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Hi girls!
Just a quick hi to say I've put our lunch on as an event and you should get notification about that. Also just wanted to know if anyone is interested in buying my cookbook which is a fundraiser for the Oncology Ward where I was treated at Box Hill Hospital. Makes a handy Christmas present - easy and uncomplicated recipes.…
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Training
Hi everyone Thanks for stopping by...I thought I'd write about the fantastic training I've just completed. Sunday late afternoon (9th) I arrived at the Grand Mercure in Melbourne and checked in. My room was very nice and I was fortunate to have a corner room with a great view. Some ladies were going to meet in the bar to…
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Out of Pocket Expenses - Media Picks up the Stories!
Hello out there! A followup on how 'Out of Pocket Expenses' is being picked up by the media. The Sunday Telegraph on 18 November ran an article on the issue with a small follow up on Monday. This week in the Sunday Telegraph another article will be published talking about people having to access superannuation to pay for…
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BCNA’s National Conference 2012
Morning all, A summary of the presentations given at 'Strength to Strength' Conference in October are now available online to read or download. You can also see photos from the 2 day event. * Visit the National Conference page on our website.
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Cancer affects everything
Afternoon all, I just wanted to flag with you that CanTeen has launched a new campaign about the mental health issues that can arise in young people when dealing with a parent’s cancer. The campaign will also drive the message that “Cancer affects everything” and that “No young person should have to go through it alone” .…
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What was your favorite part of the Conference?
I have just finished uploading the photos from the Conference Gala Dinner onto our website. Wow! What a great night and everyone looked liked they had such fun. The highlight for me was seeing 'She's The King' (Elvis performer) swamped by all the excited women wanting to get onto the Dance floor :-) You can see all the…
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The Start
I kinda routinely did a breast check, and have been having consistent mammograms since early 30's as my Mum had breast cancer. I always try to be a positive person and proud that I am 46 and not taking any medication. I recall the moment I noticed a lump because I just put my hand straight on it and felt a bit painful. I…
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BCNA fundraiser
Just wanted to share with all, I'm so proud. My son three of his friends and myself have just done a month of fundraising. We put 15 tins around town, asked local businesses for vouchers and donations and the kids spent time on the school holidays cooking. This week on wednesday they held a morning tea at their school-…
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Christmas dinner get-together
Hello ladies, well would you believe it's almost THAT time of the year again.... Christmas! :D You are warmly invited to our first ever Adelaide Breast Cancer Friendship Group christmas dinner get-together! When: Wednesday 5th December 2012 Time: from 7pm for dinner in the Bistro Where: The Hope Inn, 348 Port Road…
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Pink Lady Art Exhibition
I had the priviledge of attending the Pink Lady Art Exhibition in Brighton Town Hall this weekend. www.pinkladyart.com.au Congratulations to Lisa Sewards, Emma Calill and Rachel for a fantastic exhibition. Look out for it next year.
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The Beacon and Inside Story - putting it out there.
Ok - so I am going to put it out there. A question among those of us with advanced disease. Why are our stories excluded from the general articles in the Beacon? Why do we receive an insert "the Inside Story" with our Beacon with stories of those with Advanced Disease? How does this make me feel? - excluded, a leper within…
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Profound Healing - Sustainable Wellbeing Conference 2012
There are still tickets left for the Gawler Foundation's 'Profound Healing - Sustainable Wellbeing Conference' on 17 & 18 November at The Sebel Albert Park, Melbourne. Join us for the latest research, evidence-based therapies, and practical tools for preventing and effectively managing cancer and chronic illness. 21…
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Ridgley Thinks Pink
I have recently held my first Field of Women event, with the help of a BCNA rep in my area. Still going through treatment I felt our small community who have been so supportive, needed a little more education and awareness of BCNA. We held our event in the gardens of THE HOMESTEAD, one of the oldest houses in Ridgley Tas,…
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Coffee Morning
Hello Ladies You are invited to the next Adelaide Breast Cancer friendship group coffee morning get together When - Tuesday 30th October 10am Where – Chris Jarmer @ AIR opposite the museum on Nth Tce. Come and join other members for coffee and a friendly chat. For booking purposes please RSVP me (karen10) by Sunday 28th…
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Mini field on Midland Highway Tasmania
Well we Tasmanian Breast Cancer Network girls decorated a section of the highway that runs between Launceston and Hobart on Saturday. What a lot of reaction we got- lots of toots from cars, trucks and vans. It all helps to raise the profile of BCNA and what it stands for.