As a team, the ‘Bum Buddies’ have fundraised and created awareness for Bowel Cancer Australia since 2012. “Our team was established and led by Emma Mellier after she was diagnosed with Stage 4 bowel cancer; she was 30 years old at the time. Over the two years Emma passionately led the group; we rose close to $20,000 and were able to get people talking about bowel cancer in young people. Emma Passed away in 2014 aged 32 years. The Bum Buddies Team will continue our efforts for Bowel Cancer Australia in her honour until a cure is found,” said Alanah.