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Canadian Club of WA Joins Terry Fox Run for Childhood Cancer Research

Published: September 5th, 2023

Canadians in Perth are bringing the annual Terry Fox Run to Western Australia for the first time as the Canadian Club of WA (CCWA) forms a team to run and walk in the largest fundraising event in support of cancer research in the world. A non-competitive, family-friendly event, this year’s 43rd edition of the Terry Fox Run will be held on Sunday, September 17 with events worldwide, including now in Western Australia.

In 1980, Canadian Terry Fox began running across Canada to raise money for cancer research. Three years earlier, in 1977, Fox had been diagnosed with osteogenic sarcoma (bone cancer) in his right leg and had his right leg amputated 15 cm above the knee. During his Marathon of Hope campaign, Fox ran an average of 42 km every day for 143 days before being forced to end his run on September 1, 1980 when the cancer spread to his lungs.The Terry Fox Run continues to be held annually in Fox’s memory with people around the world running and waking to raise awareness and funds for cancer research.

Funds raised as part of Terry Fox Run events worldwide are donated to cancer research. In forming their first-ever team for this year’s Terry Fox Run, funds raised by the Canadian Club of WA team will be donated to local Perth charity, the Child Cancer Research Foundation. The CCWA has already raised more than $1,000.

The Terry Fox Run is an annual Canadian tradition and many Canadians in WA participated in Terry Fox Runs growing up in Canada. Forming a team for this year’s run is an opportunity for the club to introduce this tradition to the next generation of Canadian-Australians. With the club and its members based in Western Australia, the CCWA felt it was important to support a local cancer research charity.

Soaring for a Cause

Published: May 31st, 2023

Summer and Indie’s Skydive to Support Children with Cancer

Meet Summer and Indie, two brave girls who decided to take a leap of faith for childhood cancer research! The desire to help make a difference for children with cancer led them to embark on a nerve-wracking adventure – skydiving!

“We jumped because we can’t imagine the strength it takes for kids struggling with leukaemia,” said Summer and Indie. “We wanted to help make an impact on their lives by doing something out of our comfort zone while raising funds and awareness.”

The girls reached out to their families and friends to support their fundraising initiative, bringing them to an incredible total of $1,361! This will go a long way in helping more children live the long and fulfilling lives they deserve.

The girls’ described the jump as one of the most exhilarating feats they’ve experienced. “In all fairness, we were absolutely terrified, but we are glad we did it,” they shared.

Summer and Indie’s decision to take on this thrilling challenge has not only raised vital funds for childhood cancer research, but it has also increased awareness for the important cause.

We thank Summer and Indie for taking on this courageous feat in order to make a difference and contribute to our foundation. We are so grateful for their support which will hopefully inspire others to join the cause.

Rebecca’s Charity Picnic

Published: February 15th, 2023

One of our most committed and passionate supporters, Rebecca Kenna-Gardiner, is once again taking it upon herself to help make a difference for children with cancer. With a strong desire to raise funds and awareness for childhood cancer research, Rebecca has decided to organise a picnic to gather support for the cause.

The picnic is set to take place at the picturesque Sir James Mitchell Park on Saturday 11 March from 11:00am. Tickets are just $30 each, with all profits going towards the vital research into childhood cancers.

Attendees will be able to enjoy some delicious grazing boxes from Catering with Bindi Bindi while overlooking the beautiful city of Perth.

Rebecca encourages everyone to come along to the picnic where they can make some new friends and enjoy our glorious sunshine while supporting a very worthwhile cause. Tickets can be purchased here.

Nambung’s Last Country Music Muster Raises $5000 for CCRF

Published: January 25th, 2023

The Nambung Country Music Muster, presented for the last time by Brian and Gloria White, brought music lovers together to enjoy great tunes and country fun from 20 October to 23 October, 2022.

“A wonderful weekend was had by all, even with a few showers of rain on the Sunday afternoon,” said Gloria. “An exceptional programme of Country Music was arranged by our musical directors Terry Bennetts and Evan Platschinda, enjoyed by a crowd of approximately 1,400 people.”

