When kids can’t move, They lose more than play
The Wilson Centre sits on a peaceful, leafy headland looking out over the shimmering Waitemata Harbour to Rangitoto.It’s the home of Te Whatu Ora’s National Chi...
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You look ok. You’ve recovered, right?
“I don’t look like I’ve had a spinal cord injury. I’ve been really lucky. I’m walking, but I’m not ok.”
It was Christmas 2023. Cam is sociable, and it's a busy...
It’s Working!
We asked you to help to ensure that the best minds remain focused on curing spinal cord injury - and it's working!
We’re absolutely chuffed to confirm that Dr....
Nathan didn’t ‘break’ his back or his neck.
His injury came from inside his own body.
Nathan was 16 years old and a talented basketball player. Already over six feet tall, he’d been selected for a New Ze...
People don’t want to talk about this but it’s important
Lee was just thirteen when he broke his neck.
A mate’s pool. A mistimed dive. His life changed in an instant. Being a teenager is tough enough - imagine being ...
Moe Harmon’s Journey
Moe Harmon was breaking records as a teenager. Growing up in a football-mad family as one of five siblings, Moe became the youngest player to represent the…
From lab to rehab
The results are unbelievable.
This month we’re launching our first New Zealand-based community study. Like you, we’re committed to supporting the most promisin...
Brad’s research is unique
Last week, Spine Squad researcher, Dr Brad Raos outlined his unique research focus. He’s working to identify electrical biomarkers to characterise spinal cord i...
CatWalk’s LUMINARY event shines bright
Thanks to generous donors and distinguished guests. The CatWalk Trust hosted its LUMINARY event on June 22, a night of glamour and generosity dedicated to advancing research and treatment for spinal cord injuries.
Amy’s groundbreaking progress
We’re making progress, right here, right now. Amy McCaughey-Chapman is one of the lead researchers in our new Spine Squad.
Can thinking differently cure spinal cord injury faster?
I'd like to introduce you to Darren Svirskis.
Darren is a Professor of Pharmacy at the University of Auckland - and the head of our newly formed Spine Squad.Th...
Wings for Life Funds Promising SCI Research in NZ
CatWalk Trust, in collaboration with Wings for Life, is proud to announce a significant grant towards pioneering spinal cord injury (SCI) research led by Dr. Si...
Proisir Syndicate and Rich Hill Stud
Proisir Syndicate and Rich Hill Stud Support Spinal Cord Injury Research at Luminary 2024June 22 will be a night to remember for all the right reasons thanks to...
Newgate Farm’s Capitalist – A Shining Star
Newgate Farm's Capitalist - A Shining Star in Thoroughbred Excellence Supporting Spinal Cord Injury ResearchStep into the spotlight and join us for an unforgett...
HT Systems
HT Systems is a Christchurch based assistive technology company on a mission to change the way people move by developing products to support wheelchair users an...
Spotlight – Luke Alderton
Luke Alderton (23) has never known life outside of a wheelchair. At 6 months of age Luke experienced the onset of Transverse Myelitis resulting in a C2-C7 incom...
SCIRF – Research Update – Associate Professor Dr Darren Svirskis
On the research front we have confirmed exciting results produced earlier in 2023.As spinal cord injury is a complex condition, it will be crucial to target the...
SCIRF – Progress Update – Dr Simon O’Carroll
The SCIRF has had another productive year, making advances in two new exciting areas of research using a combination approach – targeting different components o...
NZ Brain Bee Challenge 2023
The North Island regional final of the New Zealand Brain Bee Challenge was held on the 21st June 2023. This year marks the 17th anniversary of the North Island ...
The Great NZ Tee-off a great success
Imagine a scenario where thousands of golfers simultaneously tee off nationwide, all in the spirit of charity. This vision materialized into The Great NZ Tee-Of...