Fundraising event in West Melton raises thousands for men's health
West Melton locals raised just over $11,000 for Blue September – the Prostate Foundation at a special dinner held in conjunction with Melton Estate Winery last Saturday.
Guest speaker Mark Inglis, an ambassador for the foundation, and local Christchurch band Mama Rock entertained the sell-out crowd, while raffles and silent auctions – with products and services donated by local businesses – helped raise further funds for the cause.
According to the Prostate Foundation, more than 4000 Kiwi men are diagnosed with the disease each year.
Co-organiser Hayley Knight said the fundraising event was a “complete success”, with “lots of laughs, great food and wine and an awesome bands”.
Donations can still be made online at
fundraise.prostate.org.nz...
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The Australian Prime Minister has expressed plans to ban social media use for children.
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