Held 2 hours north of Perth at Nambung Station, the event has taken place on the third weekend of October every year since 2016. Sadly, with the organisers and volunteers getting older, 2022 was Nambung’s last Country Music Muster.

Over the past seven years, the muster has showcased a diverse line-up of music, boot scooting and bush poetry. It has also held a small contingent of food stalls and local handicrafts for attendees to enjoy.

The popular annual event was not just about providing a great weekend for attendees, but it also raised money for local charities. To help support the vital research into childhood cancers, $5000 of the funds raised from the 2022 event was donated to our Foundation.

Over the event’s seven-year lifetime, an amazing total of $130,000 has been donated to selected charities. “Every attendee, volunteer and musician can be very proud of their contribution to this achievement,” expressed Gloria.

A big congratulations to Brian and Gloria for running such a successful event over the past seven years. Our Foundation is honoured to have been a beneficiary.

Photo credit: Alison Kruger

Consulate Court Christmas Lights Shines Bright for CCRF

Published: January 19th, 2023

Last December, the residents of Consulate Court in Thornlie once again lit up their street for the Child Cancer Research Foundation, spreading holiday cheer to the community through incredible light displays.

Thanks to the hard work of these residents and the thousands of visitors to the street, we reached an amazing fundraising total of $27,265.35! From the children who dropped their pocket money into collection tins, to the adults who used our digital donation tap points, we are so grateful for everyone who has helped support our important cause.

Boar Swamp Campdraft’s Wild West New Year’s Eve!

Published: December 9th, 2022

Our friends at the Boar Swamp Campdraft Club are inviting you to bring in the New Year at their Boar Swamp Wild West New Year’s Eve Charity Campdraft! This will be a fabulous day of competitive drafting, a Western themed dinner and band, and live music by Brandy Newton and Sweet Sisters.

This year, all funds raised on the night will be donated to our Foundation, to help us continue funding the important research into childhood cancers.

The Boar Swamp Campdraft Club have been supporting our Foundation for many years now and we couldn’t be more grateful for their decision to support us at this new and exciting New Year’s Eve event!

An adult ticket is $50 and includes a BBQ and salad meal. Children under 10 are FREE and if you have a child between the age of 10 to 16, their ticket will only cost you $25. Attendees are asked to BYO drinks, table, and chairs. Camping is also available.

If you have any queries about the event, feel free to contact the Boar Swamp Campdraft Club at [email protected].

So, load up the truck, gather your friends and family and get ready to see in 2023 with a fun-filled evening of campdrafting and live entertainment. BUY TICKETS NOW!

Consulate Court Residents Light Up to Beat Child Cancer

Published: December 2nd, 2022

The residents of Consulate Court, Thornlie are once again lighting their houses for Christmas and in turn helping raise vital funds for child cancer research.

Each December the residents of Consulate Court ‘light up’ their street to celebrate the Festive Season, spreading joy amongst the community and bringing smiles to the thousands of visitors the street attracts throughout the month.

Consulate Court, Thornlie is a well-known Christmas Lights Street in Perth. Residents have been ‘lighting up’ on 1 December each year for the past 29 years. Nine houses in the Cul-de-sac are lit with each home adding new features in 2022 to add to the spirit of the event. The displays are interactive with musical toys, laser light shows, bubble machines and giant reindeer, designed for kids and adults alike to leave with a smile on their faces and an appreciation of community spirit.

Decorated homes carry donation collection points for those visitors wishing to show support to the chosen charity partner. Last year $20,000 was donated to the Child Cancer Research Foundation (CCRF), helping to fund vital research and support families that have been affected by a child cancer diagnosis. CCRF will again be the charity partner in 2022.

The Consulate Court displays run every night December 1-25 from 7.30-10pm each evening. The street hosts special events throughout the month including Christmas Carols (Tues 20 Dec), Bake Sale (Sunday 11 Dec) and other events.

