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Supporters in action

A very big thank you to Peter, who braved a head shave to spread awareness of bowel cancer and to raise vital funds for Bowel Cancer Australia.

“17 years ago, my mum wrestled with bowel cancer. Our family witnessed firsthand the devastating toll on her as well as my father and all of us her children.

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Following their mum’s bowel cancer diagnosis, Sasha and Jordan decided to complete a run to fundraise for Bowel Cancer Australia to help the charity support the growing number of Australians affected by the disease and to spread awareness.

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"For you who is reading this, I am sure in some way or another you have been affected by the cruel beast of cancer. Whether it’s your parents, siblings, aunt, uncle, closer friend or maybe yourself, cancer creeps its way into people’s lives and takes you on a journey you wish never on your worst enemy. For me, cancer first introduced itself to me at the age of 3 when my closest uncle was diagnosed.

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A very big thank you and warmest congratulations to Amelia, who ‘ran all over cancer’ and completed a 21.1km half marathon for those who have been touched by bowel cancer, to raise awareness within my community of bowel cancer and to raise vital funds for Bowel Cancer Australia.

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“I’m 40, married with three kids. I’m 96kg, 180cm tall and can count on one hand how many times I have been to a doctor. On November 12 2021, after noticing a lump on my neck, I was diagnosed with Stage 4 bowel cancer.

Cancer was never on my radar; I have minimal family history and have luckily been healthy all of my life. A cancer diagnosis was a huge shock for me and my family. 12 November is a day I won’t forget, life changed forever,” says young-onset bowel cancer patient Shaun.

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Veteran journalist, Mark Stevens was diagnosed with bowel Cancer in 2021, aged 50 after experiencing symptoms.
 
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In memory of her dad, Katie chose to cut her lockdown locks to raise funds and awareness for Bowel Cancer Australia.
 
"In late February this year, my beautiful dad Paul, was admitted to hospital. He was told by the oncologist that he had 3-6 months to live. We lost him five days later to an aggressive form of bowel cancer. 
 
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"Nick Blight was diagnosed with bowel cancer in September 2020, a couple of months after his son Riley's first birthday. Sadly, after a brave 8-month battle, Nick passed away in May 2021 just days after his 35th birthday.

That’s when the Old Scotch Cricket Association stepped in. 

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"In September 2021 I ran 10km in the Blackmores Sydney (Virtual) Running Festival to raise funds for Bowel Cancer Australia, in memory of my Dad, Tony.  

Dad was one of the fittest people I knew, he loved to run, and I did this for him!  

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