In a bid to contribute to a noble cause, huge turnout was seen for the Queensland Cancer Council in the Relay for Life in last weekend. It was amazing to see how Gympie people showed their support for the genuine cause which would escalate level of cancer awareness. Over 300 people were seen at the One Mile Ovals to hit the road for the walk for 18 hours to raise funds for cancer.

As of now, nearly $47,650 have been collected and more are expected to come, as per Delighted Relay for Life co-ordinator Sara Morley, who is expecting to reach the mark of $50,000.

The walk has been done for all those who could relate to all their loved ones who battled cancer at some point of their life. They are the ones along with cancer survivors who could understand the actual aim behind the crusade.

There were many events lined up for the people like live music, jumping castles, food stalls and the traditional Relay talent show at 5pm on Saturday, after opening ceremony was started by Gympie cancer survivor Lou Beresford.

There have been many events which are marked as events for cancer awareness. Among all the events, there was one more event in the name of Ballina Relay for Life last weekend. It was seen that 69-year-old Evans Head man, who being a prostate cancer survivor, have been driving buses for Ballina Buslines in Ballina.

It has been told that Terry Smith got the shock of his life when he was told that he has prostate cancer five years back, but after battling it out, he made a point that he would support those who are facing such troubling times.

With the involvement of 100 cancer survivors and carers, the opening lap was taken. Furthermore, it was confirmed that over 1000 people registered for the relay and raised over $66,000 for the Cancer Council.