Australian Youth Against Cancer (AYAC)

Tradies donation will forward the fight against cancer

5/08/2011

AYAC thanks Tradies for their generous contribution to our cause through their 'Tradies Tribe Give Back Program'

Community Service Announcement for Lifehouse at RPA

27/07/2011

Take a look at this video hot from Channel 9. AYAC is hard at work advocating for young adult cancer sufferers and supporting the Chris O'Brien Lifehouse at RPA.

Spend $20 in AFIF's Raffle for Australian Youth Against Cancer (and win the Apple motherload!)

26/07/2011

Next month the Australian Federation of Freight Forwarders (AFIF) are making a big contribution to AYAC by donating the proceeds of their annual golf day at Macquarie links to our cause - over $20 000

Major Raiser photos are up!

25/07/2011

On Saturday July 16, the teams from AYAC and Major Raiser came together to throw one hell of a party at the Gaellic Club in Sydney. Over 450 came and celebrated with us on the night as we raised over $10 000 for the treatment and support

Exciting news from our friends at the UTS Law Student's Society!

19/07/2011

AYAC is proud to be the official charitable beneficiary of the LSS in 2011 - with a team in the City2Surf, involvement in the Brennan Justice Program and an association with their amazing annual Law Ball.

Interview with Rory Brooks and Chris Boyd for Major Raiser!

7/07/2011

In the lead up to Major Raiser's party for AYAC, Dom Greenwood sat down with Rory and Chris (two young cancer survivors) to gain some insight into life during and after cancer. Check it out

AYAC at the Professor Chris O'Brien Commemorative Lunch 2011

1/07/2011

In June, Chris from AYAC was given the incredible opportunity to speak at the Commemorative Lunch for the late Professor Chris O'Brien. Chris appealed to the audience to contribute generously to the Lifehouse project.

Up to Something Great?

15/06/2011

In 2010 AYAC was selected to join the Young Social Pioneers Program run by the Foundation for Young Australians. A year later we're proudly members of this program's alumni and encourage all young people with a vision to apply in 2011!

presenting: CARNIVALE!

5/03/2011

Carnivale! will be Sydney's coolest small speakeasy for just one night - as AYAC's team of obsessed and nerdy cocktail barmen set up a pop-up bar in a Darlinghurst basement for a night of fun, mixology and excitement.

A Party for a Cause

11/02/2011

AYAC in conjunction with Subski, the Sydney University Ski Club, will present a party like no other to raise funds for AYAC and Lifehouse at RPA. Find out all the details here.

Murray River - Defeated

10/02/2011

The AYAC team has successfully accomplished what it had set out to complete over two months ago - kayak Australia's longest river.

Mildura and Renmark

24/01/2011

The team has reached one of the most picturesque regions of the Murray River as they draw closer to Lake Alexandrina and the Murray mouth. You can see some great pictures and read about what the team has been up to here.

Must see Video

23/01/2011

You may remember we showed you some great aerial pictures of Chris and Ian paddling along Lake Mulwala. Well, you've got to see the video the guys have put together of that footage as well as other video they have taken along the way.

Swan Hill and Barham

21/01/2011

Over the New Year period and into early January, the AYAC Support crew grew significantly larger with many people making the journey down to join the team as Chris and Ian paddled through Echuca and Swan Hill. Read all about it here.

Christmas Lunch

28/12/2010

Ever wondered what a bush Christmas would be like? Well why not find out how Ian and Chris spent their Christmas day in the heat and amongst countless mosquitoes as they paddled towards Tocumwal, here.

View from the Air

26/12/2010

We've got some great images of the boys kayaking along Lake Mulwala as Luke and Cam from the AYAC team travelled high above in an ultralight aircraft organised by Yarrawonga Flight Training. Check out some of the pictures here.

Pictures of Yarrawonga

24/12/2010

While on the Murray, the AYAC team has taken some great photos as they make their way along the river. Check out some of the pictures here and find out where you can see more great images.

AYAC takes Albury by storm

19/12/2010

It's fair to say that Albury has fallen in love with AYAC. As Chris and Ian paddled into town, the AYAC Toyota Support Crew was also capturing the attention of the locals. Find out about all the events that have taken place here.

Riding the rapids to Albury

18/12/2010

After cruising down the rapids at the Murray Gates in record time, when the water was well above the recommended level, Chris and Ian reached Albury where the met the AYAC Toyota Support Crew. Catch some great footage here.

Support Crew at Cronulla

13/12/2010

The AYAC Support Crew and the brand new Toyota Landcruiser Sahara lapped up the sun at Cronulla beach yesterday. The team are finalising their preparations before they leave on Wednesday.

The Journey Begins - Days: 1-3

9/12/2010

Chris and Ian have begun their journey and we have all the latest from the Murray River. Read all Chris and Ian's blog posts here. So strap yourself in and change your underpants. Chris and Ian certainly won't be.

Murray River Schedule and Events

11/11/2010

Thinking of joining us on the Murray? Check out the AYAC Support Crew schedule and proposed events for the Murray River Appeal NOW!!

Bunnings BBQ

10/11/2010

AYAC recently conducted a BBQ fundraiser at Rockdale Bunnings. We appreciate the support of those businesses who donated, including Alley Break Cafe at Cronulla and Sonoma Bakery, Waterloo. See a full report and photos here.

UTS Law Students' Society - RAFFLE

10/10/2010

The UTS Law Students' Society is holding a Raffle, the proceeds of which will go to Australian Youth Against Cancer. There are some great prizes generously donated by a number of companies. Find out how to buy tickets and see the prizes.

BRASS MONKEY FUNDRAISING LAUNCH!

26/09/2010

AYAC's Sutherland Shire fundraising launch is coming in November to the Brass Monkey in Cronulla The night signifies the launch of our charity in the Sutherland Shire and a final celebration before the start of our 2010 Murray River Appeal

Sutherland2Surf - AYAC's First Fundraising Event

26/07/2010

Australian Youth Against Cancer has conducted its first fundraising event with over 40 people participating in the 11km Sutherland2Surf.

Kogarah Rotary Club Event

10/07/2010

Following the article in the St George and Sutherland Shire Leader, the Kogarah Rotary Club invited AYAC to be guest speakers at their Rotary Club meeting earlier this month.

AYAC in the Local Paper

11/06/2010

Read the article on AYAC in the St George and Sutherland Shire Leader.

New sponsor signs on with AYAC

23/05/2010

Australian Youth Against Cancer have just added a new sponsor to our current list.

Young Australian cancer survivor launches charity

19/05/2010

Youth cancer survivor, Chris Boyd, has established a new charity to raise awareness and educate about the prevalence of cancer in young Australians.

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