Stories

Meet some of the incredible individuals who have Shaved, Cut or Coloured for research into all cancers. 

Carol Shaves Her Head

Carol Shaves Her Head

We all know someone who has been affected by cancer, and each person’s journey is unique. In honour of my friend Briohne, who did not survive breast cancer, and the many other courageous people who are affected by this disease, I decided to raise funds for the ACRF through a head shave. 

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Charlie's Bold Act to Outsmart Cancer

Charlie's Bold Act to Outsmart Cancer

My name is Charlotte, but I usually go by Charlie. I’ve just recently turned 18 years old. I knew that I had to do something loud to get people’s attention. You never know when a cancer discovery might be made, and I want to help in any way I can.

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Sammi Fearlessly Shaves for ACRF

Sammi Fearlessly Shaves for ACRF

I’m a 28-year old chick with a big heart who can talk the legs off a table. I don’t have a lot of money to donate to champion the cause for those less fortunate, but I certainly have a lot of hair and no fear about getting it chopped off.

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Alexandre Backs Bold Research

Alexandre Backs Bold Research

My family has been impacted by cancer for generations. My mother as well. When she went through chemotherapy, I remember how she fought hard to hide the physical modifications that came with the treatment. She really did her best so that life looked normal. A wig helped. And that is why I want to help other parents who are just trying to do the same.

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A Bump in the Road

A Bump in the Road

My name is Jennifer, I am 20 years old. 2018 was a big year for me. I finished my studies, graduated as a nurse, and two days after my final exam headed off overseas for 3 months to celebrate, tired but excited. I was also diagnosed with cancer – Hodgkin’s Lymphoma to be exact.  

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Cathy Shows her Support

Cathy Shows her Support

All my sisters have taken drastic steps to reduce their risks of getting these cancers – and I had to do something to help, somehow. I decided to shave my head for ACRF. With the community of Echuca, Northern Victoria, rallying around me, I chopped my waist-length hair off to raise vital funds needed for cancer research.

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