Once again, I had the privilege of assisting with the Right Track program. The Right Track provide a program that enables at risk youth to see the error of their ways, the ripple effect and consequences of actions. I believe this really does impact their risk assessment and their ability to make better choices. This
The service that Right Track is provides is done by a caring, loving team that bring together several aspects to at-risk youth, young offenders and dangerous drivers to a see the error of their ways. I’m so proud to be invited to be part of this wonderful program. They run this program over several days to get
This event finally happened again, postponed and cancelled previously due to Covid19 restrictions. Huge fundraising effort behind the scenes for LBC to support the great work they do. All volunteers support this event, along with LBC staff (like Jaydan and Unvi) 🙂 I just turn up, grab a mike, speak a few words, then I’m
In the new gym! What a great school OHS is, and I’m so proud to be back at my old alumni giving back. Each year I honour one student with a special award. With the support of the principal Deirdre Shea, the year dean selects a student, based on the criteria I’ve given them, to
I’ve climbed the tower, but in the last 5 years, I support the FiredUp event. Firefighters from all over NZ enter and take part in fundraising for LBC and climbing these stairs. So far the firefighters have raised in excess of $9,200,000 for LBC!! Currently these step legends raise over $1m each year! I’m so
Another great day to spend time with the youth of today, especially at my old alumni. Each year I selfishly feel good by donating a scholarship to one lucky OHS student. I’m privileged to be able to give this away and continue to do this each year, supporting the OHS student to believe in themselves
Back at my old Alumni OHS, seeing all these young faces (more came in after this photo) with all the wonders the future has in store for them. I really enjoy being there and able to support the school with this small award. I look forward to seeing students grow and be supported now, and
18 years on and we still remember the fallen 343 firefighters from that day. Thanks to numerous volunteers and Fired Up Events for organising this Sky Tower event.
Once a year FireUp Events helps corporate runners run the gauntlet up the Skytower. This year was no different to others, raising a bunch of funds and spreading a bunch of smiles (“Always smiles at the start line” Tony Scott). A big thanks to Scotty (FiredUp Events) and SkyCity for allowing the event to take
On occasion I get invited to speak at the Auckland Spinal Unit (in Otahuhu). I an lucky enough to be able to give back from time to time. For a long time I struggled with my new life, but now i relish in it. Through the experience, and moving forwards, I’m now able to share