SUPPORTING Breast Cancer Research
Sunshine on a rainy day
Well we did it!! The weather wasn't on our side but my two sons and my mother in law walked in the Mothers Day Classic!! We crossed the finish line soaked to the bone, but full to the brim with emotion (tears and smiles). Thank you so very much to all that donated!! We felt everyone's love and support. So much money was raised to continue the fight against breast and ovarian cancer. For all those families who have lost their Mums, Sisters and Grandmothers to cancer we were walking for you xxxSupport my efforts in the 2025 Mother's Day Classic!
Inspired by my friend and colleague Sherie Nicole Sherie I am walking in the 2025 Mothers Day Classic and sharing my story to raise money for breast and ovarian cancer research.
In August 2024 I was diagnosed with breast cancer. This photo was taken in October 2024, weeks after my first surgery and two days before chemotherapy, with my last IV infusion on Xmas Eve. Weeks of radiation followed and another surgery to remove thyroid cancer. I am today two weeks post treatment, waiting and hoping for the all clear. It's been tough, working during treatment to support and raise my two boys, while navigating the end of my marriage. I've lost my hair, eyelashes, eyebrows and 15 kilograms. I can honestly say that without the love and support of my family, friends, employer, the boys schools, sports and the wider community I wouldn't be here to tell my story. I have been blown away by the messages of support, gifts, visits, meals, lifts, love and kindness I've been shown in my cancer journey. There is so much goodness in the world and so many amazing people around me. I'm here to tell my story, on the other side of treatment, but too many women have been taken away from their families or are living with untreatable forms of cancer. I see you and I'm here to support you and your loved ones xxxxx
We've donated so far...
$46.1 million
Since 1998 to the National Breast Cancer Foundation.
$1.2 million
Since 2024 to the Ovarian Cancer research Foundation
my achievements
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Thank you to my Sponsors
$159
Lou
$127.20
Nic And Keith Jones
Love you ❤️
$106
Scott, Leigh And Bryn
$106
Melanie Cole
Sending you lots of love and support now and always xx
$106
Anonymous
♥️
$106
Tammy Hall
$106
Kara Taylor
Wishing you only good news in the future. 2 lucky boys with one strong mumma!
$106
Kristy Barker
❤️
$106
Charlie Maramara
Stay strong big girl ❤️ Love Always from your mate, Charlie
$63.60
Cristie Short
You’re an amazing woman!!!
$58.30
Dean Emery
$58.30
Sherie Cheers
So proud of you and forever grateful for your continued fight. Xx
$53
Danielle Eurell
Wishing you good health .. lots of love from our family to yours ..
$53
The Townsends
Leah, you are one of the strongest people I know! And a truly amazing, beautiful friend. Love you
$50
Claire Kennedy
You legend!
$50
Lisette
You got this Leah
$50
Linda Hall
$31.80
Sue Fairbairn
Good on you guys. I hope you reach your goal. Every bit helps xx
$31.80
Paul, Corinne & The Boys
Sending lots of love and best walking wishes - Frankie,Blake,Corinne & Paul
$31.80
Yvette
You’ve inspired me to prioritise me and my wellbeing. I’m so grateful you’re my friend. Beyond blessed to be in your orbit xx
$26.50
Green Eggs And Ham ! ✌️✨
Well done Leah!! Such a great cause! Total respect Your one tough resilient cookie! Admire you buddy ✊🏼
$26.50
Anna Gillies
Thank you for being so brave and sharing your story. Fingers crossed for positive news that you are in remission.
$26.50
Kristian Kovac
$21.20
Kate
You have been so brave Leah and have continued to show that warm smile! You are an inspiration to all!
$21.20
Anonymous
$21.20
Marnie Crampton
You are one stronger mumma! You should be proud of every step that you have gone through in your recovery!
$21.20
Tabitha Kuypers
Well done Leah!
$21.20
Nikole Dring
Work your work Leah!
$20
Jenny Turner
$20
Now all we have is time and a brand new life to lead!! So proud of how strong you’ve been. Love you xx