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| (left to right) Leader NSW Opposition Barry O'Farrell, President Gordon Women's Cricket Club Jessica Henry, Trish Foundation Board Member Jenny Comanos, Federal Member for Bradfield Dr Brendan Nelson and President Lindfield District Cricket Club Stirling Hamman | Gordon Women's Cricket Club playing a Men's Team | Lindfield District Cricket Club's hard-working Peter Rezek took time out for a Charity haircut |
The Program of Events, utilising three ovals, ranged from intraclub games for under 8s and coaching for the young players by current First Grade players to a Twenty20 Lindfield vs Roseville game and included support from Gordon Women’s Cricket Club.
An Australia Day Ceremony was held which was attended by the Foundation’s Patron, Dr Brendan Nelson and Leader of the NSW Opposition Barry O’Farrell. Trish Foundation Board member, Jenny Comanos represented the Foundation in the absence of Roy and Carol Langsford who were overseas.
Foundation volunteers supported the day, long-time volunteer Amanda Griscti and her husband Paul selling raffle tickets during the morning. Jenny Comanos was joined by valued volunteers Margaret and Geoff Burling, who travelled specially from Wollongong, Trish’s grandfather Ray Easy, Dawn Henry and Greg and Laurelle Croker.
The Carnival concluded with a Charity Dinner in the evening, guest speakers retired Test umpire Dick French and NSW Speed Blitz Blues player Ed Cowan entertaining the audience.
Lindfield District Cricket Club’s President Stirling Hamman, Peter Rezek and the committee worked very hard to raise over $4,000 for the Trish Foundation’s research and our sincere gratitude is extended to everyone who contributed to the success of the Carnival and to the funds raised, particularly the generous sponsors of the event who are acknowledged in this link.
The Foundation is very grateful also to Gordon Women's Cricket Club, led by President Jessica Henry for their great support of the event and for their generous donation towards our research.
Craig Marshall, Century 21 Cordeaux Marshall Gordon continued his valued support of the Foundation on Australia Day, raising funds and creating great awareness at the Australia Day Bi-Centennial Park celebrations. Thank you to Craig Marshall for your ongoing very significant contribution to our cause.
 | Young Aussie researcher funded by the Trish Foundation sheds light on MS gene. For details click on this link. |
| Trish Foundation announces its next round of funding. For details click on this link. |
Please click on this link to read our Spring 2008 Newsletter
Yet another Foundation supporter, Belinda Nicolson has dedicated her Memorable Challenge to the Trish Foundation, raising $2,500 for our research. As was the case with Tania Beck, Belinda’s Memorable Challenge will involve community work in Nepal, benefiting Nepalese people.
Thank you Belinda Nicolson for your generous support.
A luncheon in Wollongong, organised by Foundation supporter Libby Gray, raised $425 for our research.
Thank you Libby Gray and the generous supporters who donated items for the raffle and those who purchased raffle tickets.
Vanessa and Matt Thompson, Roseville Tennis Coaching, have continued their tremendous support, again dedicating the raffle at their Christmas Party to the Foundation and raising $702 for our research.
Thank you Vanessa and Matt Thompson and the generous supporters who donated items and purchased raffle tickets.
The
Trish Foundation’s valued Patron, Dr Brendan Nelson, joined by NSW Opposition
Leader Barry O’Farrell, representatives of the Foundation’s generous sponsors,
many people with MS and wonderful supporters who came from far and wide,
attended the Trish Foundation’s Crystal Ball on Saturday 20 September at the
Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre Darling Harbour.
Dr Nelson gave an inspiring speech, movingly speaking of Trish Langsford, the inspiration of the Foundation and urging the Foundation’s guests to be generous in their support.
Masters
of Ceremonies Amanda Keller and Brendan Jones changed from WSFM breakfast to the
night shift, to hilariously entertain the Foundation’s guests. More
than 550 people attended the Ball and their generous support brought the total
of funds raised by the Foundation since inception to over $1.6 million.
The Shuffle Kings and ‘friends’ – Jim Conway, Allan Caswell and Maxine Gourley wowed their audience with a sensational performance, prior to which dancers Kate Wormald and Matt Lee performed a stunning dance routine. Sydney Ensemble’s beautiful music during pre-dinner drinks was appreciated by the Foundation’s guests.
Graham Tribe, President MS Australia gave hope to the many people with MS in the Ballroom saying, “I think we are all looking for confidence these days and the Trish Foundation has been a pioneer in Australia for the hope and confidence that MS can be solved.”
