I'm stepping up against cancer!
This year, I’m taking on Relay For Life to raise funds for every person who’s ever heard the words: “you have cancer”.
In 2017, I heard those words. That year my daughter Casey encouraged me to do the Survivors lap....but I could not even walk through the door without help. 5 different types of chemo for an aggressive cancer were taking its toll, including giving me heart failure. I promised that the following year I would not only do the survivors lap but also walk with her as part of a team. In that moment, a group of riders rode in after completing a ride, which I thought was 86km over 5 days. I declared I would join that team the following year. In 2019, I soon realised that it wasn't 86km over 5 days, but 400km. It was not the distance that was going to kill me...but the 'undulations'. Those hills are a killer. But we all do it so that others have a chance of surviving. Training for my first Ride 4 Relay was tough...but made me fitter and beat heart failure. This, my LAST ride, will be even tougher than that first ride. I had surgery last year in relation to the treatment I received in 2017, and this has knocked my training massively. I am still going through treatments and procedures. Even though I won against cancer, the ongoing effects can be lifelong. However -I am one of the lucky ones - I am still here, and there is light at the end of the tunnel.
I recently lost a friend, fellow rider and family member to cancer, and another close friend is sadly losing the fight. We cannot save everyone....but we can try. Avon, this ride is for you.
In 2024, more than 150, 000 Australians will receive the news. Among them are our friends, families and colleagues.
Cancer is a devastating disease for so many. For people living with cancer, their treatments can be long and stressful. For those without solutions, the future can be uncertain. It’s a concern shared by their loved ones.
But with your support, I hope to help as many people impacted by cancer as possible. Together, we can support families when they need it most, empower people to reduce their risk, speak up for communities, and find new ways to better detect and treat cancer.
Every hill I take is one closer to a cancer free future. But I can’t do it alone! Please donate to my Relay today and together, we can help Cancer Council provide life-changing support services, advocacy, prevention and research across Australia.
Thank you for stepping up. Together we’ll make powerful strides against cancer!
Sadly Avon, who I was riding for has now passed away. She supported Ride 4 Relay to the end....and I am so glad the team popped in to see her.
So far this year I've helped provide:
Our Team
Jeffrey Hall
$1,307.43
Stephanie Hall
$1,143.31
Michelle Hansen
$1,616.10
Jason Wyeth (C)
$7,722.13
Sheva Butler
$2,000.38
Bill Johnston
$192.31
Leesa Johnston
$194.24
Cathy Davis
$2,278.80
Steve Davis
$319.04
Patrick Williams
$3,219.86
Thomas Carroll
$3,393.43
Scott Green
$403.41
Joanne Soden
$7,800.67
Jackie Dorey
$392.17
Tim Hooker
$210.83
Michele Clark
$1,669.25
Carol Newson
$1,058.89
Annette Kruger
$3,797.51
Jonathan Wyeth
$1,189.86
Alwyn Reed
$254.21
Kay Woodall
$144.11
Thank you to my Sponsors
$150
Geeta Kerai
$36.62
Camila Waskow
$62.43
Emily Verrall
I believe in you!
$55.95
Dominic Taylor
Well done!
$23.81
Patricia Hall
Awesome effort Sheva... you go girl!
$62.43
Tim Donnellan
Well done you…
$23.81
Christine Thomas
Well done Sheva. That's quite an effort and all for a great cause.
$55.95
Qca Surveys
Good Guessing
$32
Jackie Garvie
Well done Sheva! Cheering for you!
$36.62
Rachel Todkill
Well done!
$23.81
Kristy Waerea
You are such an inspiration! What an incredible thing you’re doing for such an important cause. Hope the legs are holding up and you’re powering through! You’ve got this! 🚴♀️💪❤️
$100
Andy Carr
$62.43
Casey Butler
$11.92
Raewyn Hanson
So proud of you Sheva, you are such a beautiful human, spreading joy wherever you go! Keep on pedalling 🚲. I’m sending the biggest hugs to you from me, you’ll get a real life hug soon 🥰.
$55.95
Sean & Liz Nicholson
Thinking of you lots, and your reasons for riding ❤️
$23.81
Dana
You are incredible Sheva! Such a wonderful cause. 💛
$100
Curtis
$17.87
Sharon Hosking
Good Luck Amazing Lady x
$29.92
Ange
$98
Connor Butler
I wanted to donate is $1 increments but gave up after 1
$2
Connor Butler
I was told to donate
$62.43
Avon Stumer
You go girlfriend
$50
Karen Zibert
So proud of you Sheva, especially this year, you've got this!
$36.62
Vicki Taylor
Thank you for all you are doing for the fight! Stay strong always!
$11.92
Teagan Cronk
Good luck!
$23.81
Wendy Wells
Sending love and hugs to you and your family, best wishes always xxx
$36.62
Joel Berge
Good luck Sheeva, stay strong 💪🏼
$36.62
Lyn Hill
$23.81
Libby Edwards
Alright babes x
$11.92
Kylie
I’m always in your corner babe. You’re an inspiration ! Go get ‘em girl.
$11.92
Birgit Nedela
Have fun Sheva
$62.43
Rachel Campbell
$11.92
Emma Daniels
Good luck!
$6.20
Chris Clark
Good luck x
$55.95
Frank & Heather Fitzgerald
$23.81
Catryn Hill
You amazing human!
$62.43
Chris Faithfull
Good luck mate
$28.81
Peter And Helen Fellingham
Good onya You can do this
$23.81
Kerrie Bray
$62.43
Avon Stumer
Do this one for me Sheva
$62.43
Sandy
You go girl! Lots of ❤️
$6.20
Kristie Mckinless
Well done Sheva!!
$56
Maree Ccase
Go legend!!!
$135.83
Avon Stumer
Good luck Sheva, but we both know you'll smash it.
$26.13
Sheva Butler
$5
