The McGrath Foundation is absolutely delighted to announce that it has secured a contract with the Federal
Government’s Department of Health and Ageing, for the placement of an additional thirty breast care nurses
across Australia. In accordance with the Foundation’s objectives, 80% of the new nurses will be located in
rural and regional areas of the country. Breast care nurse positions will be funded for a total of four years,
and support will be provided to all states and territories. The Foundation has already commenced discussions
with state and territory health departments and various area health services, to determine where the new nurses
will be located.
The McGrath Foundation is thrilled that the importance of breast care nurses has been so strongly recognised and supported by the Federal Government, and believes this to be a fantastic opportunity to really improve the support provided to women diagnosed with breast cancer in Australia.
The McGrath Foundation is currently recruiting for a Business Development Manager. If you are interesting in
joining our team, please review the advertisement for the new position here [link to attached advert]. All
applications should be emailed to Michaela Durrant () before the close of business on Friday 4th July 2008.
June 2008
Recognition for Breast Care Nurses
A recent article in the St George and Sutherland Shire Leader demonstrates the invaluable support provided by
breast care nurses to women diagnosed with breast cancer across the country. The two nurses mentioned in the
article were originally funded by the McGrath Foundation, before the securing of additional funding enabled
the positions to be supported independently. The McGrath Foundation is delighted to see the outstanding role
of these, and all breast care nurses, so publically recognised. Read the full article here.
May 2008
Ladies High Teas
Our very successful Ladies High Tea is coming up again on October 24 at Sydney’s Stamford Hotel in
Double Bay, so keep your diary free on that day if you’re in Sydney. Alternatively, you can organize
a Ladies High Tea in your own city or town for the McGrath Foundation, click here for details.
If you’d like to arrange your own Ladies High Tea to support the McGrath Foundation click here to register your interest
Don’t forget ‘Together we can make a Difference’.
May 2008
New breast care nurses
After months of negotiations and recruitment our newest breast care nurses have now been employed. They are
the first dedicated specialist breast care nurses to be employed within the Greater Southern Area Health
Service of New South Wales.
Based in Moruya and the Bega Valley, the money to employ these specialist nurses was raised by the generosity of the Australian public, who donated over $200,000 in lieu of flowers on the passing of Belinda Emmett last year. In recognition of this, and in memory of Belinda Emmett, these nurses will be known as the Emmett McGrath Breast Care Nurses.
Andrea Franke joined the Eurobodalla Community Health Service and Jennifer Garner joined the Bega Valley Community Health Service as Emmett McGrath nurses on Monday 28th April 2008. Both positions are part time, but jointly make up a full time position, after the McGrath Foundation provided top-up funding to employ them for three years.
March 2008
A Beetle’s Life
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The McGrath Foundation will be one of three beneficiaries from the auction of a 2008 Volkswagon Beetle at
the Casterton Kelpie Auction in June along with the Casterton Memorial Hospital and Ronald McDonald House.
The car was won in a nationwide Bayer Animal Health competition by Elders Casterton, who decided to put it
up for auction, with proceeds split equally between the three organisations.
Elders are a national supporter of the McGrath Foundation and their merchandise manager, Greg Johnson, said “Elders were pleased to support these very worthwhile causes. As a national organisation, the McGrath Foundation is close to the heart of Elders" he said.
So, for anyone looking to buy a new Volkswagon Beetle and help the McGrath Foundation at the same time - be at the Casterton Kelpie Auction in June and you might pick up a great beetle.
March 2008
Cricket bat auction raises money
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A CRICKET bat signed by the 2004 Australian and New Zealand cricket teams was auctioned at the 2008 Victorian
Young Auctioneers Competition recently with the proceeds benefiting the McGrath Foundation. The auction was a
part of the Australian Livestock and Property Agents Association and the annual competition was held on Thursday
13 March 2008. The bat, donated by Cricket Australia was organised by former Hamilton journalist, Lachie
Patterson and carried the signatures of Glenn McGrath, Shane Warne and Adam Gilchrist.