The Trish Foundation’s sincere gratitude is extended to our Patron, Dr Brendan Nelson, our major Corporate Sponsor, Symbion Laverty Pathology, particularly Tracey Jordan, our other Corporate Sponsors, MCs Amanda Keller and Brendan Jones, our Auctioneer Craig Marshall, The Shuffle Kings, Jim Conway, Allan Caswell, Maxine Gourley, dancers Kate Wormald and Matt Lee, Sydney Ensemble, all the generous donors who contributed to the funds raised for MS research and our sensational supporters who have such big hearts and continue to endlessly support our cause.
Please click on this link to read our Full Report, view photos of the evening and read our Acknowledgement and Thanks to our Sponsors and Supporters
Tania
Beck’s wonderful ongoing support in conducting a Barefoot Bowling and Trivia
Night at Waverton Bowling Club on 25th October 2008 resulted in over $10,000
being raised for the Trish Foundation’s research.
Tania did a tremendous job in organizing the successful fundraiser on behalf of the Foundation, 120 people enjoying a balmy Spring afternoon on the Bowling Green and 160 people challenging their memories and having fun during the Trivia Night.
The Foundation’s sensational supporters again ‘dug deep’ and generously supported the fundraiser, the amount raised giving our funds for research a great boost.
Bill Gilbert was Trivia Master, again generously giving his time and professional skills in performing this important duty and ensuring the Foundation’s supporters enjoyed the evening.
In a very close contest, MS Research Australia’s table won the Trivia, capably led by Executive Director Jeremy Wright and Trivia buff Sarah Ross-Smith. They subsequently donated their prize back to the Foundation; it was auctioned and raised further funds for research.
The moving video which was produced pro bono again this year by DMC Digital gave a graphic account of the challenges of living with MS, no doubt contributing to the generosity of the Foundation’s wonderful supporters.
Thank you very much to Tania Beck, Bill Gilbert, Jay Lee Waverton Bowling Club, DMC Digital, all the generous donors who contributed to the funds raised for MS research and the Foundation’s wonderful supporters who generously supported the special fundraiser.
The amazing champion of people with MS, Ian Ballard, passed away on 15th October. Ian founded Foundation 5 million - people with MS raising funds to find the cure and made an extraordinary contribution to the Trish Foundation in very many ways.
Ian was an inspiration to anyone fortunate enough to have known him. He had a wonderful ability to gather everyone as a team all supporting each other.
Ian will continue to inspire the drive for the cure for MS.
The Foundation's deepest sympathy is extended to Katie, Sam, Josh and Melanie.
Sad
Loss of Max Syer The Trish Foundation has lost a dear friend and very generous supporter, Max Syer.
Max's wife Dorothy and his family requested donations to the Foundation in memory of Max in lieu of flowers.
Deepest sympathy and our sincere gratitude to the Syer family for their tremendous support at such a difficult time.
“My family have been telling me to get fit and to get my running shoes back on!” said Alan Wheat. “So, I rose to the challenge and ran in the 2008 Sydney Marathon on Sunday 21st September after setting myself two goals – To finish and to raise $5000 for the Trish Multiple Sclerosis Research Foundation.”
Alan raised $6,000 running the London Marathon in 2003 for his brother-in-law Alex Berry, who at the time was suffering from MS.
“In 2005, Alex’s family including his wife and two daughters lost a husband, father, son, brother to MS,” Alan said. “It’s in Alex’s memory that Fee and I continue to raise funds for the Trish Foundation in the pursuit of a cure for MS.”
Donations came in abundance for Alan’s mammoth effort, enabling him to exceed his goal of raising $5,000 for the Trish Foundation’s research.
“The thought of running 42kms (26 miles 385 yards) for such a worthwhile cause, really did help me to the finish line,” Alan said.
Alan’s fundraising page is still active, inviting generous donors to support his inspiring run - http://www.gofundraise.com.au/2008SydneyMarathonAlanWheat
Thank you to Alan Wheat, Fiona Berry and all the generous people who have made donations, considerably boosting the Foundation’s funds for research.
Please click on this link to read our Winter 2008 Newsletter
Golf Events and Pymble Golf Club held a Corporate Golf Day at Pymble Golf Club and raised substantial funds for the Foundation's research.
Thank you to Barry Bradford Golf Events, Bill Francis General Manager Pymble Golf Club, Auctioneer Craig Marshall, Century 21 Cordeaux Marshall Gordon, PricewaterhouseCoopers who made a generous donation and all the Corporations and individuals who donated and purchased auction items.
