Basketball stadium to turn pink

BALLARAT Basketball staff are hosting an inaugural Pink Luncheon early next month.

To be held on Wednesday 8 May in the Selkirk Stadium lounge, the aim of the event

is to raise funds to support breast cancer research and treatment.

“This year we are partnering with Breast Cancer Network Australia as well as a local organisation in Ballarat Pink Phoenix, in the effort to raise not only critical awareness but also much-needed funds that will assist both organisations continue the wonderful work that they already currently do,” said Ballarat Basketball partnerships and marketing manager, Chris Thornton.

Ballarat Pink Phoenix is a breast cancer support group that has regular social meeting, but members also fundraise to support the work of McGrath Foundation-funded breast care nurses at the Ballarat Regional Integrated Cancer Centre.

The Pink Luncheon is just one part of Ballarat Basketball’s Pink Week, running from Monday 6 to Saturday 11 May.

“This luncheon will form a major part of our week of festivities to celebrate, promote, and appreciate the importance of the cause and how we, through our sporting network, can ensure that we make a lasting impression that hopefully has an even longer lasting impact moving forward,” Mr Thornton said.

Also on the week’s schedule is an official launch, deliveries of care packages with Ballarat Pink Phoenix members to McGrath nurses, a Together Walk from the Minerdome to Selkirk Stadium, and community engagement.

Individuals can book seats at the luncheon for $70, or tables of 10 can be booked for $500.

“Everyone attending will be provided with a pink drink and canapes on arrival as well as a sit-down meal whilst listening to a guest speaker panel, as well as a silent auction throughout the day, where some of the prizes are worth coming for,” Mr Thornton said.

Arrival for the luncheon is from 12pm. Bookings close on Wednesday 1 May and can be made at bit.ly/4b89voI.