Raewyn says each of the ceremonies her team organise, "are designed with lots of thought and love, so each ceremony will capture the moment in its own way".
She says they are thrilled to already have all the sponsors needed to run the ceremonies.
"With a combination of the favourites from previous years along with some new ideas to keep it interesting."
Each year brings a new favourite moment, says Raewyn, who adds that while she loves every moment of the event, "there is always one particular moment, that at that point, touches my heart".
As well as it being time to register your team, Raewyn says it is also a good time for people who have survived cancer to consider particpating in the survivors' lap and lunch.
"It may be that you have just recently received the all clear, or your experience may be some years ago and you now feel ready to confront it.
"Whatever your experience, and whenever it was, we welcome all survivors to come along and join in."
Raewyn says if you would like to be part of the survivors' event then talk to the Cancer Society and they will put you in touch with the right people.
One of the most popular areas during the relay is the Garden of Remembrance, says Raewyn. This area features photographs of loved ones to be remembered.
"Walking through the garden is always peaceful, always a nice way to remind yourself of the cause behind the relay."
Raewyn says she is also looking forward to once again having local school choirs sing during some of the ceremonies.
"It is nice to see younger people being involved, and we always love to see school teams or youth group teams participating in the relay."
If you would like to be part of Relay for Life this year, register online at www.relayforlife.org.nz or check out their Facebook page to keep up to date: www.facebook.com/TaranakiRelayForLife
To send in a photo of a loved one to be included in the Garden of Remembrance, email them to skooter@woosh.co.nz
Last year the Stratford Press sponsored the printing of the photos for the Garden of Remembrance. We are delighted to be doing this again this year, and are adding a further bit of support by offering a free upsize to your garage sale advert in the classified section if you tell us it is for your Relay for Life fundraising efforts.