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West Australian
14 hours ago
- General
- West Australian
Narrikup Sports and Community Group volunteers raise more than $2000 for Cancer Council at Biggest Morning Tea
More than 70 people attended the Narrikup Sports and Community Group's Biggest Morning Tea on May 28, raising more than $2000 for the Cancer Council. It was the seventh year the group had run the event with NSCG organiser Wendy Miell saying it was a really special morning. 'We were overwhelmed and are so grateful for the support we received from every corner of the community,' she said. The final total raised was $2093.50 and it came from a combination entry fees and a raffle featuring 27 prizes, the most popular of which was a ute load of firewood. Entertaining the participants was Albany musician Tony King while special guest Bruce Beamish, from the Cancer Council in Albany, spoke about the work done by the organisation to support those affected by the disease. Volunteers served a spread of tea and coffee along with a selection of delicious homemade cakes. Ms Miell said there was also an online fundraising page for those who could not come but wanted to contribute. 'Every act of kindness, whether it was baking a cake, donating a prize or simply showing up, helped create something really special,' she said.
West Australian
2 days ago
- Health
- West Australian
Withers Library helps raise funds for cancer research with community morning tea
The Withers community came together last month to raise funds for cancer research and treatment, by hosting a morning tea at the Withers Community Library. The library was one of 20,000 community centres around the country that organised their own events for Australia's Biggest Morning Tea — an annual fundraiser where people are encouraged to support those impacted by cancer. According to Cancer Council, almost one in two Australians will be diagnosed with cancer before the age of 85, and it is the leading cause of death in the country. More than $9 million has been raised so far this year, which adds to the $250 million accumulated by the event over the last 32 years. Withers community member Julie Underdown said it was 'a very enjoyable event'. She said local residents attended and volunteered, making the day 'a success in raising much needed funds for cancer research and treatments'. Ms Underdown thanked the 15 sponsors who helped organise the morning tea. 'The Withers Progress Association sincerely thanks the following businesses, organisations and people for their donations,' she said. 'Your generosity has helped raise much needed funds for the Cancer Council's important work.
West Australian
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- West Australian
Loss of founder sparks new breath of life at Stage Left Theatre Troupe
The death of Stage Left Theatre Troupe's founder has inspired a renewed focus on community engagement. The club recently had a Biggest Morning Tea fundraiser, raising $500 for the Cancer Council. President Kyle Callaghan said it marked the start of Stage Left re-embracing the community-focused vision founder Kevin Blair, who died earlier this year, had for the troupe. 'We got a lot of feedback at that event where people said they thought we were closed and only ever put on shows and didn't really do community events,' he said. 'We reflected on it and realised the community was right, all we ever did was stuff for ourselves. 'When Kev passed we . . . were going through the list of things he did for the community and we looked at ourselves and said 'we are really not doing enough' — it was a big wake-up call. 'We are ready to commit wholeheartedly and anything we can throw our hands in to help with, we will.' Callaghan said he hoped to bring back professional theatre workshops with other companies, as well as other skill-building workshops for the community. 'We are happy to host events, help out, work in partnership with people,' he said. Admitting the recent Biggest Morning Tea event was a '12th-hour thing', Callaghan said he was determined to make that event bigger and better for next year. He also encouraged community members who had ideas they wished to share to consider joining the committee. To find out more, email admin@ .
West Australian
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- West Australian
Harvey's little library filled as close to 100 people pack in to take part in the Biggest Morning Tea
Harvey's little library was filled to the brim as almost 100 people packed in to for tea and biscuits for a cause on Thursday. The crowds came together in the Harvey War Memorial Library to take part in the Biggest Morning Tea in a bid to raise money for the Cancer Council WA. With music performed by the Harvey Ukulele Group Strummers, platters of food and an auction to win major awards were on offer. Shire president Michelle Campbell said it was outstanding to have so many come people together to raise money for cancer research. 'This is a fabulous cause,' she said. 'We've been on many journeys with our family members dealing with cancer, and I'm sure there's lots in the room that have known someone, or have personally been on that journey with cancer as well.' Cr Campbell thanked the community for turning up in force, and bringing several platters of food for everyone to share. 'Everybody has contributed so much today,' she said. After enjoying the spread of food, the community took part in an auction hosted by Harvey shire councillor and auctioneer Tiny Holly. Library special projects manager Ruth Campbell-Hicks said there was more than $2000 worth of items on action all of which had been donated from local business and community members. 'I've got a great big, long list of people, which I won't go through, but suffice it to say, just about every business in town has given us something which is really amazing,' she said.
