Community & Business
10 April, 2024
Fundraiser turns heads
DESPITE the wet weather, donations came flooding in for the Millaa Millaa Lions “Shave for a Cure” fundraiser held recently.
Twenty individuals, among them State Member for Hill Shane Knuth, chose to have either their hair or beards shaved, coloured or adorned with embellishments.
Millaa Millaa Lions president Catriona Arnold-Nott said a total of $5642 was raised for “Shave for a Cure”.
“I would like to thank Theresa and Bruce from the Millaa Millaa Hotel for their generous contributions towards our fundraiser,” she said.
Millaa Millaa Hair Salon and Malanda salon “A Way with Hair” owner Sally Cooper said there was amazing support shown from a little town.
“Millaa Millaa is like a big family,” Sally said.
“I want to thank all the Millaa Millaa townspeople and those from surrounding areas for their generosity and support, despite difficult economic times.
“Everyone has been so generous.”
First-time participant, Millaa Millaa Lions member Otto Weysenfeld, bravely removed 10 years’ worth of hair and beard growth, joining other courageous participants in the cause.
Otto said there was tremendous support for his endeavour.
“It was a fantastic result with everyone turning up,” he said.
Participant Nisha Shahid said $965 was raised as a result of her shaving her hair off. She has previously participated in “Shave for a Cure”.
“As campaign manager for Otto I was convinced into shaving off my hair,” Nisha said.
“The fundraising went above and beyond what was expected.”
Dedicated supporter of the town and surrounding area, Millaa Millaa business owner Rob Skirde of “Checkered Past - Vintage & Collectables” said he participated in the fundraiser to make people more aware of blood cancer and also all cancers in general.
“It is so good to live and work in a community such as Millaa Millaa that rallies to causes such as this one,” Rob said.
“We are proud to be a part of this caring community!”
For Ken Bell participating in “Shave for a Cure” took on a personal significance, having had family members pass away from cancer.
“Everyone should do it, it was a great day,” he said.
“I hope that even more people will participate next year.”
