We are fundraising for Daffodil Day, to support advancements in life-saving cancer research.
Hello everyone,
This year for Daffodil Day, my cousin Chantelle and I are working together to raise funds for this cause, which affects many people, including family members, friends, and others.
Cancer is a widespread condition that can lead to different outcomes, such as recovery, loss, or ongoing uncertainty.
Dazza: This disease has deeply affected me, especially after my best mate Steve was diagnosed with stage 4 stomach and liver cancer in 2017. Despite his resilience, I lost him just over a year later. I also lost two other close friends, Baz and Dane, so I honour their memories every year through this effort.
Chantelle: In March 2016, my father-in-law Peter was diagnosed with prostate cancer but recovered thanks to advanced medical treatment.
In 2020, my friend Allyson ("mum" to me) was diagnosed with a brain tumor and passed away three months later and recently, my colleague Shane learned he needs kidney cancer treatment, with more tests pending.
In addition to Daffodil Day this year, we'll be "Bringing Daffodil Day Out Bush 2025" to Kellerberrin—my old hometown and Chantelle’s—on Saturday, 23rd August.
You can support us by donating to help create a cancer-free future for all Australians. Your contribution funds towards vital cancer research and making a meaningful difference is very much appreciated.
Thank you all for your support.
Kindest regards
Dazza & Chantelle
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My Updates
A Big Thankyou to Kellerberrin CO-OP
Thursday 31st Jul
A Big Thankyou to Novotel Perth Langley
Tuesday 29th Jul
Hi everyone another update to thank another supporter who joined us today, Novotel Perth Langley.
They have kindly donated an overnight stay in one of their luxurious Classic Queen Rooms for 2 people with modern in-room comforts including a smart TV with Foxtel iQ, a wireless phone charger, a work desk, complimentary Wi-Fi and access to PressReader app and also includes a Buffet Breakfast for 2 people in their Sen5es Restaurant.
Sen5es Restaurant and Wine Bar highlights the best local Western Australian produce with its à la carte menu, offering a relaxing environment for a casual drink or intimate dining experience. Sen5es Wine Bar boasts a carefully crafted wine list with a broad selection of Western Australian and international wines and premium cocktails from Monday to Saturday evenings.
The hotel also features a modern fitness centre and a relaxation area on the top floor, which offers the stunning Swan River views
You can always wander down for some Irish culture with traditional Irish and European cuisine at Fenians Irish Pub while enjoying the sun on the outdoor patio or watching your favourite sports inside on the big screen.
There is also an extensive room service menu is available 24/7.
You can find out more by going to their website, www.novotelperthlangley.com.au email them ath1764@accor.com or giving them a call on 9221 1200
Once again, a huge thankyou to Novotel Perth Langley for their support, its certainly the place to stay if you are sourcing accommodation in Perth and of course very much appreciated and for a great cause that affects so many of our loved ones.
Thankyou to Route 94 Adventure Bike Tours
Monday 28th Jul
Thankyou to David Ashley Photography
Wednesday 23rd Jul
Thankyou iFLY Perth
Tuesday 22nd Jul
Thankyou to our Raffle Prize Donations
Friday 18th Jul Hi all,
My Story & Why I Do Daffodil Day
Sunday 13th JulHi everyone,
This is my story and why every year I get into my now iconic yellow suit to support Cancer Council WA’s Daffodil Day Appeal.
It starts in 2017 when my best mate, Steve found out the devastating news that he had stage 4 stomach and liver cancer and given 3 weeks to live.
It was news that totally shocked us and we couldn’t believe. Steve was a multiple Ironman and only just a few weeks prior to receiving this news had completed another Ironman event in Busselton, hard to believe.
But in true Ironman spirit that Steve had, he fought a strong battle against the odds and had chemo treatments and was able to stay with us all for just over 12 months when he sadly lost his battle.
I miss my best mate very much, our friendship began when we first joined the Roysl Australian Navy as 16yr old boys and as WA country boys realised we knew each other from our country schools playing inter school footy against each other and instantly became good friends, a friendship that spanned over 37yrs and being best mates.
In 2017 when Steve was first diagnosed, Cancer Council WA was looking for volunteers for their Daffodil Day Appeal with the slogan “For Someone I Know” which was me so I became a volunteer. Steve was so proud of me and that Daffodil Day Appeal I was at Livingstone shopping centre and Steve so wanted to join me but was having chemo that morning and knowing how he felt after let me know he probably wasn’t going to be able to make it.
To my surprise he did make it. I wasn’t aware and my daughter in law Megan was taking photos and saw Steve and his beloved wife Trish approaching and kept taking photos when I felt someone hug me from behind, I turned with no idea who it was and when I turned and saw Steve, we both had tears and also laughed at same time with how much it meant to us both.
This photo has been used quite often by Cancer Council WA with my story and why Ido Daffodil Day Appeal every year and in memory of my dearest and best friend.
Sadly enough I have also lost another 2 good mates to this horrible disease, Dane Alderson whom was also a mate of Steve's, we all joined Navy together in same intake and Barry "Bazza" O'Neill a fellow Navy Cook, so I also do Daffodil Day in their memory.
This is my ninth year of being a Cancer Council WA Volunteer something that means a lot to me and even having the honour of being an Ambassador for Daffodil Day and every year I hear of people’s stories, sad from losing their beloved ones, thankful stories of loved ones surving this horrible disease and also of those who themselves have won their battle or going through their own battle and this is why I do what I do every year for all those in the hope that one day with all much needed funds raised for cancer research to help all Australians that one day we will find a cure.
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