March 2008
Tribute to Glenn McGrath
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On Friday 22 February 2008, Sutherland District Cricket Club held a 'Tribute to Glenn McGrath' at Doltone House, Sylvania Waters, to celebrate Glenn's career for Australia, New South Wales and Sutherland. The evening was attended by 450 people and was an outstanding success. Alan Jones was the Master of Ceremonies and Shane Warne flew up from Melbourne to be the special guest.
Alan interviewed John Dyson (Glenn's first 1st Grade captain), Shane and finally Glenn, before Glenn responded with a moving speech thanking various people who helped him in his career and with the organisation of the tribute evening. He paid particular tribute to his wife Jane, who was not able to attend the evening.
A highlight of the evening was the announcement by the Mayor of Sutherland Shire, Councillor David Redmond, that Caringbah Oval was to be renamed Glenn McGrath Oval the following day.
Sutherland District Cricket Club subsequently made a donation to the Foundation of $25,000 out of the proceeds from the tribute evening.
March 2008
Thinking Pink
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What a wonderful event, and one that raised over $38,000 for the McGrath Foundation.
As you can see ‘Together we can make a difference’
Congratulations and thank you again to all of those involved.
Cheers
Tracy Bevan
March 2008
Sharks Support
In an exciting initiative instigated by the players themselves, the Cronulla Sharks are supporting the McGrath Foundation
throughout the 2008 season with $500 per try scored in NRL matches. Click here for details.
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Glenn McGrath & Gilly (Adam Gilchrist) collecting the 3 Mobile cheque donated to the Foundation for the pink glove campaign
February 2008
Jane McGrath Classic
Jock Athletic, on behalf of the McGrath Foundation, would like to say a very BIG thank you to all
those who came down to Cronulla Beach on Australia Day to take part in the 2nd Annual Jane McGrath
Classic and congratulations to everyone on a tops effort!
It was perfect conditions for the event with the sun shining and everyone in great spirits, from those with prams and pets doing the walk event to the many contestants who competed in both the 3km walk and the 800m beach run. The day was a huge success with over 170 participants taking place and helping to raise much-needed funds for the McGrath Foundation.
January 2008
McGrath Foundation congratulates Gilly and the Australian Cricket Team on their success at the
Boxing Day Test Match
Following the Australian success at the Boxing Day Test Match against India, the McGrath Foundation
would like to thank Adam Gilchrist, Australian wicket keeper, for raising money and awareness for
the Foundation with eight catches during the Match.
In addition, the Foundation would also like to thank Gilly’s personal sponsors, 3 Mobile, Travelex,
Castrol, Milo and PUMA, who generously pledged money for each of Gilly’s catches with his pink PUMA
keepers gloves.
The money raised from Gilly’s catches will help the McGrath Foundation place much-needed breast care nurses throughout rural and regional Australia as well as helping to educate young women to be ‘breast aware’.
In addition, the Foundation would also like to thank Gilly’s personal sponsors, 3 Mobile, Travelex,
Castrol, Milo and PUMA, who generously pledged money for each of Gilly’s catches with his pink PUMA
keepers gloves.
The money raised from Gilly’s catches will help the McGrath Foundation place much-needed breast care nurses throughout rural and regional Australia as well as helping to educate young women to be ‘breast aware’.
Adam Gilchrist, Australian wicket keeper, team mate and good friend of Glenn & Jane McGrath, will s
how his support for the McGrath Foundation during the Boxing Day Test Match against India, by donning
pink keeper’s gloves specially made by PUMA.
For every catch Gilly takes over the five day Test Match, Gilly’s personal sponsors 3 Mobile, Travelex, Castrol and Milo will make a donation to the McGrath Foundation.
Support Gilly and the Australian cricket team this Boxing Day – Let’s hope Gilly plays like the legend he is and raises much needed funds for the Foundation.
