My Story

I've been a volunteer for the Order of St John In New Zealand since 1985 (I joined when I was 16 years old), and continue to volunteer for the organisation today - working unpaid as a Paramedic, mainly covering events but also working on the frontline as part of the Emergency Ambulance Service.

After my husband was diagnosed with blood cancer (Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma) I took up running, which helped me during the really tough times when life was pretty tough. I began to run events, such as the local half marathon & the (very) occasional marathon. As a runner, running the London Marathon is one of those "bucket list" events that you aspire to be a part of - and the opportunity to run in this iconic event at the same time as raising funds for the "original home" of St John was suggested by my husband. Not expecting to be selected as I filled out my application it was the most amazing surprise when Jordan emailed back to say my application had been successful!

My family, friends & work colleagues have been amazingly supportive & are delighted I can fulfil my dream of participating in such a special event - all while supporting St John which they know is an ongoing passion of mine!