The Buangor committee donated $3200 to the Ararat Breast Cancer Support Group to ensure the funds were used to help people from Ararat and the region. 

The monitor will help treat of women with breast cancer and other cancer patients.

“We would like to thank the Ararat Breast Cancer Support Group for their ongoing support of the Oncology Department and also thank the Buangor Community Sports Centre Committee for their generous donation,” EGHS chief executive Nick Bush said.

“The support of local groups such as these ensures that we are able to continue to provide high quality care to cancer patients from across the region.”

A plaque acknowledging Ararat Breast Cancer Support Group’s ongoing support has been unveiled in the Oncology Department.

The plaque recognises the group’s financial contribution towards the purchase of specialised chairs for patients to use while undergoing chemotherapy. 

The money raised by the Ararat Breast Cancer Support Group comes from donations from community groups in Ararat and the surrounding areas, including the Grease Monkeys, Seniors Club, TOWN Club, Ararat Ladies’ Bike Group, Deb’s Diner, Ys Menettes and the Ararat Woodies.

“Donations are occasionally passed on to the Breast Cancer Support Group, who ensure that the funds stay in Ararat,” EGHS breast care nurse Sarah Carter said.

“The Breast Cancer Support Group purchases specific items for the Oncology Department with the money donated, so that all cancer patients in our local area can receive the benefit.”

At the unveiling, Mr Bush thanked the group for their ongoing support of the health service and in particular the oncology department.

“Their commitment to improving people’s lives is tremendous,” he said.

“Bev Walker, Kaye Fox and all members are very focused and driven to improve things and this is uplifting for all of us.”