For every catch Gilly takes over the five day Test Match, Gilly’s personal sponsors 3 Mobile, Travelex, Castrol and Milo will make a donation to the McGrath Foundation.
Support Gilly and the Australian cricket team this Boxing Day – Let’s hope Gilly plays like the legend he is and raises much needed funds for the Foundation.
December 2007
McGrath Foundation funds two breast care nurses in memory of Belinda Emmett
The McGrath Foundation is pleased to announce the funding of two part-time breast care nurses, in
honour of the late Australian actress and singer, Belinda Emmett. Employed by the Greater Southern
Area Health Service, the Emmett McGrath breast care nurses, will provide practical and emotional
support for women diagnosed with breast cancer in Bega and Moruya over the next three years.
Following the passing of Belinda Emmett on 11 November 2006 after a long battle with breast cancer, the Emmett and McManus families requested all donations in lieu of flowers be given to the McGrath Foundation. Overwhelming public support raised over $200,000, allowing the Foundation to place two part-time breast care nurses.
To find out how you can donate money to help fund McGrath Breast Care Nurses, please contact the McGrath Foundation on 02 8962 6100 or click here.
Following the passing of Belinda Emmett on 11 November 2006 after a long battle with breast cancer, the Emmett and McManus families requested all donations in lieu of flowers be given to the McGrath Foundation. Overwhelming public support raised over $200,000, allowing the Foundation to place two part-time breast care nurses.
To find out how you can donate money to help fund McGrath Breast Care Nurses, please contact the McGrath Foundation on 02 8962 6100 or click here.
December 2007
Deb Chenney celebrates five years cancer free
To celebrate achieving the milestone of being five years cancer free – Deb Chenney reunited her old
retro band called The Jellyshotz, at Jannali Inn in an event to raise money for The McGrath Foundation.
Over 150 friends and family attended and rocked the night away.
A silent auction and a Big Money Board game were also major contributors to the money raised. Toyota Motor Corporation provided many items for the auction and door prizes. Local businesses also contributed to the prize pool. All in all – a great night was had by all and Deb is very proud to be able to donate approx $8500 to the McGrath foundation from this event.
A silent auction and a Big Money Board game were also major contributors to the money raised. Toyota Motor Corporation provided many items for the auction and door prizes. Local businesses also contributed to the prize pool. All in all – a great night was had by all and Deb is very proud to be able to donate approx $8500 to the McGrath foundation from this event.
December 2007
McGrath Foundation funds breast care nurse to provide support to women of Wide Bay in Queensland
The McGrath Foundation is pleased to announce the funding of a full-time breast care nurse through
Wide Bay District Health Service, providing practical and emotional support for women diagnosed with
breast cancer in the Wide Bay area.
With 65 women in the Wide Bay area diagnosed with breast cancer annually, the McGrath Foundation raised $300,000 to place the McGrath Breast Care Nurse in the community for three years, complementing existing support services for women with breast cancer.
To find out how you can donate money to help fund McGrath Breast Care Nurses, please contact the McGrath Foundation on 1800 183 338 or click here.
With 65 women in the Wide Bay area diagnosed with breast cancer annually, the McGrath Foundation raised $300,000 to place the McGrath Breast Care Nurse in the community for three years, complementing existing support services for women with breast cancer.
To find out how you can donate money to help fund McGrath Breast Care Nurses, please contact the McGrath Foundation on 1800 183 338 or click here.
December 2007
Australian ladies enjoy high tea nationally in support of the McGrath Foundation
A staple event on the breast cancer calendar, the second annual McGrath Foundation Ladies High Tea events
held in Sydney and Adelaide throughout breast cancer awareness month were indulgent and entertaining for
all guests.
Over 300 Sydney ladies showed their support for the Foundation by joining Jane McGrath and Tracy Bevan and special guest, Jean Kittson, raising over $15,000.
In Adelaide, guests were entertained by talkshow host Amanda Blair from 5AA, Channel Ten news reporter Jodie Blewett and Nova 919 comedian, International Superstar Hans.
