Maz's Story

By Natalie Hand

Why i'm fundraising...

As most of you know, and to those that don't our most sincere apologies as this will come as a shock to you, our Mum, Grandma, Wife, Marilyn, Maz, Aunty Mel, was diagnosed with Stage 2 Uterine Cancer (Uterine Carsinosarcoma - to be precise) in June this year.  It was a shock that sent us all into a spin except the woman herself.  As with everything else in her life she took this diagnosis in her stride and faced it head on. With a very
quick trip home from Alice Springs it was doctors appointments and tests
galore.

We have been lucky in our family up until now....and we are still lucky as the
Doctor's were able to remove the tumour during a hysterectomy and as Mum puts it "I no longer have Cancer".  This of course has not stopped
the need for 4 doses of chemotherapy and 6 weeks of radiotherapy just to
be certain this insidious and aggressive tumour is not still lurking ready to
reappear when least expected.

Mum has been amazing and decided that instead of losing her hair bit by bit after the first round of chemo, she would instead have a Shave Grandma's Head Day. This led to a day of fun and laughter while all the Grand kids gave
Grandma a rainbow coloured Mohawk for a few hours and then shaved this off too.

This has inspired Claire and I to shave our heads to support Mum and also raise some funds for the Women's Cancer Foundation in their Women Can campaign. This foundation conducts research into women's gynaecological cancers and provides support for women with gynaecological cancers.

Please join us in raising awareness and funds for this fabulous cause.

Event Information

Saturday 19th October 18:00
Gilbert Park

Thank you to my Sponsors

$353.60

Anonymous

Softball Sausage Sizzle Donations

$312

Ian Rich

Good for you Natalie! We look forward to colorful office headwear as per xmas hats!!

$104

Mirren Mackenzie

$104

Samantha Dalla Rosa

Sending you so much love xx

$104

Anonymous

Cancer is shit, Maz will fight it coz she's a winner

$104

Trish Whalley & Scotty Gibbons

What a lovely idea girls in supporting your beautiful Mum Wish I could be there to see the new non-hair style! 🤣 Very brave Hugs & Kisses to all from me & Scotty 😘

$62.40

Anonymous

Nat's Work Mates

$52

Sally Johnson

$52

Rachel Harriage

I love Nanna Maz She is an inspiration to everyone! I didn't think twice about helping this fantastic cause 💕💕💕

$52

Natalie Sones

$52

Natalie Hand

$52

Louise Thomas

Maz - one tough yet delightful lady.

$52

Marg Brooks

$52

Kim & Vicky Heffernan - Carr

We love you Maz. You are an amazing roll model for any that know you.

$52

Julie Hansen

Lots of love, hugs, kisses and support to my dearest friend Marilyn as well as Lawrie, Natalie, Claire, Trevor, Simon, Lauren & all those beautiful grandkids as we help this amazing lady through this journey.

$52

Jenny Dawson

$52

Pamela Beggs

Love to Marilyn and all the family.

$52

Sue Barlow

Go girls!! Love you 💕

$52

Dat Lam

$52

Bellz Painting

Marilyn is a great support to us and we wish her all the best.

$52

Stacey And Francois

Sending our love and support to Marilyn for a speedy recovery. Sorry we can't make it on the day but will look out for photos. How admirable you both are Nat and Claire! XXX

$52

Kerrie &justin

$52

Andrew And Mary Hand

Wishing all of you all the best! Xxxxx

$52

Murray Hansen

Wishing you all the best, Marilyn. Xo

$52

Lyn Clarke

Very sorry to hear Marilyn. Well done to your lovely girls..... amazing effort. I believe you've reached your $ goal and.... rising. I wish you nothing but the best Marilyn. Love Lyn Clarke xx

$50

Water Solution Services

Love to Maz Kev & Karina

$50

Julie & Rob Burgess

$50

Mirren Mackenzie

$50

Eva Athanasopoulos

$50

Andy Downes

$41.60

Brad Hansen

All the best Marilyn love from Bradley and Robyn xo

$40

Katie

Keep fighting and stay positive Marilyn. Claire and Natalie good on you for supporting your Mum this way.

$40

Denise & Alan Hillier

$40

Nay Nay

$40

The Arscott Family

$40

The Reynolds Family

$40

The Hand Family

$31.20

Claire Moreton

$31.20

Peter Bougoure

Great job Nat and Claire. Happy to contribute. Marilyn was a big part of my life for many years, and hope to be a part of her life for many more.

$31.20

Janet Franklin

$31.20

Kate Braunthal

$31.20

Dianna Hyland

May not be able to get there but thinking of you all - Di, Daz and Heather

$31.20

Robert Jag

$31.20

Ricky Hansen

A brave, tough and inspiration person, loved by all. Keep fighting Marilyn xox

$31.20

Darren & Simone Rose

with love from the ROSE family X

$31.20

Jaynette Robins

I hope everything goes extremely well. Well done girls, yous are doing a wonderful thing

$31.20

Jan Begnone

Wishing all the best for your fundraiser tonight. We hope to be there to see you. Wonderful way to support your mum as she continues her journey 😘

$31.20

Anonymous

$31.20

Diane Kendall

Love and best wishes to Marilyn and all who suffer this insidious disease.

$31.20

Simone Giulieri

You are amazing. xx

$31.20

Louise Smith

$31.20

Rebecca Collins

$31.20

Steven Fraser

$30

Leanne Harvey

$26

Margaret & Kevin Ryan

Dear Marilyn, wishing you all the best. Love Margaret & Kevin Ryan.

$20.80

Leah Paulette

For an amazing woman!

$20.80

Lyn Moore

Hi Nat, I have made a donation as I will be unable to attend that day as Ian comes home from hospital that morning as he has to stay overnight for tests on the Friday. Good luck with the day and your target.

$20.80

Sharon Piper

Shocked to hear about your mum, I have great respect for Marilyn and I wish her good luck

$20.80

Florence Orton

You're an amazing role model Claire xo

$20.80

Stacey Johnson

Sorry it’s late. Fantastic cause and wishing Maz all the best on her road to recovery x

$20

Kerrie Caleca

$20

Pam Dryden

$20

Mark & Mel Burgess

$20

The Sones Family

$20

Janine & Trevor Gibbs

$20

Uncle Tony

$20

Diane Boxall-hudson

$20

Vicki Clarke

$20

The Foley Family

$20

Karyn Peavey

$20

Sandi Havekotte

$20

Merv Lauter

$15.60

Karina Jackson

Hope your mum makes a speedy recovery xx

$10.40

Jeanette & Eddie Kozlowski

Thinking of you. Love Jeanette & Eddie.

$10

Deardon Family

$10

Grace Johnson

$10

Aunty Sue

$10

Julia

$10

John Mansfield

$5

Aunty Trish

$5

Miss Ava

$5

Ken Evans