Registrations are now open for one of the most celebrated community movements in the fight against cancer – the Mingara Relay For Life.
The overnight event that will take place at Mingara Athletics Track from Saturday, October 12, to Sunday, October 13.
Organised by passionate local volunteers, Mingara Relay For Life gives the Central Coast community a chance to join forces in support of everyone affected by cancer, have fun at a community festival, and raise vital funds for Cancer Council’s world-class research, prevention, advocacy and support services.
Jaynie Moloney from Cancer Council NSW said the event brought the community together to celebrate cancer survivors, remember loved ones lost and empower locals to raise money to fight back against cancer.
“Mingara Relay For Life is open to the entire community to enjoy live entertainment and activities,” she said.
“It’s about taking something serious that affects too many of us and doing something about it in a fun way so we can work towards a cancer free future for all.
“This year we have so many fantastic activities planned that the whole family can enjoy from Kids Zone to Motiv8 Sports, Hip Hop Workshop, Relay’s Got Talent, live enertainment on stage all day, a candlelight vigil and so much more.”
Mingara Relay For Life welcomes locals of all ages.
Teams of friends, families and colleagues raise money in the lead-up to the big day, where team members take turns walking around a track to signify that cancer never rests.
This year’s local Ambassador Elle Sproll is a cancer survivor with a story to tell and a passion to educate people to live their best lives through health and wellness.
She will run a Free Own Your Own Health Workshop at the event and will share her story with participants.
Register at https://www.relayforlife.org.au/event/mingara-2024/home