Inspirational
supportFormer Ravenswood students, Belinda Kerr and Catherine Keniry dedicated their inspirational runs in the Orange Half Marathon to the Trish Foundation, raising over $10,000 for the Foundation's research. Belinda and Catherine obtained substantial sponsorship from their families and friends and, as an employee of Macquarie Bank, Belinda's fundraising was matched by Macquarie Group Foundation.
Sincere gratitude to Belinda Kerr, Catherine Keniry, all their generous sponsors and the Macquarie Group Foundation.
Picture at right: Belinda and Catherine's inspiring run in the Orange Half Marathon.
The Rotary Club of Strathfield, for the seventh consecutive year, dedicated its Golf Day and Dinner to the Trish Foundation, attracting support from Corporates, other Rotary Clubs and supporters who came from far and wide.
Inspired by his wife Carole’s courageous battle with multiple sclerosis, Rotarian Niall King has again put his heart and soul into raising funds for the Trish Foundation’s research, assisted by Ray Wilson, Les Hockley and other Rotarians.
Approximately $34,000 was raised for the Trish Foundation’s research, bringing to over $150,000 the funds raised by the Rotary Club of Strathfield to assist the Trish Foundation find the cure for multiple sclerosis.
Thank you to Niall King and the Rotary Club of Strathfield for your significant contribution to the Trish Foundation and to multiple sclerosis research.
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| Left to right - Dick Grootobbink, Bob Templeman, Trevor Duxbury, Peter Anderton | Raymond McCluskie | Neil Kennan | Long-time Trish Foundation volunteer Amanda Griscti and Rotarian and fundraiser extraordinaire Niall King |
Lorna Thomas MBE has given selfless support to the Trish Foundation, dedicating her 90th birthday celebration to the Foundation, raising considerable funds for our research.
Lorna, a Life Member of Cricket Australia, who managed countless NSW and Australian women’s cricket teams, was given the honour of tossing the coin in the England vs Australia Ashes Test at Bradman Oval, Bowral in February.
Sincere gratitude to Lorna Thomas for her very generous support.
The Trish Foundation’s magnificent and very generous supporters banded together to raise $160,000 at the Foundation’s Starry Starry Night – MS Gala Music Ball at the Hilton Sydney on 15th September 2007.
Please click on this link to see a full report, photos from the night and thanks and acknowledgement of our wonderful sponsors and supporters.
Gallery Oscar has again given generous support to the Trish Foundation, donating 5% of sales from their Art @ Christmas exhibition to the Foundation and also hosting Network North’s Christmas Cocktail Party.
Thank you to Ruth and Carlos da Silva, Gallery Oscar for raising funds for our research and for your ongoing generous support of the Foundation.
The Foundation’s condolences are extended to Bernie Banton’s family, specially Bernie’s wife Karen, on their very sad loss. Bernie has been a generous supporter of the Trish Foundation for many years, for which we are very grateful.
Vanessa and Matt Thompson, Roseville Tennis Coaching continue to support the Trish Foundation, raising $280.00 at their Christmas Party. Thank you to Vanessa, Matt and the generous people who supported the event.
Ravenswood School for Girls’ Tudor House dedicated their fundraising for 2007 to the Trish Foundation, raising a substantial $2,340 for our research. Thank you to Ravenswood, every girl in Tudor House and their teachers for their very generous support of the Trish Foundation.
A great supporter of the Trish Multiple Sclerosis Research Foundation, Tania Beck is planning a Memorable Challenge next year and has chosen the Foundation as her dedicated charity.
Tania's Bowls and Trivia Night at Waverton Bowling Club was a great success and was supported by World Champion Bowler David Gourlay.
The funds raised for Tania’s Memorable Challenge will involve community work in Nepal and some of the Nepalese people will benefit, as well as the Trish Foundation’s funds for future research receiving a great boost.
Thank you to Trivia Master Bill Gilbert and to Tania Beck for not only conducting the Bowls and Trivia Night, but in addition, for dedicating her 35th birthday to the Trish Foundation and raising substantial funds for multiple sclerosis research.
St Andrews Uniting Church Longueville has again dedicated its Fashion Parade to the Trish Foundation raising $822.00 for the Foundation's research.
Thank you to Jan Cartwright, Chris Butters and St Andrews Uniting Church Longueville.
The Foundation has been the recipient of significant support from Julianne Brennan, Nth Degree Care Turramurra. Julianne approached the Board of CastleCove Golf Club with a request to dedicate the Presentation Evening for the Ladies Weekend Pennant to the Trish Foundation.
