Cancer Council Victoria has made a decision to cancel this weekend’s Casey Relay For Life at Akoonah Park, Berwick event (14-15 March) as the coronavirus threat escalates.
The annual fundraising walk – which remembers survivors of cancer and those who have lost their battles – was due to start tonight (Friday 13 March) with an opening ceremony.
More than 2,500 participants were ready to take part in Casey’s 24-hour relay event.
In a statement, Cancer Council Victoria CEO Todd Harper said “given the high risk” to public health posed by coronavirus, Cancer Council Victoria had decided to cancel all Relay For Life events for March and April.
“Nothing is more important to us than the health and safety of our volunteers, staff and supporters,” Mr Harper said.
“You are our most precious asset and we want to look after you.
“Keeping in mind that many who attend our events are in a higher risk group, we know the decision to cancel Relay events is in the best interests of our community.
“We thank you so much for your fundraising and planning efforts for these events so far, we are extremely grateful to you”.
Anyone with questions are encouraged to contact the Supporter Care team on 1300 65 65 85.
