Makayla's Story
Back in 2019, my then nine-year-old daughter, Makayla, was diagnosed with a very rare form of bone cancer called Adamantinoma, affecting her left leg.
In 2020, she underwent major surgery at Westmead Children’s Hospital, where doctors removed her entire left tibia. They then harvested her fibula from the right leg to graft in its place leaving her with only the tibia in the right leg, and now two fibulas in the left. It was an intense and emotional journey, and Makayla and I spent most of that year in hospital, away from her dad, brother, and sister, which was incredibly difficult for all of us.
Since then, Makayla has faced multiple surgeries, countless hospital visits, and long stretches of time using a wheelchair or crutches. She has also endured several broken bones along the way. Despite everything, her courage and positivity never fade, she continues to smile, laugh, and show incredible determination to beat this cancer.
Having to give up many of her favourite sports and activities has been heartbreaking for her, but she remains resilient and focused on what she can do. Over the past few years, Makayla has taken part in the Relay for Life for the last 3 years, each time participating with either her wheelchair or crutches. This year, however, she’s set herself a new goal: to walk 10 laps before needing to use support.
We would be deeply grateful for your support in helping Makayla raise vital funds for cancer research. Every contribution helps bring us closer to a cure and gives hope to children like Makayla who continue to fight with extraordinary strength and spirit.
Cancer impacts so many of us, and this year, we’re fighting back. Our team are taking on Relay For Life to raise vital funds for people impacted by cancer.
In Australia, around 134,000 people are diagnosed with cancer every year. They could be our loved ones, our colleagues, or even ourselves. But we’re determined to make sure more people (and their families!) get the support they need.
To get there, our team are going the distance. We’re taking on the laps so Cancer Council can offer support services to families through one of the most difficult times of their lives.
But like us, your support goes far. Your donation can tackle every aspect of every cancer. Together, we can fund life-changing cancer research, prevention and advocacy — and make powerful strides against cancer in our communities.
United, we are stronger than cancer. Please donate to our team today and help support a cancer free future. Thank you!
So far this year we've helped provide:
Our Team Members
Claire Nixon (C)
$418
Makayla Nixon
Charlotte Nixon
Claire Nixon
Makayla Nixon
Wayne Nixon
Jacqueline Weinhardt
$10
Hannah Boulton
$308
James Tusch
$22
Jorja Wannell-Blakey
$22
Ehlana Kent
$254
Terri Edgoose
$55
Liz Hotschilt
$287
Bronwyn Hotschilt
Flynn Hotschilt
Andrew Hotschilt
Jessica Candy
Lucia McFadzean
$35
Lucia McFadzean
Fay Dixon
Bunny White
$494
Corinne Ridley
$581
Thomasina Neilsen
Thank you to our Sponsors
$270
Jo
$150
Tracey Horsfall
Go Team Nixon Lovw Uncle Neil, Aunty Tracey, Gran and Brendan.
$135
Annie O’connor
Well done on your efforts. Next time tell me early so I can donate and amplify.
$135
Fred Adam
Well done Corinne
$107
Claire Nixon
$106
Bunny White
$106
Emily Tully
Go Bunny!
$106
Nan & Pop
Go Bunny Love Nan and Pop
$70
Liz Hotschilt
$60
Alison
Have a great time Corinne!
$60
Rachel Weeks
Go get it girls!!! 🥰🥰
$60
Noula And Peter Hicks
Well done Corinne
$60
Jenny Best
Go Hotschilts! Awesome effort for a great cause.
$60
Robyn Mcnamara
$60
Kelly C
Well done!
$60
Fiona Grima
$59
Jim And Anne O'connor
Good job Jordon - Go, Go, Go.
$56
Little Sis!
Walk those legs off!
$54
Lloyd Family
Awesome work Bunny! So proud of you ❤️
$54
Jan Candy
Go team Nixon
$50
Mpsoshc
Great work Nixon Family, as always!
$44
Edeena & Andy Cross
$35
Katherine Rainger
Well done Corinne! Hope it all went really well 😊
$35
Emily Hicks
Go Corinne!!
$35
Julie Sammons
$35
Michaelee Thornton
$34
Raina Foster
Enjoy your night under the stars B!
$34
Jacqui Libby & Harper
Go Corinne!!
$34
Winda And Ian
Go Corinne
$33
Kerry Martin
I will be there in spirit. You have got this Makayla and Granma is so proud of you. ❤️
$32
Aunty Fi & Uncle Tuck
Enjoy the walk.
$30
Terri Edgoose
$30
Claire Nixon
$28
Haydn And Kylie
Go Bunny
$28
Fay Dixon
$28
Kendra Robertson
$28
Samantha Woods
$27
Anthea Neilsen
$25
Terri Edgoose
$25
Lucia Mcfadzean
$25
Corinne Ridley
$25
Ehlana Kent
$23
Evelyn And Indigo
Go Bobby!
$23
Sally Witt
Good luck to you and the family, such a good cause!
$23
Ursula, Steve & Lachie Walker
$20
Peggy Grace
Go Team Nixon
$17
Ehlana Kent
$17
Kendra Robertson
$12
Anonymous
$12
Anonymous
$10
Fay Dixon
$10
Bunny White
$10
Jacqueline Weinhardt
$10
Jorja Wannell-blakey
$10
Anthea Neilsen
$10
Hannah Boulton
$10
Lucia Mcfadzean
$10
Corinne Ridley
$10
Jessica Candy
$10
Go the marathon!