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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.

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Get Ready for Empties Day

Published: January 17th, 2023

On Saturday 28 January, Western Australians are encouraged to visit their local Containers for Change refund point to ensure their festive empties don’t go to landfill.

Each summer, roughly 420 million containers are sold in WA – that’s $42 million worth of bottles just waiting to be cashed in and donated to charity. Containers for Change is dedicated to taking these empties and recycling them so they can live another life, curbing the amount of rubbish we’re putting into the planet.

Containers for Change accepts most plastic water bottles, juice boxes, beer bottles, and pre-mixed spirits bottles. They also accept plastic soft drink bottles up to 3L. If you’re in doubt about what you can cash in, check your container’s label for the 10c mark.

Once you’ve collected your eligible containers, all you need to do is take them to your closest Containers for Change refund point. With over 260 refund points across WA, there is sure to be one near you! You can find your closest refund point by heading to the Containers for Change website, where you can also find more information about how it all works.

When you use the Child Cancer Research Foundation’s Scheme ID when submitting your refund, you will be helping us on our mission to see more children live the long and fulfilling lives they deserve. Our Scheme ID is C10285275. 

So, don’t let your 10c containers’ potential go to waste! Celebrate Empties Day by doing your bit to help the environment AND support the vital research into childhood cancers.

P.S. If you’re busy on Saturday 28 January, don’t worry – simply return your containers on a day that better suits you.

Be the change this summer!

Published: December 19th, 2022

This festive season, as you’re celebrating with your family and friends, we can imagine bottles and cans might be starting to pile up. Why not use these empty drink containers to make a real difference?

Every container you save from landfill will not only protect our environment, but it can also help our Foundation ensure the ground-breaking research into childhood cancers can continue, so less lives are cut short by the gruelling disease.

All you need to do is:

  1. Collect eligible containers
    Most aluminium, glass, plastic, steel and liquid paperboard drink containers between 150ml and 3L are eligible.
  2. Take them to a refund point
    With over 200 refund points in WA, there is sure to be one near you! 
  3. Donate your funds
    You’ll receive 10 cents for every eligible container, which you can donate to CCRF using our Scheme ID: C10285275

So, don’t let your 10c containers’ potential go to waste! Together we can keep these containers out of landfill, give them another life, and help our community while doing it.

Our Scheme ID is C10285275

Our 29th Annual General Meeting

Published: December 15th, 2022

On Wednesday 14 December, our Foundation held it’s 29th Annual General Meeting (AGM) at the South of Perth Yacht Club. This was a stunning new location for our AGM, where members were able to take in the picturesque views of the Swan River.

Secretary and Chief Executive Office Andrea Alexander gave her reports on the Foundation’s operations and achievements during the 2021/2022 financial year, alongside Chairman Geoff Cattach.

Guests were also treated to a brief presentation by Associate Professor Joost Lesterhuis, who shared an exciting update about the Sarcoma Research Program that we are helping to fund at the Telethon Kids Cancer Centre.

Joost and his team have lead a unique clinical trial in pet dogs that could pave the way for a new immunotherapy treatment for Sarcoma. The treatment is a polymer-filled gel which is loaded with immunotherapy drugs and can be applied inside the surgical wound when a patient has a sarcoma tumour removed.

It was wonderful for our members to be able to hear from Joost, to understand more clearly where their donations are going and the ground-breaking research that they are helping to fund.

As always, the AGM was followed by our annual End of Year Celebration, where members and guests enjoyed refreshments and delicious canapés served by the friendly South of Perth Yacht Club staff.

Thank you to everyone who joined us on Wednesday. Our members are critical to the ongoing success of our Foundation. As a member of the Child Cancer Research Foundation, not only can you take pleasure in knowing you are helping such an important cause, but you will also be invited to attend our AGM and other exciting events throughout the year.

If you are interested in becoming a CCRF member, apply online today!

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.

Our Christmas Sale is Here!

Published: November 29th, 2022

Throughout the festive season, we are giving you the chance to enjoy 25% off all products on our online store. This is the perfect opportunity to get your Christmas shopping done with our shop featuring great gift ideas for the whole family.

Simply enter the code CCRF2022 at checkout.

Get your hands on one of our popular Esky Bags for just $22.50, grab one of our Travel Coffee Mugs for only $18.75 or get yourself a bargain on our Picnic Blankets at $26.25 each.

Whether you want to treat yourself to some awesome goodies, spoil a friend or family member for Christmas, or get your Secret Santa gift sorted, this is a sale you won’t want to miss!

All proceeds will help us to continue funding the vital research into childhood cancers. So, pick up some great bargains this holiday season while supporting a meaningful cause. SHOP NOW and enter the code CCRF2022 at checkout.

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