Tim Matthews

The March Charge 2026

I am Charging for my Mum, Dawn Matthews

I'm taking on The March Charge...

Kia ora Whanau/Friends

I’m taking part in a month-long fitness challenge to help raise funds for the Cancer Council.

Over the past eight months, I’ve been on a personal fitness and health journey, and in the last three months I’ve gradually added running into my weekly routine. It’s become something I really enjoy and a way for me to challenge myself, both physically and mentally.

In August 2025, I lost my mum to cancer. Like so many families, we experienced the emotional rollercoaster of watching a loved one fight this disease. It’s something that stays with you, and it’s changed the way I look at health, time, and community.

So this month, I decided to combine my fitness/health journey with something meaningful—raising money for the Cancer Council. I don’t usually take part in fundraising events like this, but I wanted to do something to honour my mum. She was passionate about her community, fundraising, and helping people from all walks of life IYKYK, and this felt like a small way to continue that spirit.

If you’re able to donate, whether it’s big or small, it would mean a lot. Messages of support are just as appreciated—every bit of encouragement goes a long way. Thank you for being part of this with me.


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So far this year I’ve helped provide:

0 kids with a SunSmart education

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0 calls to trained cancer professionals on 13 11 20

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0 days of a PHD student’s world-class research

My Fundraising over the years