“I met the Foundation’s Chairman Carol Langsford at Network North and thought that this wonderful person represented not only a great cause but actually inspired me to see what I could do to help in some small way. Instead of holding just another dinner like every other year I thought we could have a change of format and get energized with something a bit different and was astounded by the support of not only my Club but the other golf clubs involved,” said Julianne.
CastleCove Golf Club approved Julianne’s request and her dedication and leadership of a hard-working committee resulted in a very successful fundraiser which raised $5,100 for the Foundation’s research. Significant donations from CastleCove Golf Club, as well as the Club’s Ladies Committee made a great contribution to the funds raised.
Sarah Ross-Smith, Blake Dawson Waldron was Guest Speaker, giving a moving speech about multiple sclerosis, research break-throughs, her diagnosis and the challenges of living with the disease.
Thank you to Julianne Brennan and the committee, Sarah Ross-Smith, CastleCove Golf Club, the Club’s Ladies Committee, the other participating Golf Clubs and the generous people and organizations who donated items.
Garage
SaleTania Beck has conducted a very successful Garage Sale in Bay Road Waverton in aid of the Trish Foundation. With generous and significant support from the local community and local shop owners and the hard work and efforts of a team of dedicated supporters, capably led by Tania, $1,200 was raised for multiple sclerosis research.
Thank you most sincerely to Tania Beck, to Waverton's generous shop owners, to everyone who donated goods, worked hard, purchased goods and/or food and contributed to the success of the Garage Sale and the funds raised for the Foundation's research.
On Thursday 15 February 2007 the Rotary Club of Strathfield held its Golf Day and Dinner dedicated to the Trish Foundation for the sixth successive year. An impressive $28,000 was raised for the Trish Foundation's future research.
Rotarian Niall King worked tirelessly to ensure the fundraiser was a great success. Niall was supported by Ray Wilson, Les Hockley, Club President Rod McDougall and the members of the Rotary Club of Strathfield, many of whose personal generosity contributed to the significant funds raised for the Trish Foundation's research.
The event was supported by Executive Director of MS Research Australia, Jeremy Wright, generous Tee Sponsors, Rotarians from other Clubs and supporters who came from far and wide.
The Rotary Club of Strathfield has significantly contributed to the success of the Trish Foundation since inception, Niall King being the driving force behind each of the successful fundraisers in aid of the Foundation.
Thank you to Niall King, Ray Wilson, Les Hockley, Tee Sponsors, all those who supported the event and the members of the Rotary Club of Strathfield.
The Trish Foundation has been the recipient of generous support from Harness Racing NSW in dedicating $1,000 of the sponsorship funds of the Miracle Mile Charity Challenge Night to the Foundation. Sincere gratitude to the Sponsor, Norton Plaza Leichhardt, to Harness Racing NSW and also to Hon Grant McBride, Minister for Gaming and Racing and to Geoff Corrigen, Member for Camden for dedicating these funds to the Trish Foundation.
The Trish Foundation has been the recipient of generous support from Roseville Tennis Coaching and Roseville Lawn Tennis Club. Newly appointed Club Coach, Vanessa Thompson and her husband Matt held an Open Day and Raffle, raising funds for the Foundation's research, personally donating the prizes for the raffle. THANK YOU to Vanessa and Matt Thompson, Roseville Tennis Coaching, all those who contributed and Roseville Lawn Tennis Club.
St. Andrews Uniting Church Longueville dedicated their Fashion Parade to the Trish Foundation. $744.05 was raised for the Foundation's research and many packets of Christmas cards were also sold. THANK YOU to Jan Cartwright for organising the event and to St. Andrews Uniting Church Longueville.
Following being awarded the prestigious Community Service Award from Ku-ring-gai Council, the Foundation’s Auctioneer, Craig Marshall Century 21 Cordeaux Marshall Gordon, has been awarded another prestigious honour.
Craig has been honoured by being awarded the prestigious Paul Harris Fellowship by the Rotary Club of Lindfield. A Paul Harris Fellowship is awarded “in appreciation of tangible and significant assistance given for the furtherance of better understanding and friendly relations among peoples of the world."
This honour is just reward for the enormous amount of community work Craig continues to give to many worthy causes and the Trish Foundation is fortunate to be one of the recipients of Craig’s significant support.
Would you like to clear the clutter from your Wardrobe and obtain a tax deduction for your effort? Clothes, shoes and bags you no longer use can be sold and the proceeds donated to the Trish Foundation.
Your goods can be collected from your home or work (within the Sydney metropolitan area). Cleaning and ongoing maintenance will ensure the return on your goods will be maximised. Once your goods are sold a cheque will be sent to the Trish Foundation and you will be sent a tax deductible receipt.
