MGA Whittles staff from all branches continued their commitment to fundraising in 2020 and although their campaign was carried out online due to COVID-19 restrictions, they raised an amazing $7000. Once again the MGA staff community foundation decided to match the amount raised. AMRF are once again humbled by the support and look forward to
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Capella Golf Club in Qld was the setting on Saturday 26th October for family and friends to gather and play golf to honour the memory of Rick Napthali. Damien Smith and Shaun Christensen spearheaded the event and 113 players gathered to form teams in support of this fundraiser. The Ambrose format is very popular as
Round For Rick – Ambrose Golf Day Read More »
Oscar (12yrs) and Banjo (8yrs) decided that they should fundraise for Melanoma research and prevention. There had been a number of their family Members who have had battles with melanoma and the boys are acutely aware of the importance of prevention. The Steer Mobb were blown away by the overwhelming support of family and friends
Steer Mobb Running Team at Westpac City To Bay 2019 Read More »
Five years ago my brother Richard passed away from melanoma cancer. He is my motivation to do this. Richard was 56yrs old. I am 56 now and can’t imagine not seeing my family again. So I am doing this in memory of my brother and hopefully help others. We can make a difference. I’m inspired
Michael Stanbury at Westpac City To Bay 2019 Read More »
Thanks to Jacqueline and her team for their support for AMRF at their summer markets, raising awareness to be sun smart and providing sunscreen and fundraising. Wattle St Market is a pop-up garden market at 85 Wattle Street in Fullarton with a focus on local and handmade artisans. As a boutique market, it brings together
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We wish to congratulate Shelley and Amanda Tait on yet another fantastic Music Festival at the GrandView Hotel on Sept 7 in Bowen, QLD. Once again the community, along with family and friends came together to remember Nicholas Tait, a local musician who sadly lost his battle with melanoma. This year as part of T8T
T8T Fest 2019 and Mela-No-More Fundraising Shave Read More »
Sharon and Bevis Frances held an Open Garden Event in memory of their daughter-in-law. ‘Rosewood’ their beautiful garden with stunning ocean views was the setting for live music, cake stalls, plant sales in addition to strolling amongst their gorgeous Rose bushes. Thanks to Darren and Shane at Wright Evans Partners, Phil Channon of Bendigo Bank-Pt
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Roy was an integral part of the Crosbie Crew since its earliest days and will always be one of the most loved and respected members of our group. This year the run was held on Saturday 13th July and everyone is welcome to join in Roy’s Run and the post-run breakfast. It’s a fun run/walk,
The Crosbie Crew organise ‘Roys Run’ each year in memory of their friend Roy Morris Read More »
This year the Lyell Duffy Memorial Golf Day was held on 21st July at Yeppoon Golf Club, which is the day before the 5th Anniversary of Lyell’s passing. Each year since, Lyell’s work mates at Capricornia Correctional Centre have organised a charity golf day in his memory – raising funds for the Australian Melanoma Research
Lyell Duffy Charity Golf Day at Yeppoon Golf Club, QLD Read More »
Congratulations to Meagen and Andrew Davis for their wonderful effort organising an online fundraiser (through the ‘Everyday Hero’ platform) in memory of their father/father-in-law James Davis. The campaign included an incentive, if their fundraising target was reached, Meagen would shave her head and Andy the same with the addition of his beard. Their messaging through
Shaving In Memory Of Jimbo Read More »
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