I'm raising money to help relieve the financial burden from families that have a child being treated for a cancer diagnosis.
For about two years, I’ve been growing my hair to donate it for an amazing cause. Now, my hair grows at roughly the speed of pigeon mail, so this has taken a LOT of patience! But after what feels like forever, it’s finally long enough for the chop.
I’m cutting my hair to help support children with cancer. The funds raised will help create bespoke wigs for children, provide much-needed financial support to families, and fund important programs in paediatric oncology hospitals across Australia.
Every dollar makes a difference, and your donation will be deeply appreciated.
And before anyone asks, no, I won't be fully twinning with my brother 
— I'm opting for a shoulder-length bob!
Thank you for cheering me on and supporting this fundraiser. It means so much to me, the children and families this supports, and my very slow-growing head of hair. 
My Achievements
Updated Profile Picture
50% of Fundraising Goal
100% of Fundraising Goal
Self Donated
Shared Page
Added Blog Post
Thanked Donor
Sent Email
Received 5 donations
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Happy Friyay!
Friday 3rd JulIt is Friday night, the moon is out, and I'm feeling a little contemplative. I'm grateful to be able to express it all in this blog.
When I decided back in January 2024 to grow my hair for donation, I had no idea what the next two and a half years would hold.
In that time, friends and family have been diagnosed with cancer, a friend's mum, a friend's brother, and relatives and friends have passed away from cancer, I had my own scare, and life has unfolded in ways I never could have imagined. I've often heard "If you want to make God laugh, tell Him your plans." It always makes me smile because life really does have a way of surprising us.
Looking back, there are things I wish I'd done differently. There are things I'd love to change. But I also know I did the best I could with what I knew at the time... and, little by little, day by day, you make peace with that and keep learning. I also won’t forget to collect all the little joys along the way, there’s been plenty to laugh and smile about.
A few people have called me brave. Honestly, I don't think donating my hair is especially brave, it's just hair. (And despite many suggestions to twin with my brother, I won't be going for the pixie cut!!)
But, I have been thinking about what courage really is. I don't think courage is the absence of fear. I think it is choosing to take the next step, or speaking up, even when fear is sitting close beside you, whispering in your ear.
I memorised these words many years ago without fully understanding them"Love can never dwell in a heart possessed by fear."
I'm still learning what they mean, but I think, in this little/not so little time I've been on earth, love asks us to trust a little more, let go a little more, and keep choosing kindness over fear.
The support, generosity and encouragement I've received have been overwhelming. Thank you to everyone who has donated, shared my fundraiser, or simply sent a kind message. You've reminded me that kindness, even if it is a noun, it is really a verb.
Last thing to say for this blog update-I've also been learning that kindness doesn't ask us to forget ourselves. It means treating others with compassion while offering ourselves that very same compassion, and I think we could all use a little more of both.
See you on the other side of Monday..with a new bob.
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Nearly time
Wednesday 24th JunFirst hair donation and now first blog…
You know, I have read a fair few articles calling out AI narration, and I admit I have used it a few times for professional write-ups. But, I have used em-dashes for as long as I have picked up a pencil, without even knowing what they were called, and I have written, edited, trashed, re-written, edited, changed my mind, started again, paused, re-written, many, many posts - from FB to whattsapp messages.
So, directly conveyed - this post, is AI free.
Firstly, thank you for taking time to view this page, encouraging me, either through a donation or a kind thought.
Kids should experience a childhood full of wonder. Days full of bug hunting, star gazing, wave jumping, mess making and silly smiles, and when cancer hits, it instead clouds their days with anxiety and tests. This organisation lovingly provides hope, to the kids going through the big C and their heartbroken families. So, you’ve added to the hope jar stored in their cupboard, Thank you.
I love numbers and patterns, my brain seems to look for them, even when I am not looking, so in line with this love for numbers, I have chosen 7pm, 7 July 2026 for the big cut (get it? 07.07 haha!)
Now, in case I never have an opportunity to publish again, I hope it is okay that I turn to you to say something? (and really, to the 7,15, 30, and 40+ year old me).
We are always working our butt off to do the right thing, and often you put yourself last, and swallow the hurt, but that invisible tungsten rod, sourced from some invisible fire, gives us the strength to stand oak tall.
