Millie’s fundraising events promise to be a blast

her at the Evans Head markets last Saturday.

“(Fundraising) is

Millie’s Kids Cancer Morning Tea and Markets at the Greenridge Hall, 3765 Casino-Coraki Road, Greenridge, starting at 9am until 1pm September 22 something that I could do and the whole family decided to do it.”

What started with a sore shoulder when cancer,” she said when The Northern Rivers Times caught up with

Millie was around seven years old became a horrible diagnosis for the

Trustum family, but the good news is that she has been cancer free for fve years now.

Dad, Kevin, said one of Millie’s reasons for fundraising and her mantra was that ‘no other kid should go through what she went through’.

“Seeing your child go through cancer treatment and not knowing she was going to make it,” he said.

“The oncologist gave us four different drugs to try and the ffth option was just to bring her home and make her comfortable.

Longest Running Exhibition in the Region Set to Open its 64th Annual Art Exhibition in Lismore

The Lismore Art Club is set to open its annual art exhibition in September, with members preparing to celebrate its annual 64th exhibition, making it the longest running art exhibition in the region.

Lismore Art Club was established in 1960 and has maintained a healthy and enthusiastic membership throughout the decades of change in Lismore. Today, the Lismore Art Club continues to be a vital part of the local art scene, providing opportunities for learning, collaboration, and artistic expression. Its longevity speaks volumes about the passion and commitment of its members, as well as the supportive creative environment it has nurtured for more than sixty years

“It’s a fantastic club to be a part of. Whether you have just a hint of creativity or are a seasoned artist, the club warmly welcomes everyone, from beginners to professionals alike.”said Lismore Art Club President and local artist Jeht Burgoyne.

“It is a remarkable achievement to present our 64th Annual Lismore Art Club Exhibition. The enduring legacy of the club stands as a testament to the vibrant and resilient creative spirit that defnes the Lismore community.”

The Lismore Art Club would like to extend an open invitation for all to attend the opening night of the Lismore Art Club Annual Exhibition, held on Friday 6th of Sep tember from 5- 9pm at the Flourish Art Gallery, 15 Casino Street South Lismore. The exhibition will be opened by Janelle Saffn MP. One of the art club members Aurelia Hill will be performing 17th century classical guitar at the opening. Drinks and fnger food will be available.

Flourish Art Gallery is a wheelchair accessible venue. All are welcome. The exhibition will run at Flourish Gallery until Friday 27th of September and can be viewed during gallery opening hours: Wednesday-Fridays 10am-4pm & Saturdays 10am- 2pm. For more information contact Lismore Arts Club President and owner at Flourish Gallery/StudiosJeht Burgoyne on 0427545398 or email jehtburgoyne@yahoo. com

“We put our faith in the oncologist and he came up with a combination of chemotherapy drugs that got her into remission.

“She then had a bone marrow transplant from her sister, Olivia.”

Kevin said both Millie’s sisters, Olivia and Georgia, were bone marrow matches which is very rare, even within a family.

“It was hard going through it, but I had my family beside me,” Millie said.

One hundred per cent of funding, according to Kevin, goes to Kids’

Cancer Project’s science and research to make better treatments and hopefully one day a cure.

While markets are one way for Millie to raise funds, there are a couple of events coming up for people to get involved with.

The frst event is a Charity Bingo to be held at St Mark’s Anglican Hall, Barker Street, Casino with doors opening at 3pm and eyes down at 3.30pm.

Bingo books are $10 with kids books available.

There will be tea, coffee, drinks, snack and lollies available with raffes, lucky door and arts and crafts stalls.

Millie will be calling some of the games.

To book a table and for enquiries 0492 902 686.

Then there is Millie’s Kids Cancer Morning Tea and Markets at the Greenridge Hall, 3765 Casino-Coraki Road, Greenridge, starting at 9am until 1pm.

There will be morning tea, stalls, a jumping castle, lucky door prizes and much more.