The McGrath Foundation would like to thank everyone involved in making the Ladies High Tea a success and look forward to seeing you next year.
To be informed about upcoming McGrath Foundation events, please click here.
Over 300 Sydney ladies showed their support for the Foundation by joining Jane McGrath and Tracy Bevan and special guest, Jean Kittson, raising over $15,000.
In Adelaide, guests were entertained by talkshow host Amanda Blair from 5AA, Channel Ten news reporter Jodie Blewett and Nova 919 comedian, International Superstar Hans.
The McGrath Foundation would like to thank everyone involved in making the Ladies High Tea a success and look forward to seeing you next year.
To be informed about upcoming McGrath Foundation events, please click here.
December 2007
McGrath Foundation kicks goals with Altrincham Football Club fundraiser
The McGrath Foundation traveled to England in late September to join fellow Australian and English football
and cricket legends including Glenn McGrath, Michael Bevan, Alec Stuart and Bryan Robson to make up the Sporting
Legends team for the charity football match hosted by Altrincham Football Club.
The Sporting Legends competed against the Celebrity All-Stars, made up of actors from the small screen including Michael Le Vell, Ryan Thomas, Jeff Brazier and other actors from Hollyoaks, Coronation Street and Emmerdale Farm. The Sporting Legends prevailed, beating the Celebrity All-Stars after a penalty shootout with the final score at 5 to 4.
With 250 guests in attendance, celebrations continued at the Altrincham Gala Dinner, raising over £40,000 from ticket sales and a live auction. Money raised was split between the McGrath Foundation and Altrincham Football Club, with AU$50,000 donated to the McGrath Foundation.
The McGrath Foundation thanks Altrincham Football Club for their continued support and for all who participated to make the match and dinner a success.
To get more information about upcoming events, please click here click here.
The Sporting Legends competed against the Celebrity All-Stars, made up of actors from the small screen including Michael Le Vell, Ryan Thomas, Jeff Brazier and other actors from Hollyoaks, Coronation Street and Emmerdale Farm. The Sporting Legends prevailed, beating the Celebrity All-Stars after a penalty shootout with the final score at 5 to 4.
With 250 guests in attendance, celebrations continued at the Altrincham Gala Dinner, raising over £40,000 from ticket sales and a live auction. Money raised was split between the McGrath Foundation and Altrincham Football Club, with AU$50,000 donated to the McGrath Foundation.
The McGrath Foundation thanks Altrincham Football Club for their continued support and for all who participated to make the match and dinner a success.
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December 2007
Southern Highlands community supports McGrath Foundation throughout Tulip Time
The McGrath Foundation was honoured to be this year’s nominated charity for one of Australia’s oldest and most
prized flora festivals, Bowral Tulip Time.
Tulip Time hosted numerous events throughout the festival, including the Cricket from Dawn to Dusk day, open gardens and of course, the much-anticipated annual Tulip Time Gala Dinner.
Hosted by Alan Jones, the Gala Dinner was jam packed with fabulous entertainment including the auction of a specially commissioned painting by Australia’s prized still life artist, Margaret Olley.
In addition, the Southern Highlands community rallied to support the McGrath Foundation, organizing a variety of fundraising events such as Mittagong RSL donating $2 for every old bra donated to the ‘bra barrel’ located in the club.
To get more information about upcoming events, please click here click here.
Tulip Time hosted numerous events throughout the festival, including the Cricket from Dawn to Dusk day, open gardens and of course, the much-anticipated annual Tulip Time Gala Dinner.
Hosted by Alan Jones, the Gala Dinner was jam packed with fabulous entertainment including the auction of a specially commissioned painting by Australia’s prized still life artist, Margaret Olley.
In addition, the Southern Highlands community rallied to support the McGrath Foundation, organizing a variety of fundraising events such as Mittagong RSL donating $2 for every old bra donated to the ‘bra barrel’ located in the club.
