The Cancer Society flagship fundraiser Daffodil Day has become one of the latest Covid-19 alert level 4 lockdown casualties.
Instead of the charity's traditional street collection, which was due to take place on Friday, it is asking people to donate online instead.
Waikato/Bay of Plenty Cancer Society chief executive Shelley Campbell said the cancellation was a "disappointing blow".
"Daffodil Day is the culmination of many hours of hard work of not only staff, but dedicated volunteers throughout the region who coordinate Daffodil Day collections in their local community.
"Every one of them knows how important Daffodil Day is for the Cancer Society. Quite simply, it's our largest annual appeal, raising vital funds that enable us to support people with cancer and their families.