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Stories
Read about the little heroes and heroines we’ve helped during their time of need.


Statue superhero
Dani Hartell is seven-years-old, but his mum has barely heard him speak. His ‘superpower’ is locating statues around the world, but sadly...
Jul 11, 20223 min read


Play time!
For children with autism, learning to socialise can be an important part of their development. Thanks to Satan’s Little Helper, Travis...
Jul 8, 20223 min read


Just dance
Lola Stratton’s dental condition means she can often be in pain for days, although she hates making a fuss about it. To fix it, her mum...
Jul 8, 20222 min read


Feel the love
11-year-old Sophie Andrew from Auckland has her struggles, but her little brother’s health problems mean she often feels overlooked. To...
Jul 8, 20223 min read


Building a new world
The days are long for nine-year-old Liem Walters, who has been forced inside while receiving treatment for leukaemia. To break up the...
Jul 1, 20223 min read


One in a million
Cooper McGlinchy is a unique little boy. He’s confounded doctors, experts and his own mother, yet he remains blissfully happy. Cooper’s...
Jun 8, 20223 min read


A sense of release
Three-year-old Noah Barker used to feel trapped – inside his own head and his house. Satan’s Little Helper stepped in to help change...
Jun 1, 20222 min read


A voice to the voiceless
Five-year-old Mackenzie Barnes struggles to communicate with the world and is often left frustrated by that. Unfortunately, she’s fallen...
May 31, 20222 min read


FEEL IT IN YOUR BONES
If you’ve ever broken a bone, you’ll know how painful it is. Now imagine having to suffer two breaks every year. That’s what 13-year-old...
May 31, 20222 min read


A CALMING INFLUENCE
Twins Ciara and Seira Keay are deeply in tune with each other, which isn’t ideal when it comes to dealing with the combustive nature of...
May 31, 20222 min read


ABSOLUTELY MARVEL-OUS!
Six-year-old Cameron Bartle was born with only half a heart and has already had four open heart surgeries in his short life span! Tough...
May 31, 20221 min read


THE BRAVEST LITTLE BIG SISTER
Having a little sister is meant to be fun and exciting. For three-year-old Mya, it was scary and confusing. That’s because her mum Annika...
May 30, 20222 min read


Boy racer
Michael Cuckow’s three sisters each have specific needs –– Ayvah is diabetic, Mia has ADHD and Arlah has a speech delay – but he doesn’t...
Apr 14, 20222 min read


ETHAN’S WINNING WITH SWIMMING
Ethan Whear suffers from seizures and muscle spasms caused by a rare condition called leukodystrophy. When Satan’s Little Helper was...
Mar 16, 20222 min read


BRING ON THE BRACES!
Toby Robinson has it tough. Not only has he got ADHD and anxiety, he’s also going through puberty and battling dental issues that would...
Mar 16, 20222 min read


THE MAGIC OF LEGO
Alex Herbert has suffered 12 months of hell. First, he saw his dad struck down by a major stroke, then he was diagnosed with leukaemia....
Mar 16, 20222 min read


TYLER’S TERRIFIC TRAMP
Five-year-old Tyler Pennycook suffered a stroke at birth and has limited mobility on his right-hand side. To strengthen Tyler’s muscles...
Feb 25, 20222 min read


FREEDOM ON TWO WHEELS
Klee was bullied out of her hometown school but, thanks to some supportive teachers and a new bicycle, she’s enjoying life again. “Klee...
Feb 25, 20222 min read


HANGING IN THERE
Tara Highnam has experienced more challenges than anyone her age should but has emerged from them in a happier place. School can be a...
Feb 25, 20222 min read


BILLY AND NOAH GIVEN THE GIFT OF CHRISTMAS
Rachel Treloar told Satan’s Little Helper she needed a bit of extra to provide the Christmas her boys Billy (8) and Noah (7) Duncan...
Feb 24, 20222 min read
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