So to you, who has taken the time to read this, this is for you.
In between the inhale and exhale of life’s heartbreaks, and the stolen moments of quiet introspection, may you, every day, hasten to learn to accept and love yourself.
Remember to offer yourself the same grace that you give to others.
Break bread with your past lives - they brought you here, and look how mighty you are.
May we be brave in our actions so that we demonstrate love, so that all those loving and kind thoughts find expression, a connection, because at the end of it all, we need each other.
So be kind, to yourself, and to others and be generous in love.
I may not always say it, but I see your kindness, and it is always appreciated. It is a perfume that will never lose its scent.
ShareThank you to my Sponsors
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William Thomas
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Gavin Martyn
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Billy Cobbe
Hi Tahereh, Well done but you'd raise more money if you shaved your head :) Cheers Billy
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Andreina Xx
Good on you!!!! So proud of you!!!
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Raylee Ham
You are amazing xxx What a fabulous contribution 👏 Love you heaps ❤️
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Harshita Sah
Commendable job Tah. You have such a kind heart. All the best!
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Rosario
Good job, daughter! Am proud of you.
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Anonymous
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Sohail & Amelia
Your spirit of generosity is an example to us all
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Suse
What a beautiful thing you are doing T. xxx
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John Luscombe
You are such a kind person Tahereh. Good on you for doing this.
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Cassandre Khoury
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Melinda O'connell
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Jenny O'shea
Well done Tah - you have great heart ♥️
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Bee Sim
Good on you T! 👏 👏 What a worthy cause to support and cant wait to see you in your new rocking hair style ! xx
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Phyllis
You are a beautiful soul!
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Leonie
What a great thing to do..
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Linda Tebyanian
Tahereh joon, what an incredible cause you support. You are always so kind and caring, helping everyone. It’s of love
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Anonymous
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Ambar Sidhwani
Let’s go Tahereh Let’s Go 👏🏼👏🏼 Well done on smashing your goal.
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Farkhondeh
Great job TaTa!🙏
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Todd Prees
Love your heart - thank you for being such a kind and inspiring human being!
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Karen Gravas
What a beautiful cause Tahereh
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Yoshika Anekawa
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Leann Yuen
What a fab cause Tahereh!!
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Brett & Vanessa
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Sahba
Love your sweet soul 🥰
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Solmaz Aghdam
What a beautiful thing to do Tahereh joon❤️❤️
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Jo Telfer
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Gabteam
Many blessings your way to a dear friend. Let your heart continue to burn with loving kindness.
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Fay
I wish we had more people like you in the world. Love you
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Mary
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Michelle Garcia
Wonderful and kind as always Tahereh. We appreciate all you do xx
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Anurag Todkar
So Proud of you and best luck
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Alice Dang
What a beautiful cause Tahereh xxx
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Nassim Taeidi
You are an amazing woman ♥️
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Anonymous
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Manijeh
Dear Tahereh wishing you all the best with this amazing fundraiser for children and families affected by cancer.
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Milena
You are amazing! Good on you for supporting such a great cause x
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Kylie Roberts
Good on you! Such a great cause.
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Malyn
You are awesome! You and your hair are such a gift x
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Ash Samimi
Thanks for making a difference!
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Jen
You have a biggest heart Tata ! Well done. So proud of you ❤️
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M Carney
What a great effort - well done Tahereh!
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Katherine Barkhan
Well done on this beautiful gesture. Very inspirational.
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Valerie Lim
You go girl!
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Steph And Charlie Bultitude
Go Tahereh! Well done on your drive and dedication to making a difference.
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Marie Dubuisson
Good on Tah
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Barbara Ruicens
What a fantastic thing to do!! :)
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Sushila Kc
You’re amazingly amazing Tahreh, with a very kind. Heart.
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Kalyani Pal
Great cause Tahereh!! All the best !!
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Stephanie Hunt
Amazing effort Tahereh. Can’t wait to see you after “the chop” xx
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Jae Eddison
It's inspiring to see how much energy you've put into this xxx
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Anonymous
Love those beautiful locks of shiny dark hair 🥰
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Jodie
Great cause, Tuk! Good on you!
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Lauren Bailey
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One Of Your Colleagues And Biggest Fans
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Elizabeth Daley
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Sara Mapusua
Great work.
Beautiful thought