nib partners with Ronald McDonald

Featuring the Allan family of Whangamata, the initiative saw son Mason, 3, daughter Hope, 8, and mum, Diane, given the opportunity to design their perfect day out in celebration of dad, Matt - and bring it to life with the help of nib.

The Allans have been residents of RMHC New Zealand’s Ronald McDonald House in Auckland on and off for more than two years, since Mason was diagnosed with kidney cancer just before his first birthday. After having chemotherapy, Mason ultimately had to have both of his kidneys removed, and now receives dialysis treatment four times a week while he awaits a transplant.

As part of their unforgettable Father’s Day, the family enjoyed an exclusive experience at Snow Planet, a scenic helicopter flight over Auckland, and a special video message from fishing personality, Matt Watson, for fishing-mad dad Matt.

Father, Matt Allan, said, “Every Father’s Day is special as long as I’m with my family, but this will definitely be one for the books. We’ve had a difficult couple of years, but the support of RMHC New Zealand has been invaluable - it truly is a ‘home-away-from-home’ and we know none of it would be possible without partners such as nib. Thanks to nib for their support, and for planning such an incredible day for us to enjoy together.”