The Edmund Webb Boarding House will be participating in the Cancer Council’s Relay for Life at Centennial Park again this year. The event runs from May 17–18  and we’re aiming to raise at least $1500. This year’s event is led by Year 11 boarder Mark Perri (11/PR) with Senior Boarding Prefect Keegan Roberts (12/ME), as well as other boarders who are keen to make a difference.

For those of you who are unfamiliar with the event, Relay for Life is a 24 hour overnight fundraising event. Teams raise money and get sponsored to have at least one team member constantly walking the track. It is a great opportunity for communities to get together, while supporting and remembering those who have battled cancer. All funds raised will go to the Cancer Council’s research, prevention, education and support services.

The program of the Relay for Life also includes a Hope Ceremony, Survivor’s Walk and Fight Back Lap. Entertainment, food stands and many other activities are also provided to all help a great cause. To donate, please click here.

Participation this year has more than doubled to 40 plus boarders, which is the majority of Edmund Webb House boys. This huge increase from last year is quite exceptional and great to see. The team will be running a car wash and a barbecue, as well as individual initiatives in the lead up to the event to raise funds.

The Edmund Webb Boarding House would like to thank Newington Challenge in advanced for loaning tents as well as anyone who will be donating or supporting.

A special thanks must also go to the Boarding House staff-in-residence, Mr Mark Oliphant, Mr Rex Nottage, Mr James Norman, Mr Will van Asperen (ON 2006) and Mr Tom Lever and their families.