To get more information about upcoming events, please click here click here.
December 2007
Ingham’s donate $60,000 to McGrath Foundation for Ingham’s Lite Pink Packaging campaign
Jane and Glenn McGrath were delighted to receive a $60,000 donation from Ingham’s Enterprises Lite
Pink Packaging campaign throughout Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October.
The Ingham’s Lite Pink Packaging campaign saw the entire Ingham’s Lite Range packaging (chicken breast appetisers, chicken breast bites and chicken breast fillets) coloured pink and featuring the McGrath Foundation logo.
The McGrath Foundation would like to thank Ingham’s for their continued support and look forward to working with them again in 2008.
Jane and Glenn McGrath gratefully accept Ingham’s donation of $60,000 from Ingham’s Managing Director, Mr Bob Ingham and Corporate Services Director, Mr John Hexton.
The Ingham’s Lite Pink Packaging campaign saw the entire Ingham’s Lite Range packaging (chicken breast appetisers, chicken breast bites and chicken breast fillets) coloured pink and featuring the McGrath Foundation logo.
The McGrath Foundation would like to thank Ingham’s for their continued support and look forward to working with them again in 2008.
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Jane and Glenn McGrath gratefully accept Ingham’s donation of $60,000 from Ingham’s Managing Director, Mr Bob Ingham and Corporate Services Director, Mr John Hexton.
December 2007
Nick’s Bondi Beach Pavillion hosts Pink Ribbon breakfast for McGrath Foundation raising $4000
The McGrath Foundation was thrilled to be the beneficiaries of the Nicks Bondi Beach Pavilion Pink Breakfast,
held on Monday 22 October. Emceed by media personality, Bessie Bardot, 180 ladies indulged in scrumptious
snacks and refreshments, all served in various shades of pink.
Raising over $4000, the McGrath Foundation would like to thank Nick Manettas, Kathie McGrath, Margaret Staples and the staff at Nick’s for organising such a wonderful event.
To get more information about upcoming events, please click here click here.
Raising over $4000, the McGrath Foundation would like to thank Nick Manettas, Kathie McGrath, Margaret Staples and the staff at Nick’s for organising such a wonderful event.
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December 2007
Brett Lee book proceeds donated to McGrath Foundation
Cricketing hero, Brett Lee, is generously donating all proceeds from the sale of his new
book, Childhood Heroes, to the McGrath Foundation.
Childhood Heroes allows children to become apart of their own exhilarating adventure with their favourite heroes, with the hope of improving the education of children through inspirational learning. Each book is personalised with the child’s details including their name, eye and hair colour and the names of their friends.
To order your copy of Brett Lee’s Childhood Heroes for $24.95 (+ $3.95 Postage and Handling), please visit www.childhoodheroes.net.
Childhood Heroes allows children to become apart of their own exhilarating adventure with their favourite heroes, with the hope of improving the education of children through inspirational learning. Each book is personalised with the child’s details including their name, eye and hair colour and the names of their friends.
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To order your copy of Brett Lee’s Childhood Heroes for $24.95 (+ $3.95 Postage and Handling), please visit www.childhoodheroes.net.
December 2007
Naked For A Cause – Footballers donate time to raise funds for McGrath Foundation
26 of Australia’s hottest first-grade NRL and AFL footballers have posed for a calendar to raise
money for the McGrath Foundation. Launched during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the third annual
Naked For A Cause calendar features glossy photos of Australia’s most popular footballers, all
shot by fashion photographer, Pedro Virgil.
The Naked for a Cause 2008/9 calendar is available through leading newsagents nationwide priced $39.95 or can be delivered direct to your door in time for Christmas by purchasing online at www.nakedforacause.com.au.
The Naked for a Cause 2008/9 calendar is available through leading newsagents nationwide priced $39.95 or can be delivered direct to your door in time for Christmas by purchasing online at www.nakedforacause.com.au.
