Practising for the Cystic Fibrosis NZ SWEATember fundraiser in Kaitangata yesterday are Sutty Sweaters team members (from left) Aniva Gouman (11), Harry Sutton (2), Summah Gouman (9), Kyla Sutton (5) and Tyler (13) and Layton (8) Kenealy. Cystic Fibrosis NZ has rechristened September "SWEATember" — a new annual fundraiser that it hopes will raise more than $150,000 for the 547 Kiwis who suffer from the genetic condition. The cause is one close to Kaitangata residents’ hearts, as local boy Harry Sutton was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis when he was just 3 weeks old. "It’s a fitting fundraiser for cystic fibrosis, and we’re very appreciative of all SWEATember supporters, and especially these guys for what they’re doing right here in Kai." "It’s good for everyone to get exercise, especially cystic fibrosis people," Summah said.

Source: Otago Daily Times September 01, 2020 15:33 UTC