On Saturday 17 December, CCRF volunteers will be in place as the street hosts a visit from 20 different costume characters and a special Santa visit on a fire truck thanks to the Gosnells Volunteer Bush Fire Brigade. All events are promoted via the Consulate Court Christmas Lights Facebook Page.

The street has won the City of Gosnells ‘Safe City’ award numerous times and has collected for charity over the past 14 years, with approx. $220,000 being donated to charities during this time.

Raising funds through Wellness Boxes

Published: December 1st, 2022

From high teas to picnics, good friend of the Foundation Rebecca Kenna-Gardiner loves any opportunity to raise funds for childhood cancer research, and we couldn’t be more thankful. This creative supporter is now onto her next exciting fundraising venture, Wellness Boxes.

Rebecca and her friend Anya have created a small business selling wellness boxes with all profits going to charity. This is a joint fundraiser, with half of the profits coming to CCRF and half going towards Worthy Australia, a charity dedicated to stopping the cycle of domestic violence and homelessness for women and children in Perth.

These wellness boxes are full of so many amazing goodies and, at $45 a box, they make for a great gift for a loved one. In a wellness box you can find a handmade candle, face mask, mug, a chocolate bomb and a custom wood painting.

We are so grateful for Rebecca’s loyal and generous support. We highly recommend checking out these amazing boxes by heading to the Facebook or Instagram page.

Supporting our cause through the Great Southern Stage Run

Published: November 17th, 2022

For athletes and long-distance running enthusiasts in Western Australia, the Great Southern Stage Run is likely to be on their bucket list. It is a three-day, staged race through the wild and rugged Great Southern region, featuring a 200 kilometre course from the Valley of the Giants at Walpole to the Torndirrup Peninsula at Albany.

Colleagues at INPEX, a global energy exploration and production company delivering clean and reliable natural gas for the Asia-Oceanic region, have put together two teams to participate in this epic running event. The teams are made up of Jamie Carle, Matt Grabham, Charlotte Stanley, Sylvester Montes, Tsuneo Tatsumi, Ben Redman, Ivan Passaportis and Grant Prince.

To keep them motivated throughout the arduous journey, the INPEX runners decided to raise money for our Foundation to support vital research into childhood cancers. The team has raised more than $4,300 to date with INPEX generously donating $1,000 towards the total.

For participant Jamie, supporting childhood cancer research was a no-brainer.

“I want to support children’s cancer research in dedication to my partner’s son, who battled leukaemia, and to the many other truly unfortunate children and families that go through such hardship,” Jamie said.

“Running in a 200 kilometre, three-day event is nothing compared to what those kids and families go through, so this is for them.”

The two teams will compete in a relay, with each member completing one stage each day. Teammates support and encourage each other, travelling from one checkpoint to the next to generate an incredible sense of camaraderie and unity.

We are so grateful to the teams for choosing to support our Foundation at one of Western Australia’s leading adventure sport events. We wish them all the best on their journey through the rugged coastline of remote beaches and granite cliffs.

The event will be taking place from 17-19 November and the teams have a goal to raise at least $25 per kilometre – that’s $5000. You can help them get there by making a donation through their Go Fund Me page!

Lemonade Stand Fundraiser

Published: October 7th, 2022

For Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, three young and enthusiastic CCRF supporters held a lemonade stand on their street to help raise vital funds for childhood cancer research.

Brothers Logan and Curtis, along with their neighbour Honor, sold lemonade, fruit skewers and dog treat bags with 50% of profits going towards our Foundation. Thanks to their hard work and determination, the generous youngsters raised $72 for childhood cancer research.

Childhood cancer is a subject that hits close to home for Logan, who diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia when he was just two years old. Thanks to researchers finding more effective treatments for childhood cancers, Logan is now an energetic 11-year-old living cancer-free.

“I had leukaemia when I was younger and I want to be able to help more children beat cancer, just like I did,” Logan expressed. “The lemonade stand was so much fun, but our favourite part was being able to give money to Child Cancer Research Foundation.”

The Foundation would like to thank Logan, Curtis and Honor for choosing to spend their free time helping to make a difference for children with cancer.