I Wish to Go to Auckland for a Fun Holiday 

Marcus, Age 9, New Zealand

Nine-year-old Marcus wished to go to Auckland for a special adventure and holiday. Marcus has been to Auckland many times before, but always for treatment at Starship Hospital, so he wanted to have a fun trip with absolutely no doctors!

A true animal lover, Marcus was delighted when the Make-A-Wish Foundation^® of New Zealand arranged a very special day behind the scenes at Auckland Zoo for his birthday. The Zoo Keepers made the day extra special - letting Marcus feed some of the animals. He even got to hold a week-old Kiwi – a very special honour indeed! Marcus said that the whole trip was “a wish come true” – and it truly was. He was so grateful for having such a special time with his parents in Auckland.

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