Cancer campaigner Nyree Smith dies after eight-year battle

Monday 9 June 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Mon 9 Jun 2025, 6:48pm

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Pancreatic cancer advocate Nyree Smith has passed away peacefully following an eight-year fight with the disease. Diagnosed in 2017, Smith was a campaigner for pancreatic cancer patients. Her family shared the news through her Facebook page.

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1. NZ HeraldMon 9 Jun 2025, 5:33pm

   Pancreatic cancer patient, ambassador Nyree Smith dies after eight-year battle (opens in new tab)

2. StuffMon 9 Jun 2025, 6:48pm

   Cancer campaigner who ‘touched countless lives’ dies after eight-year battle (opens in new tab)