Ten Years On, Shaving Again — and Why It Matters More This Time
Ten years ago, I took part in Shave for a Cure for the first time. Back then, it felt like a big thing to do. Ten years on, the reasons feel different, and in some ways, heavier.
Over the past year, our family — like many others — has been impacted by cancer. We’ve lost people we love, and we’ve seen firsthand how a diagnosis doesn’t exist in isolation. It reshapes daily life and places a quiet, ongoing strain on the people around it — partners, children, siblings — as they try to hold everything together while supporting someone they love. While this fundraiser specifically supports research and care for blood cancers, taking part feels like a way to pause, reflect, and quietly honour those experiences, and those we’ve lost.
This year also feels significant on a more personal level. Both of my children were very small the last time I did this — my daughter was a baby, and my son was just two — and now they’re old enough to notice and ask why. I want to keep reinforcing values we care about at home: that compassion matters, that showing up for others matters, and that how we look is far less important than what we do. Hair grows back, but the things we choose to stand for tend to last.
Shaving my head won’t change what’s already happened, but it feels like something practical I can do — to start conversations, raise awareness, and hopefully contribute in a small way, to support people affected by blood cancer.
If you’re able to support this by donating or sharing my page, I’d really appreciate it.
My Impact
My Updates
Going pink with two weeks to go!
Wednesday 8th Jul
Winter Chills
Friday 19th JunI just wanted to take a moment to say a huge thank you to everyone who has supported me so far. Whether you’ve donated, shared my page, or simply cheered me on, it truly means the world. The generosity and kindness I’ve seen has been incredible, and it’s made this whole experience even more special.
Now that the hair is coming off, I’ve started to realise something very important… it’s going to be cold!
Thankfully, Mum has already jumped into action and is knitting me a beanie to keep my head warm. It’s funny how, no matter how old you get, mums still find ways to look after you — whether it’s a warm hat, a kind word, or just being there when you need them. Mums really are awesome.
Also, exciting news! 🎉
On Wednesday 24 June, AA Insurance is doing a “Double Your Donation” day, which means every dollar donated will be matched. So, if you’ve been thinking about donating, that’s the perfect day to make twice the impact!
Thanks again to everyone for your support - I’m so grateful to be part of something that makes a real difference.
Stay tuned for more updates.
Feeling very grateful! 🥰
Thursday 7th May I’m honestly blown away by the support from my amazing community, dear friends and family. Thank you so much to everyone who’s donated, shared, or sent encouragement so far. Let’s keep the momentum going, it really means more than I can say. Ngā mihi nui ❤️My Donors
$58.02
Helen Doherty
$20
Rose
Thank you Camille for raising awareness and putting yourself out there for this important cause.
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Rachael Black
Way to go Camille <3
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Andrew Mcclintock
Great effort Camille, Praying for a mild winter on behalf of you soon to be more aerodynamic noggin :)
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Jas Liekens
Woohoo, go Camille!
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Mandy W
I remember the first time!!!
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Lynette, Glenn And Dan
Good on you Camille 💝💝
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Annika Jamieson
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Vanessa Mitschak
You are amazing!
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Julie Adams
You are a brave wahine for a great cause!
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Pearl Runga
Ka rawe, e hoa! Such a worthy cause, and you are amazing!
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Nicky Jepsen
Ka rawe! Go you, Camille- Tautoko xx
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Leah Thiele-vidak
Amazing cause Camille.
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Kim Perch
You are a rockstar, thank you for doing this.
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Keryn Grogan
Tautoko you 100
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Alifiyah Lakdawala
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Rynard Le Roux
Awesome Camille! Such a great cause.
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Bojana Rosandic
You are turning something so scary for people into something so strong and full of love. Thank you for doing this.
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Rochelle Nayler
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Maria Stegantova
Hope things are well Camille.
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Denise And Alan
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Davis Whānau
So proud of you and what an amazing role model you are!
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Laura
Awesome, Camille
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Char
Proud of you x
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Sarah & Sam Collis
You’re awesome! Such a great cause 🙌
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Anonymous
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Della L
You are awesome in every way Camille!
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Anonymous
Thank you Camille! Matylda
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Nicola Hanvey
What a fabulous cause, so proud of you x
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Sweneys
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Jess B
Love this! Thanks for supporting such a great cause xx
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Mcgowan Family
This is so awesome Camille. 🙌
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Anonymous
Wanted to make a donation to support you in this cause. The challenge of the daily rind many, far too many are navigating.
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Jacqui Roper
This is an amazing thing you’re doing Camille
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Liz T
You're amazing Camille, such an awesome cause!!!
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The Humes
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Dolds
Go Camille, you beautiful human.
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Ceri
Awesome! Proud of you! X
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Jen
He mīharo koe e hoa! You’re awesome!
You are awesome Camille!