OCTOBER IS ALSO, BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH


Pink Ribbon day is officially the fourth Monday in October, this year it will be Monday 22nd October. I've found two Australian websites all about the significant day:

The Cancer Council [link]

The National Breast Cancer Foundation [link]


You can participate in the special day by:

Ordering a "Pink Ribbon" Merchandise Box to sell, helping raise funds to support breast cancer research. From the Cancer Council's pink website - [link]

The merchandise is provided on a sale or return basis and will be delivered to you free of charge. You will also receive a poster, a competition entry form and details of how to bank your funds. All you need to do is complete the online form [link] and the box will be delivered out to you in about 7 - 10 working days.


Or, you can Volunteer to sell "Pink Ribbon Day merchandise" at one of the many volunteer sites in your state.

Sites are located in shopping precincts, transport hubs, and other busy areas in your community. It's a great way to have fun, meet new people and experience Pink Ribbon Day. Or you need do is complete your details online [link] and you will be contacted regarding availability and location of sites.


Or, you can purchase "Pink Ribbon Day" Merchandise from any of these Australian outlets:
- Amcal
- BeMe
- Best & Less
- BigW
- Crossroads
- Curves
- Laura Ashley
- MaggieT
- Medicare Australia
- Miller's Fashion Club
- Rockmans
- Target
- Wombat
[link]


Or, you can order a Pink Ribbon T-Shirt, if you're in NSW you can purchase them online but for all other states you need to call the Toll free number - [link]


You can also purchase the famous "Breast Cancer Target T-Shirts" [link]


Or, you can buy a "Pink Ribbon Wallpaper" for your mobile.
Virtual pink ribbons can also be purchased for your mobile. Simply TEXT the word pink to 19 39 39 and for $5.55 a Pink Ribbon wallpaper will be sent to your phone.The NBCF receives $3.00.
_{Terms and conditions: $5.55 includes GST. Please get bill payer’s permission and, if you are a pre-paid customer, make sure you have enough credit to cover the cost of the SMS; only successfully billed messages will be actioned. WAP/GPRS charges apply; make sure your phone is WAP enabled. Not available to 3, Orange or CDMA customers. Helpline 1300 724 406.}


Or, you can be part of or even volunteer to "Host a Pink Ribbon Breakfast" [link]


Or, you can participate in Porches in Pink [link] where you purchase a special pink OSRAM light globe for your front porch, for October.

2005 marked the first annual "Porches in Pink Campaign". This year, throughout October, globes are available to purchase for only $2.00, at the following Australian nationwide stores:

- Bunnings
- The Professionals (Real Estate)
- Kmart

Last year the campaign was an amazing success, with stores selling out of globes across Australia. Snap up your globe quick smart before they sell out! So lets light up our porch this October and at the same time Raise Awareness for Breast Cancer Research.


And lastly here's a few National Australian Events to try:

- 26th September "Intimate Dinners Gala Event" Sydney
- 26th September "Official Cocktail Launch Party" Summit Restaurant, NSW

- 26-28th September "Illuminated in Pink Gala Event" Adelaide Botanic Gardens

- 28th September "Gatsby-Inspired Gala Event" Wrest Point, Hobart

- 6th October "The Splash of Pink Gala Ball" Brisbane City Hall

- 11th October "The Pink Dinner" Albert Hall, Canberra

NB. More Australian State Gala Events and Information can be found online [link] ]


Personally I really like the idea of the pink globe on your front porch. You're now entering the Pink Light District...