Pancretan Association of Melbourne raises funds for breast cancer research

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The Pancretan Association of Melbourne has held a successful High Tea Fundraiser for the National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF), raising $13,000 to support breast cancer research.

Held on Sunday, July 27, at the Members Pavilion in Wantirna South, the event featured guest speakers including cancer survivors, a live auction, raffle prizes, show bags, and a traditional high tea service.

The Association thanked its volunteers, sponsors, and guests, calling the afternoon “an event of inspiration, generosity, and community spirit.”

All funds will go directly to the NBCF to advance life-saving research. In a comment on Facebook, the NBCF thanked the Association for its support, writing: “this is such an incredible achievement.”

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