Locals have a big chance to play a big part in the fight against cancer as the Cancer Council Victoria (CCV) calls on volunteers to join the Wyndham Relay for Life fundraising team.
Relay For Life is a fundraising event that empowers communities to come together to celebrate cancer survivors, remember loved ones, and fight back against the deadly disease.
Each year, members of the Wyndham community gather to complete laps or tracks around an oval that signify each day strides are being made towards a cancer-free future.
According to the CCV, more than 900 people are diagnosed with cancer in Wyndham each year.
On average, more than 134,000 participants take part in Relay For Life events nationally, raising about $14 million each year.
Outgoing Wyndham chair Ron Croce said being a part of Relay for Life helped him feel a sense of connection to the community.
“Knowing that the money we raised could be helping our friends and family made it even more meaningful,” Mr Croce said.
He said it is now time for him to step aside and for someone else to steer the ship.
“Becoming chair was such a privilege. I had the opportunity to work with an incredible team who weren’t just colleagues, they became friends,” he said.
The next Wyndham Relay for Life will take place in May 2026.
Anyone wanting to join the Wyndham Relay for Life committee or volunteer can contact Cancer Council Victoria community giving officer Rachel Smith on rachel.smith@cancervic.org.au or head to the Relay for Life website.
