Vale Adam "Bear" Nicholson Posted on March 9, 2012February 25, 2018 by Carly du Toit This month the ACRF was saddened to hear of the passing of one of our loyal supporters Adam Nicholson. Last year Adam competed in Run Melbourne, whilst undergoing chemotherapy for bowel cancer. With only 2 weeks to prepare, Adam not only finished the race but was the ACRF’s top fundraiser and in the top 10 overall fundraisers in Run Melbourne. Adam’s courage was truly inspirational and we would like to take this opportunity to thank Adam for his passionate support for cancer research. The ACRF is truly grateful for his commitment and passion in supporting cancer research over the past year. We would like to extend our sympathies to the Nicholson family and all those who knew Adam and thank his friends, family and colleagues at I-Med who have generously donated to cancer research in his memory.
Running Melbourne for cancer research Posted on August 2, 2011February 25, 2018 by Carly du Toit Over 20,000 people turned out in Melbourne on Sunday July 17th to take part in one of the biggest ‘Run Melbourne’ events ever. It was a grey morning, but that didn’t dampen the spirits of the 128 ACRF supporters taking part in the day’s events. Amongst the ACRF team, there were some first time competitors and some seasoned racers ranging from 15 to 77 years of age. Each one of them chose to fundraise for cancer research in an effort to support a worthy cause in the knowledge that every dollar of their contribution will help make a difference in the fight against cancer. This race was a chance for all participants to take part in a fun and challenging event for their own special reason. For some it was a challenge to show their strength and courage through their cancer treatment, or to show that strength and courage for a loved one battling cancer. For others it was a chance to run for their loved ones lost to cancer, to honour their memory. Continue reading “Running Melbourne for cancer research”
