaret Hutchings Charitable Trust – for general cancer W R Kettle Trust – for travel and accommodation costs for West
services ($1000) Coast people travelling to Christchurch for treatment ($2000)
U
&
UROLOGY
associates Urological
The
CANCER
SPECIALISTS
BRACHYTHERAPY
services
Thank the Cancer Society for supporting their
patients with prostate, bladder, kidney, testicle
& penile cancer.
Hiatt Chambers, St George’s Medical Centre
249 Papanui Road, Christchurch
Telephone (03) 355-5129
Facsimile (03) 355-6368
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CanCer SoCiety of new Zealand Canterbury-West Coast Division
DIRECTORY
Cancer Society of New Zealand – Van Driver Tony Bradley
Canterbury-West Coast Division Incorporated – Van Relief Driver Raewyn-Ann Ford
246 Manchester Street, PO Box 13450, Christchurch 8141 Manager Volunteers Dianne Boyce
Telephone (03) 379 5835 (Main Office) Reception/Retail Administrator Faye Flanagan
Cancer Information Helpline 0800 226 237 – Reception/Retail Assistant Marie Keys
Facsimile (03) 377 2804
Email: contact@canty.cancernz.org.nz MID CANTERBURY CENTRE
Website: www.cancernz.org.nz 175 Burnett Street, PO Box 296, Ashburton 7740
Telephone (03) 307 7691 Fax (03) 307 7693
Executive Committee as at 31 March 2010 Support Services Annie Bonifant Mobile 027 282 9640
Chairman Mr Peter Davidson* Health Promotion Cheryl Ford Mobile 027 392 7737
Treasurer Mr David McCone*
Deputy Chairperson Ms Kathy Conlan* NORTH CANTERBURY SERVICES
Members: Mr Alister Argyle Telephone (03) 379 5835 Fax (03) 377 2804
Mr Hamish Devine Support Services Catherine Dwan
Mr Richard Gray
Dr Mark Jeffery SOUTH CANTERBURY CENTRE
Mrs Kate Reid 32 Memorial Avenue, PO Box 682, Timaru 7940
Mr Adrian Te Patu Telephone (03) 688 0124 Fax (03) 684 6314
Ex Officio Member: Ms Elizabeth Chesterman Email: timaru@canty.cancernz.org.nz
Chief Executive Manager Community Services Gabrielle Hall
*Mr Peter Davidson – Divisional Delegate to National Board – Support Services & Health Promotion Kate Johnson
(CSNZ) (to April 2010) – Administration Support Kate Shearer
– Administration Support Rebecca Michelle
*Ms Kathy Conlan – Divisional Delegate (from April 2010) (to November 2009)
*Mr David McCone – Member of the National Finance Advisory WEST COAST CENTRE
Committee
98 High St, PO Box 81, Greymouth 7840
Telephone (03) 768 9557 Fax (03) 768 9587
Management and Staff Email: westcoast@canty.cancernz.org.nz
Chief Executive Elizabeth Chesterman Health Promotion/Fundraising Anne Hines
Business Manager Stephen Roach Support Services/Administration Jenny Kenning
Executive Secretary Jan Smith
Support Services, Hokitika Chris Cuff
Manager Health Promotion & IT Services Martin Witt
(from March 2010)
– Information Co-ordinator Sue Clark
Support Services, Buller Stewart Walter
– Health Promotion Cheryl Ford
(to November 2009)
– Health Promotion, Nutrition Krystal Somner
– Health Promoter, Hornby Project Berdie Milner
Cancer Society Regional Groups
Manager Income Development Jane Sherriff
– Appeals Co-ordinator Mandy Derrick region Contact Person telephone no
Manager Information & Support Services Liz Horn North and Mid Canterbury
– Cancer Information Nurse Meg Biggs Amberley Jan Draper 03 314 9559
– Cancer Information Nurse Rae Noble-Adams Ashburton Gwenda Ireland 03 308 9262
– Cancer Information Nurse Jan Read Cheviot Susie Shield 03 319 8358
– Cancer Information Nurse Kate Velenski Christchurch Cancer Society Centre 03 379 5835
Diamond Harbour Joy Harding 03 329 3356
– Cancer Information Nurse Viv Williams
Ellesmere Annette Parkinson 03 329 6870
– Support Services Josie Cowen Hurunui/Hanmer Springs Liz Florance 03 315 6366
– Support Services Sharon Henshaw Kaiapoi Barry Daniell 03 327 6195
– Support Services Ali Mitchell Kaikoura Charmaine Hanbury-Webber
– Support Services Sally Flower 03 319 5861
– Group Programme Co-ordinator Frankie Roake (from Malvern Liz Frizzell 03 318 1333
November 2009) Oxford Ron Rivers 03 312 3047
– Group Programme Co-ordinator Jessica Staniland (to Rangiora Janice Peter 03 313 7895
November 2009) South Canterbury
– Support Services Co-ordinator Kathy Inns Timaru South Canterbury Centre 03 688 0124
– Volunteer Driving Co-ordinator Christine Hope Geraldine Mary-Lin Crawford 03 693 8965
– Volunteer Driving Services Relief Gillian Shirley Mackenzie District Helen Humphry 03 685 8885
Robyn Deighton Twizel Elizabeth Higgins 03 435 0175
Accommodation Services Manager Clare Te Hau Waimate Pat Collins 03 689 8978
– Administration Support West Coast
– Davidson House Valerie Elder Greymouth West Coast Centre 03 768 9557
Marie Keys Westport Debbie Knudsen 03 789 6628
– Daffodil House Gail Clement Hokitika Chris Cuff 03 755 7010
– Relief Sally Hall Reefton Betty Gilsenan 03 732 8525
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