I'm Charging for my Mum, Barbara
The March Charge for Mum

Over this past Christmas break, my mum was in and out of hospital with back pain, balance issues and (misdiagnosed) Bell’s palsy. On 16 January 2026, we received the news- she had metastatic primary lung adenocarcinoma which had spread to her liver, spine, and brain. She never smoked, never drank, and was overall quite a healthy person. Whilst this was awful news, we still held out hope that there may be some treatment available. The next day, 17 January 2026, we were told that mum only had days left to live.
Mum took her last breath Wednesday, 21 January 2026 at 9:01am, surrounded by loved ones.
Whilst this won’t bring her back, I would like to raise awareness and I hope to raise enough money to make a difference in someone else’s life and outcome.
This one is for you, Mum. Thank you for everything.
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REACHED $300
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So far this year I’ve helped provide:
724 kids with a SunSmart education
33 calls to trained cancer professionals on 13 11 20
10 days of a PHD student’s world-class research
My Fundraising over the years
Thank you to my Sponsors
$158.25
Raymond Killick
$150
Terry Mccormick
$142.43
Sharon K
Your Mum would be so proud proud of you and deeply moved x
$106.12
Shannyn
$99.01
Cameron
$80.25
Sarah Kim
Very proud of you, Laura Hopefully this will help save someone from going through what Mum did, and from the loss we are all struggling through.
$80.25
Debi Surtees
Such a beautiful lady with a beautiful heart and a beautiful daughter living a beautiful legacy. Love you Laura 😊
$75
S Warming
$64.67
Cara & Boston
Love you Laura! :)
$54.12
Cheryl Turner
Legend!!! You are amazing.
$54.12
Kimberley Richards
$50
Verity Smith
$33.15
Tom Swapp
I’m very sorry for your loss and hope this contribution helps you reach your target in her memory.
$33.15
Emily
$22.58
Jess Fraher
$6.13


My dearest loving wife of 52 yrs 17.11.1973. Still in deepest grief with my loving family. You have gone, but still in our hearts. Love you forever. Ray