Survivors and carers take step forward in cancer battle

A common goal saw hundreds of people pack into Blenheim’s Landsdowne Park on Friday night, all united in a bid to battle cancer.

Marlborough Relay for Life saw supporters dress up in a riot of colour as they walked through the night to raise vital money for Marlborough Cancer Society. While the final total raised locally is being tallied up, organisers say they are overwhelmed and grateful by the “remarkable spirit community displayed over the weekend and trying to relive all the amazing moments that happened.”

Among the teams competing was Zoe’s Avengers who were walking in memory of their good friend Zoe Osgood who passed of bone cancer in January.

The team have so far raised $13,222 for the cause.

People can still donate to Marlborough’s Relay for Life via their website.