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Adam Harris
8  year  Mo Bro
platinum club
in memory

$525

Target: $1,950
raised $8,575 since 2019
My motivation
Fundraising for cause areas including:
Men's health
Prostate cancer
Mental health and suicide prevention
Testicular cancer

Hello everyone,

My name is Adam. I'm a father of four girls, the creator of the collectibles and positive mental health Instagram page @nz_zone, and a passionate advocate for mental health awareness, accessibility, inclusion, and community connection.

Over the years, I've used my platform and personal experiences to support people who may be struggling, raise awareness of the importance of positive mental health, and champion accessibility and inclusion for people of all abilities. I believe that everyone deserves to feel seen, supported, and valued, and I am committed to doing what I can to make a positive difference in my community.

I lost my father, Peter Harris, to Stage 4 melanoma in March 2020, at the beginning of New Zealand's first lockdown. Just months earlier, in June 2019, I was sharing a drink and a laugh with my best friend as we celebrated his 60th birthday. In such a short space of time, this terrible disease took him from us.

Dad fought with everything he had. Even after suffering a major stroke, he never gave up. He worked tirelessly to learn how to speak and move again. Watching him go through that was one of the hardest experiences of my life, but his strength, courage, and determination continue to inspire me every day.

I still struggle with the loss of my dad. Grief doesn't disappear, but it has given me a deeper understanding of how important positive mental health is. Life can be incredibly challenging, and people need to know that support is available and that they don't have to face their battles alone. That's one of the reasons I started @nz_zone. If I can help someone through a difficult time, start a conversation, or remind someone that they matter, then I feel I've made a difference.

This year, I have set myself a challenge called 60 for 60 in Dad's memory. Peter was only 60 years old when he passed away, and I wanted to honour every year of his life in a meaningful way. My goal is to travel 60 kilometres, whether by walking, running, or rowing, with each kilometre representing a year of Dad's life.

For many people, 60 kilometres may not sound like much, but for me, this is a significant challenge. I am only at the beginning of my fitness, gym, and health journey, so stepping outside my comfort zone and committing to this goal will take determination and perseverance. Whenever things get tough, I'll be drawing on the same strength and resilience that Dad showed throughout his battle with cancer.

In 2021, my wife and I welcomed another daughter into our family. Becoming a father again gave me a new perspective on cancer and the impact it has on families. The reality that she will never get to meet her grandfather is heartbreaking. Together, we can help create a future where fewer families have to live with that loss.

By supporting cancer research, treatment, education, and care, we can help save lives and provide hope for families facing the same challenges that mine has endured. Every donation, no matter how small, can make a real difference.

Thank you for taking the time to read my story, for supporting my 60 for 60 journey, and for helping raise awareness of melanoma, mental health, accessibility, and the importance of looking after one another.

Together, we can make a difference.

Love to you all,

Adam Harris

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AIA NZ
$525 Team funds raised
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39 of 60 kilometres
walking
39.58 kilometres
To honour my father Peter who past away at 60 years old I am traveling a minimum of 60 kilometres for the month of November,
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22 hour(s) ago
Donation from:
Jochebed Pandi
$60

All the best for you 60Kms Adam!!

22 hour(s) ago
Donation from:
Jochebed Pandi
$60

All the best for you 60Kms Adam!!

1 day(s) ago
Donation from:
M PRUE
$55

Well done mate, great man doing great things for a great cause.

1 day(s) ago
Donation from:
M PRUE
$55

Well done mate, great man doing great things for a great cause.

1 day(s) ago
I walked 11.57 km02:20:59

1 day(s) ago
I walked 11.57 km02:20:59

1 day(s) ago
Donation from:
Alex Huo
$20

Keep up the good work bro!

1 day(s) ago
Donation from:
Alex Huo
$20

Keep up the good work bro!

