RUN DIPG

A huge thank you to everyone who made The OX 100K 2025 such an extraordinary success! Over $250,000 raised for DIPG/DMG awareness and research, all in memory of Frankie Fitzgerald. 🌈 From our incredible Major Sponsors - Ballina RSL, Reflections Holidays, Ballina Shire Council and PSC Insurance Brokers - to every Lap Sponsor who powered each kilometre, your generosity fuels vital DIPG/DMG research and awareness. To our volunteers: your energy, dedication and smiles kept challengers hydrated, motivated, and safe. From coordinating crowds to cheering on every step, we couldn’t have done it without you. A special shout-out to our allied health team, who supported our participants through every ache and challenge. And finally, to Kelly, Josh, John and the RUN DIPG crew behind the scenes -your tireless planning, coordination, and heart brought this event to life and ensured every runner, volunteer, and supporter had an unforgettable experience. Together, you’ve created a weekend full of determination, community, and impact - and you’ve helped move us #TowardsACure. 💛 Thank you, from the bottom of our hearts. #TheOX100K #RUN4RUNDIPG #DIPGAwareness #FundraisingForHope #MovingTowardsACure Lap Sponsors: Salt Air Conditioning Be Seen Eyewear Lismore & Ballina Total Fitouts® Range Brewing Kopi Lennox Coates CrossFit Ballina Ballina Family Medical Centre Beaumont Tiles McGrath Estate Agents Ballina Architectural Roofing + Building Supplies Hosie & Partners Solicitors Bennett Constructions Trivett Byron Coolrooms Judd Building Co Joia Hair Studio Sisu Recovery Papaya Lennox

The BRAINIAC³ meeting was held in Newcastle the past two days, a collaborative effort proudly supported by RUNDIPG. Bringing together teams from University of Newcastle, WEHI (Walter and Eliza Hall Institute of Medical Research) and Children's Cancer Institute, we're excited to see the team understand and pursue the benefits of immune-based therapy for DMG patients. At RUN DIPG we know that a diagnosis doesn't just impact the patient, it devastates families and sends shockwaves through communities. Similarly, no one researcher will find the answer we're waiting for - it takes a village. Thanks to our supporters, RUN DIPG makes possible the collaborative research efforts required to change the DIPG/DMG story. Together we're #MovingTowardsACure. From front left - Prof Matt Dun (UON), A/Prof Fa Valdes Mora (CCI), Dr Yolanda Colino Sanguino (CCIA), Dr Laura Rodríguez de la Fuente (CCI), Dr Ryan Cross (WEHI), Dr Alexander Davenport (WEHI), Izac Findlay (UON), Sarah Fox (CCI), Dr Evangeline Jackson (UON), Dr Mika Persson (UON), Alicia Douglas (UON), Prof Misty Jenkins PhD AO (WEHI), and thanks to Jon Brock (Write Media - absent) supporting the team's upcoming funding application to enable the work.

As we come to the end of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, we invite you to watch this powerful video.🎗   At RUN DIPG, our goal is to change "Go home and make memories" to "Let’s discuss your options” for families facing DIPG/DMG. If we invest in the research, we can lead the change for kids with cancer.   Together, we can change the trajectory of this disease. Please share this video and help support our mission #MovingTowardsACure 💛   Our deepest gratitude to Jess' parents, Demi's parents, and Ruby’s mum for their continued bravery. And a very special thank you to Elastic for creating this incredible awareness video and amplifying the stories of these families.   #RUNDIPG #DMG #DMG #BrainCancerAwareness #BrainCancerResearch

On the final day of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, we wanted to bring your attention to this beautiful way to honour Eve Daher’s memory. On Friday, September 26th, Eve Daher's school came together on Childhood Brain Cancer Awareness Day and unveiled the Buddy Bench. Eve was passionate about making sure no one felt alone. As her school's SRC representative, she dreamed of having a Buddy Bench installed so kids would always have a place to find a friend. Her dream and legacy now lives on through this beautiful bench - a place of purpose, kindness and connection for generations to come. 🎗️ Eve’s compassion, strength and determination continue to inspire us. This bench is more than a place to sit, it’s a reminder of her heart and the incredible difference one child can make. #ChildhoodBrainCancerAwarenessDay #BuddyBenchForEve #MovingTowardsACure

⛳️ Christmas spirit, a cheeky swing, and a whole lot of heart - Flo’s Christmas Golf Cup is back! 🎄 Date Friday, 5th December 2025 🏌️♂️ Venue: Charlestown Golf Course 🎁 Registrations open now Whether you're a seasoned golfer or just in it for the raffle, this is one of the most special days on our calendar - raising funds for childhood brain cancer research in honour of Flo and families just like hers. Tag your team and register now via our link in bio. Festive polos encouraged - perfect for the work Christmas party! #FlosGolfCup #RUNDIPG #TeeOffForACause #ChristmasWithPurpose

A big thank you to our sponsors 💛🐝 With their backing and your generosity, Run 4 Run has already hit almost $90,000 raised! Every cent goes to changing the future for kids with brain cancer. Our sponsors: Newcastle Coal Infrastructure Group, Zenviron, One Rail @ausgrid_official, @lkp_branding, @shot_by_bb_rad, @runlabhq.

Congratulations to Matt Dun and the Dun Lab Team. This is incredible news. #movingtowardsacure

What an unforgettable day at RUN 4 RUN DIPG 2025. Our community came together in strength and solidarity, and the atmosphere was nothing short of inspiring. Thank you to all the runners, walkers, families, volunteers, sponsors and supporters who made this year’s event such a powerful reminder of what we can achieve together. Your support brings us one step closer to a future with better outcomes for kids and families impacted by DIPG. #RUNDIPG #MovingTowardsACure

RUN 4 RUN DIPG is on tomorrow! A friendly reminder that there is no parking on Cowlishaw Street. Please plan ahead and: ✔️ Park a little further away and enjoy a short walk to the oval (your run warm-up 😉) ✔️ Carpool or get dropped off by a friend ✔️ Be mindful and respectful of our neighbours - please don’t block driveways 🚫 Thank you for helping us keep the day safe, smooth, and community-friendly 💛

✨ Hey Barossa South locals! ✨ You’re invited to the Courageous Hearts Charity Dinner, proudly hosted by Mansell Financial Services and Precision Legal 💛 📍 Lambert Estate, Barossa Valley 🗓️ Tuesday, October 14 🎤 Featuring keynote speaker Shane Oliver, AMP Chief Economist The event is being fully funded by Mansell Financial Services and Precision Legal, with all funds raised from ticket purchases and donations raised on the night being directed to the Charity. 🎟️ Seats are limited - secure your tickets now via our link in bio. Together, we can make a difference. #CourageousHearts #RunDIPG #MovingTowardsACure