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Coastal journey
Hubby and I just completed our dream holiday of driving from Sydney to Ballarat via the coast. Weather was good, scenery wonderful (whales, dolphins, seals and myriads of birds) as well as varied sightings of the Pink Lady! Makes us all realise how far BCNA's great work has spread across the country. This is one such…
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HELP I NEED PARTY GAMES
Hi everyone, As part of my Mini-Field of Women I am painting our town Pink for a week, and with our health centre we are having a pink ladies night in our local hall, we are looking for games/ideas to get the ladies chatting and laughing, any ideas on some games/ideas we can do. Thanks, Moira
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Bra Art in October
We in Launceston are holding Bra Art sessions at the Cancer Council. Each Tuesday afternoon, we supply the carboard pink cut outs and sequins etc. Come along if you are able!
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Cycling Accident
Poor Ros, I hope she recovers fully and without any problems. Wish we were all closer, geographically, to assist you dear Ros. Chin up! http://www.lithgowmercury.com.au/story/1801398/rozs-bicycle-challenge-suffers-a-fall/?cs=1212
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Seeking women for media opportunities!
I have been approached by a number of suburban and regional newspapers who are seeking women to share their breast cancer experience during breast cancer month. I am currently seeking women from the following areas: * Victoria Hobson's Bay area: Williamstown, Altona, Laverton, Seabrook, Spotswood & Altona North *…
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Tribute Field of Women, Sydney
Good afternoon all, As part of our 15 year celebration, BCNA is holding a Tribute Field of Women in Sydney on Friday 11 and Saturday 12 October and we would love our Sydney and NSW members to join us. The Tribute Field of Women will see 15,000 Pink Lady silhouettes displayed on Bennelong Lawn – just near the Sydney Opera…
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TNBC newly diagnosed
I am a 66 widowed mother of two daughters and grandmother of 6, 3 beautiful girls and 3 very handsome boys who lives on the NSW South Coast. My story is probably very similar to everyone on this site. Last month I found a lump in my breast, not the normal pea shape people tell you about but what felt like muscle to me.…
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Our next get-together
Hello ladies, do you live in Mawson Lakes or the surrounding suburbs? Our next get-together will be held at 7pm on Friday 27th September at Caffe Primo, Mawson Lakes, so why not come along! It’s a great chance to meet other Adelaide ladies who are on their own breast cancer journey, share stories and make new friends!…
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Melbourne information session - Palliative care.
A bit of shameless advertising here..... Breacan is organising a session on palliative care on Monday October 14, 11am - 12.30. This session is NOT just for ABC women, though it may have particular relevance for us. Many of s have elderly parents and this is a topic beset with myths, so take the opportunity to inform…
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Forum for younger women with breast cancer
Being diagnosed with breast cancer as a younger woman can bring many additional challenges and support needs. BCNA is holding a free information forum in Sydney on Wednesday 9 October for younger women (under 45 years old) living with breast cancer. Attendees at the forum will hear from breast cancer experts, including…
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Calling all Perth ladies for our next get together
We have set a date for 5th October, which is coming around very quickly now. We will be going to BREAKWATER, HILLARYS BOAT HARBOUR, 58 Southside Drive, Hillarys. We will meet at the Breakwater for 1pm. We can eat, drink (hot or cold beverages) and be merry together. We can also idle through the shops after that which are…
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Volunteers required - Sydney event
Hello Sydneysiders, I hope all is well on your end. I’m writing to see whether you or someone you know would be able help by volunteering at an upcomging Running Festival in Sydney. You may or may not be aware that BCNA is an official Supporting Charity Partner of the BLACKMORES SYDNEY RUNNING FESTIVAL being held on Sunday…
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sth eastern and bayside get together
Get together with a zany crazy bunch of women. Sounds like you? Well join us on SATURDAY 21ST OF SEPTEMBER AT MIDDAY AT THE EATING HOUSE WELLINGTON VILLAGE SHOPPING CENTRE. WELLINGTON RD ROWVILLE. We would love to see you even if you dont belong to our group come join us . Guarantee you will have a cry and a laugh. regards…
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Special offer for BCNA members
Hi all, I just wanted to pass on that Professor John Boyages is offering a discount on his book "Breast Cancer: Taking control" to BCNA members. * You can find out more about the offer here: http://www.bcna.org.au/news/2013-08/special-offer-bcna-members
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The best support is in Launceston
Congratulation to The Cancer Support Centre, and to the Medical Staff, Hospitals, Breast Care Nurses, District Nurses, and support groups via the above mentioned centre. You dont realise how fortunate you are until you discover what you have that other places dont. Having moved to Launceston with my husband, and without…