2 day(s) ago
I worked out 00:30:27

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I worked out 00:30:27

2 day(s) ago
I walked 2.7 km00:30:00

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I walked 2.7 km00:30:00

2 day(s) ago
I walked 1.95 km00:30:58

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I walked 1.95 km00:30:58

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I walked 2.31 km00:26:03

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I walked 2.31 km00:26:03

4 day(s) ago
I walked 1.35 km00:15:38

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I walked 1.35 km00:15:38

5 day(s) ago
I ran .97 km00:08:16

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I worked out 00:21:15

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I walked 5.34 km01:03:38

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6 day(s) ago
Donation from:
Elin Forslund
$20

Adam, your dad would be very proud of your dedication to raising awareness about mental and physical health. Can't wait to celebrate when you reach your 60km! /Elin

6 day(s) ago
Donation from:
Elin Forslund
$20

Adam, your dad would be very proud of your dedication to raising awareness about mental and physical health. Can't wait to celebrate when you reach your 60km! /Elin

1 Week(s) Ago
Donation from:
an anonymous supporter
$20
1 Week(s) Ago
Donation from:
an anonymous supporter
$20
1 Week(s) Ago
I walked 2.31 km00:34:54

1 Week(s) Ago
I walked 2.31 km00:34:54

1 Week(s) Ago
Donation from:
Jacquie Harris
$60

Amazing Adam

1 Week(s) Ago
Donation from:
Jacquie Harris
$60

Amazing Adam

1 Week(s) Ago
Adam Harris

My father, Peter, passed away from cancer at just 60 years old. ❤️

After multiple operations, I'm taking on my first physical challenge for Movember.

1 Week(s) Ago
I walked .96 km00:13:04

1 Week(s) Ago
I walked 1.01 km00:11:08

1 Week(s) Ago
Donation from:
Sarah Goforth
$20
1 Week(s) Ago
I walked 1.78 km00:25:59

1 Week(s) Ago
Donation from:
Kate Davis
$20

Good work on the 60km Adam!

1 Week(s) Ago
Donation from:
Kylie Mack
$20

Awesome work Adam.

1 Week(s) Ago
Donation from:
Kurt Kelsall
$55

Great cause mate. Well done.

1 Week(s) Ago
Donation from:
Caroline Hunter
$20

60km is awesome. And an amazing cause and beautiful tribute and memory for your dad.

1 Week(s) Ago
Donation from:
Kathy F
$20

Nice one, Adam. Wishing you all the best.

1 Week(s) Ago
Donation from:
Laura Thorburn
$20

Good on you!

1 Week(s) Ago
Donation from:
Kim Jensen
$20

Great challenge Adam, cheering you on the 60km’s

1 Week(s) Ago
Donation from:
Amy Wallis
$20

All the best, Adam. Happy to walk some kms with you.

1 Week(s) Ago
Donation from:
Clark Todd
$55

Good stuff Adam, great cause!

3 Week(s) Ago
Donation from:
Sindy Fitzgerald
$20

Youve 100% got this proud of you

Previous year's posts
49 Week(s) Ago
Adam Harris

Amazingly, we hit my target of $1130 this year and, since starting in 2019, have raised $8000 for Movember .

I am so grateful to everyone who has supported me, donated money, or even reached out to someone after viewing my content.

I miss my Dad Peter every day, and I dedicate every Movember campaign I have done to him. Together, we can help spare others this kind of heartache of loss by saving men's lives.

Movember helps in the areas of Men's mental health and Suicide prevention, prostate, and testicular cancer. Truly making a positive difference in the world.

I hope you all enjoy the video and when you see me around have a laugh at my patchy legs and arms. Link to video below :)

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/adam-harris-3891b711b_charity-cancer-suicide-activity-7400794455911493632-QlES?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAB3AaFkBeFXCrEQ9IaFiuMCqQDm66UF-YB0

I am truly so grateful to have been in the position to do something positive for others, off the back of one of the worst things to ever happen.

Love to you all.

Previous year's donations
49 Week(s) Ago
Donation from:
VAUGHN KEVIN WELLINGTON
$50

Love your commitment to this great cause mate. Keep it going

49 Week(s) Ago
Donation from:
an anonymous supporter
$20
49 Week(s) Ago
Donation from:
Sarah-Grace walkwe
$20
157 Week(s) Ago
Adam Harris

Day 1 - Caffeine free

157 Week(s) Ago
Adam Harris

My last coffee before no caffeine Movember

205 Week(s) Ago
Adam Harris

210 Week(s) Ago
Adam Harris

Movember kicks off tomorrow, are you ready?

210 Week(s) Ago
Adam Harris

To honor my Father and to save others from pain

210 Week(s) Ago
Adam Harris

To honor my Father and to save others from pain

362 Week(s) Ago
Adam Harris

Well we did it team!! Blown away with the support and reached my target thanks to you all

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