Dry July 2016 a success
By Samii Avdic on
Over 16,700 Australians embarked on their Dry July journey in 2016, giving up alcohol for the month in order to raise funds for adults living with cancer.
So far, their combined efforts have raised $3.59 million, which will be used to ease the burden, reduce stress, and add comfort for those affected by cancer. The way Dry July achieves this is by funding support services such as hospital transport, patient accommodation, free Wi-Fi, and mobile phone chargers. The aim is to help in ways that may not be front of mind following a cancer diagnosis, and in turn hopefully reducing anxiety for patients.
Previously, services such as wellness programs, wig libraries and complementary therapies including meditation and art therapy have been funded...
Dry July Shave Off
By Samii Avdic on
Mark Udovitch, along with the team at the Liverpool Cancer Therapy Centre, held their Dry July Shave Off on Friday as their own personal take on the Dry July challenge.
Mark is a radiation therapist at the centre, and was inspired to grow out his hair when one of his patients told him that losing hers was more daunting than losing her breasts to her cancer.
Mark then decided to grow his hair long enough for it to be donated to a wig library for patients, which was done on the 29th July. To showcase the exact hair that he would be donating, Mark decided to create a campaign that would also raise money for Dry July, which involved him impersonating other fellow long-haired celebrities. His impressions include Kim Kardashian, Kate...
Studio Shakedown
By Dry July on
Dry July ambassador & SKY NEWS anchor, Jaynie Seal, got into the ‘swing’ of things and hosted a Studio Shakedown at Sydney Dance Company to raise funds for Dry July.
Jaynie says: “We know that people find it difficult going out to the normal bars and clubs during Dry July so we wanted to provide a really fun option for people to have a great party without the need to have an alcoholic drink. Plus a portion of the ticket price directly benefits Dry July so it’s win/win.”
Jaynie was joined by Sydney Dance Company Studio Class Director, Ramon Doringo, for a fun and fast dance class event full of non-stop action. In the class, attendees followed the teacher’s lead to learn structured combinations in Jazz, Funk and Hip Hop and built...
My Dry July: Team Dry Patch
By Samii Avdic on
Last year, the Hardy family participated in Dry July simply because they felt passionate about the cause, but what they didn’t expect was that less than a year later, cancer would personally affect their family.
On the 25th April 2016, their mother, Anne, was diagnosed with an invasive facial tumour. Her only option was to go through a gruelling 10-hour surgery for it to be removed, and currently, Anne faces a long road of radiation and chemotherapy.
“She is a strong and amazing person who will fight this with all she has. We love and admire her beyond words,” says her daughter Nicole.
The family have set up a Dry July team, “Dry Patch”, where Anne has agreed to have her image used as the cover photo. Nicole emphasises, “This...
Sydney Event: Conscious Dating Supporting Dry July
By Dry July on
Conscious Dating supporting Dry July:
· Friday, July 29, 2016
· 7:00pm 9:30pm
· Abercrombie Street, Chippendale, NSW, 2008, Australia
* 20% of ticket sales will be donated to Dry July.
** Non-alcoholic wine & beer, organic herbal tea and finger food provided.
Details:
"We will be learning how to create killer mocktails with Sodastream and then attendees will meet each other one-on-one, guided by some fun challenges and conversation starters. You are given a card to note who you'd like to see again, and matches are emailed after the event.
This is a dry event, but you don't need to be participating in Dry July to attend. So turn off Netflix, sweep aside your doona and come meet some babes, whilst giving your liver a break and...
What to do in Melbourne this Dry July
By Dry July on
On The List have put together a great video guide on how to entertain yourself in Melbourne during Dry July.
Some inspiration for the sober weekends ahead!
If you're interested in more ideas and events to help you get through the month in Melbourne, On The List has a great range of articles:
Dry July friendly posts:
On The List Melbourne has gone DRY JULY
Dry July Best of Series 1 – Culture and Attractions
Dry July Best of Series 2 – Laughs and Show
Dry July Best of Series 3 – Nibbles and Food Fests
Dry July friendly videos:
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Transport 2 Treatment
By Dry July on
Dry July is proud to fund a number of Transport to Treatment services across Australia.
Those who are diagnosed with cancer and live in regional and outer metropolitan areas often experience difficulties in getting to cancer related appointments. Some do not have access to a vehicle, others are simply too unwell to drive. Or alternatively some find it stressful to drive in to the city, especially older people, this in turn increases their distress associated with treatment or appointments.
Rockhampton local Arthur Cranston was one of many Queenslanders who used the service this year as part of Cancer Council Queensland's Interlodge Transport Service.
Arthur and his wife Helen stayed at CCQ’s Charles Wanstall Apex Lodge in Brisbane for more...
60 Ideas For Your Dry July Weekends
By Dry July on
It’s very easy to think about all the things you can’t do when not drinking, but what about all the things you can? Particularly now that you have all this extra time and money. Here is a list of weekend activities that you can do in most cities.
OUTINGS
- Go to the Zoo
- Go to the Aquarium
- Have a picnic
- Go to the spa
- Go to a friend’s/family member’s house
- Go to the theme park
- Go to the beach
- Go to the movies
- Visit a museum/art gallery
- Go shopping
- Go to the markets
- Go for a meal
- Go to a concert
- Go to a local festival
- Go mini-golfing
- Go normal golfing
- Go to the country-side
- Get away for the weekend
- Go ice skating
RELAXING ACTIVITIES
- Read a book
- Do some gardening
- Watch Netflix
- Play video games
- Spend time with family/friends
- Play a board...
Patient Arthur Cranston on CCQ's Interlodge Transport Service
By Ellie Williams on
Funds raised from Dry July directly benefits thousands of Queenslanders impacted by cancer. Last year, your funds helped Cancer Council Queensland (CCQ) offer an Interlodge Transport Service to regional cancer patients staying at accommodation lodges in Cairns, Townsville, South Brisbane, and Herston.
The free service transports patients and their carers from our lodges to local treatment facilities, as well as to and from airports and major transit centres. Each year CCQ's Interlodge Transport Service provides more than 10,000 patient and carer transport trips, helping to ease some of the financial burden that comes with a cancer diagnosis.
Rockhampton local Arthur Cranston was one of many Queenslanders who used the...