Archive for 2020

An NSW breast cancer survivor who buys tickets in the Play for Purpose raffle, to support her favourite charity, Dragons Abreast Australia never expected to win the first prize of $250,000.The Northern Rivers Region woman won the first prize of $250,000 worth of gold bullion in the most recent Play For Purpose raffle drawn 24 September 2020. A NSW breast cancer survivor who…

AFTER seven months off the water, Ballarat’s dragon boating community is back on Lake Wendouree. Although only allowed 10 people in the boat due to COVID-19 restrictions, Dragons Abreast coordinator, Wendy Jacobs said members can enjoy a paddle on Tuesday evenings and Saturday mornings on a rotational basis. “We normally have 22 people in our…

Our wonderful National Ambassador, Robyn Moore has produced a fabulous webinar, “THE POWER OF THE WORD WHEN IT’S ALL TOO MUCH!” Robyn’s personal, authentic presentation is designed to be of value during these times of Change, Shut Downs and Uncertainty. Sharing her Covid-19 situation, inspiring stories and insights, Robyn invites you to access the best…

Information and support regarding cancer and COVID-19 Cancer Council understands that Australians undergoing cancer treatment, cancer survivors and their families and friends may have questions in relation to the recent outbreak of Coronavirus and the illness it causes, COVID-19. If you have cancer your immune system may not be as strong as it is normally…

Recently Dragons Abreast Ballarat celebrated its 15th Anniversary with a drinks and canapés Paddle Steamer cruise on Lake Wendouree. We reflected on one of the unexpected but wonderful benefits that come with Dragons Abreast – Travel. Not just to exotic places but exploring the many watery by-ways in our own state. Paddlers have also undertaken…