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December 2007
Elders continues commitment to the McGrath Foundation
Since sponsoring Glenn McGrath in 2005, Elders branches and offices throughout
Australia have been active supporters the McGrath Foundation.
Throughout 2007, Elders staff held fundraising events for the Foundation including 2007 Dowerin Field Days. Cricketing legend and co-founder of the McGrath Foundation, Glenn McGrath, attended the event with almost $8000 raised.
At the 2007 Elders Real Estate National Awards in Sydney, auctioned cricket bats personally signed by Glenn McGrath raised a whopping $18,750.
Elders branches around Australia continue to fundraise throughout the year, including a bra-a-thon raising over $2000.
Throughout 2007, Elders staff held fundraising events for the Foundation including 2007 Dowerin Field Days. Cricketing legend and co-founder of the McGrath Foundation, Glenn McGrath, attended the event with almost $8000 raised.
At the 2007 Elders Real Estate National Awards in Sydney, auctioned cricket bats personally signed by Glenn McGrath raised a whopping $18,750.
Elders branches around Australia continue to fundraise throughout the year, including a bra-a-thon raising over $2000.
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December 2007
Newhaven College raises $10,000 for the McGrath Foundation
Year 12 students from Newhaven College in Victoria have achieved their long
term goal of fundraising $10,000 for the McGrath Foundation. Led by school
captain, James Shuttleworth, Newhaven students have run numerous fundraisers,
including out of uniform days for a gold coin donation, a school social, a
pie day and a trivia and auction night as well as a shave-off of staff and
students.
The McGrath Foundation would like to express their gratitude to the students and staff of Newhaven College for their generosity, in particular James Shuttleworth and his team, John, Alex, Lachie, Tom, Matt, Sarah, Michael, Debbie, Brooke and Eve.
Many thanks to the fundraising team.
The McGrath Foundation would like to express their gratitude to the students and staff of Newhaven College for their generosity, in particular James Shuttleworth and his team, John, Alex, Lachie, Tom, Matt, Sarah, Michael, Debbie, Brooke and Eve.
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Many thanks to the fundraising team.
December 2007
Generous people with a disability help the McGrath Foundation
The McGrath Foundation would like to thank Cumberland Industries Filpac division in Mt Druitt. Over 200 employees
with a disability raised $2200 to help the Foundation support women with breast cancer through the funding of
McGrath Breast Care Nurses.
Presenting a cheque to McGrath Foundation Manager Tracy Bevan are Filpac Employee Committee members Peter Newman, Kate Hollebone, Steve Frazer, and Sharon Taranto, together with Team Leader Phyllis Denning.
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Presenting a cheque to McGrath Foundation Manager Tracy Bevan are Filpac Employee Committee members Peter Newman, Kate Hollebone, Steve Frazer, and Sharon Taranto, together with Team Leader Phyllis Denning.
December 2007
McGrath Foundation now working in the pink!
The McGrath Foundation is pleased to announce their move into their new pink office in Northbridge, NSW. Thanks to
the generous donations of suppliers, the Foundation was able to set-up shop with all new computers and office furniture
as well as decking out the space in the Foundation’s colours of pink and black.
The McGrath Foundation would like to sincerely thank the following people for donating their services and products to furbish the new office, including: Steve Rayner; Paul from MPD; Jo Ellis-Doty at Green with Envy Interiors; Matthew McNally at Kinetic; Michael Cronin from Carpet Installation; Peter Bramley and Graham Chee from Bramley Transport; Rex Lane from Talkware; Cavalier Bremworth Carpet; Royal Doulton; and Resene Paints.
The McGrath Foundation would like to sincerely thank the following people for donating their services and products to furbish the new office, including: Steve Rayner; Paul from MPD; Jo Ellis-Doty at Green with Envy Interiors; Matthew McNally at Kinetic; Michael Cronin from Carpet Installation; Peter Bramley and Graham Chee from Bramley Transport; Rex Lane from Talkware; Cavalier Bremworth Carpet; Royal Doulton; and Resene Paints.
