TeamMONASH™ Walk/Run for Cancer Research

Monday 11 May

In 2005 Monash University began participating in the Mothers Day classic with 180 participants. On Sunday 10 May, 2009 this grew to 1,000 TeamMONASH™ participants bringing together students, staff, alumni, family and friends from many generations.

With the sun shining and great weather conditions, TeamMONASH™ stood out in the crowd with their vibrant purple uniforms. A dedicated team of volunteers assisted on the day cheering on the team, providing support services and face painting. 

For Monash University staff member, Tricia Thorne (Manager, Monash Residential Services, Peninsula campus) the day marked significance with four generations of women in her family participating in the event. Tricia’s Mum of 87, daughter and granddaughter with other family members participated in the 4km walk. Tricia said that “it was fantastic to be part of our own family team whilst also part of the larger Monash team. The organisation of the event was perfect, even to the extent of the weather.” 

Our largest family team entry came from Michael Scorgie (Academic Development Manager, Department of Accounting and Finance, Faculty of Business and Economics) who brought 29 people from his family to the event. 

The Mothers Day classic is the biggest community fundraising event for breast cancer research in Australia, giving people the chance to make a real difference to the lives of those diagnosed with breast cancer. TeamMONASH™ received two awards on the day, the UniSuper Tertiary Team Award – Largest Tertiary Team, Victoria and Largest Tertiary Team – National. 

TeamMONASH™ events provide a fantastic opportunity for the Monash community to come together, support a worthy cause and memories that stay forever. Upcoming events for TeamMONASH™ include the Monash Games in Melbourne and the Walk the Talk fun walk in Johannesburg, both held in July.

For all media enquiries, please contact Lloyd Gordon, 9905 8818

Tricia Thorne with Mum, daughter and granddaughter at the 2009 Mothers Day Classic