Clothes will be sold through The Great Mistake Chatswood and if you would like to take advantage of this offer and, at the same time, support the Trish Foundation, please call Carol Langsford on 0410 410491.
Thank you to Lynette Gooding and Bronwyn Shakespear for including the Trish Foundation in this great initiative.
Trish Langsford's grandmother Brenda Easy passed away on 18 June 2006 and, in lieu of flowers, had previously requested donations to the Trish Foundation.
The Foundation is grateful to Ray Easy and the late Brenda Easy for their ongoing generous support in a wide number of ways.
Network North Business Connection has adopted the Trish Foundation as its chosen charity, providing the Foundation with generous support and widespread opportunities.
Network North, founded by Denice Kelly and Kuen Huang, is a network group for business, professional and working women on the North Shore of Sydney. Since its relatively recent commencement, Network North has gone from strength to strength providing many significant opportunities to its members.
Denice and Kuen have both worked extremely hard, putting in huge amounts of their time voluntarily to continue to grow Network North. Their primary objective is that of making women even more successful in their chosen business, profession or work, offering support, networking and business opportunities. Click on this link to access Network North Business Connection’s website. www.networknorth.com.au.
Network North gave the Trish Foundation the opportunity to meet Ruth da Silva, Gallery Oscar who has significantly supported the Foundation.
Thank you to Denice, Kuen and all the members of Network North.
Athletics NSW Sincere gratitude to Athletics NSW for dedicating the proceeds of their raffle at their Awards Dinner to the Trish Foundation. The generosity of the athletics community raised $1,160 for the Foundation’s research. Thank you to all those who contributed to this wonderful contribution to the pursuit of a cure for MS and to Greg Doyle, Chief Executive Officer of Athletics NSW.
Cheque presentation: Left to right Greg Doyle Chief Executive Officer Athletics NSW, Suzy Walsham Commonealth Games Melbourne 2006 athlete, Carol and Roy Langsford Trish Foundation and Richard Batterley Starter 2006 Commonwealth Games who donated a Photographic image of the athletics in action.
Sydney Cricket Association, Women’s Competition Sub-Committee, led by their Chairperson Jessica Henry, has again dedicated the proceeds of their raffle at the Premiers’ Dinner to the Trish Foundation. Roy and Carol Langsford attended the Premiers’ Dinner to present the Trish Langsford Shield. The generosity of the cricketing fraternity raised $870 for the Trish Foundation’s future research and the Foundation is very grateful for Sydney Cricket Association’s ongoing tremendous support.
Please see our Research section for details of scholarships available and application instructions.
Please see our Research section for updates on the research projects which have been funded by the Trish MS Research Foundation.
Please click on this link to read a report and see the photos and acknowledgements from our 2006 Gala Ball.
Bentley
Sydney Celebrity Charity Golf Day 2006For the third successive year the Trish Foundation is very indebted to Brian McMillan, Managing Director of Bentley Sydney for his extremely generous sponsorship of this special fundraiser
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| Bentley cars on display at Terrey Hills Golf and Country Club | Dr. Judy Haddrick, Celebrity Craig Simmons, Dr. Jeremy Thompson, Dr. Eddie Howe (The group representing Mayne Health Laverty Pathology, the Trish Foundation's major Corporate Sponsor) | Keith Todd, Barry Bradford (Chairman of the Organising Committee, who almost single-handedly organised the Bentley Sydney Celebrity Charity Golf Day), Bev Peterson, Celebrity Graeme Wynn | Brian McMillan, Managing Director Bentley Sydney, Robert Poynting, Celebrity Ken Rosewall, Greig Carroll |
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| Tim Roberts (The Eye Institute), Caroline Searcy (Fox Sports), Graham Easy and Paul Wentworth | Mike Wesslink, Celebrity Michel Sorridimi, Colin Rochester (Bacardi Lion), Ken Schembri | Scott Walker, Mark Handel (Sportsonline), former Australian cricket captain Mark Taylor, Alex Kristensen | Karin and Brian McMillan, Managing Director of Bentley Sydney |
The event was held at Terrey Hills Golf and Country Club on
23rd March 2006 and, blessed with good weather, Brian McMillan and
representatives of Bentley Sydney, Associate Sponsors and Celebrities, who
freely gave their time, enjoyed a tremendous day of camaraderie, net-working,
fun and fellowship.
Proceeds of the Bentley Sydney Celebrity Charity Golf Day were shared between the Trish Foundation and the Roseville College Foundation, contributing to the Trish Foundation’s pursuit of a cure for multiple sclerosis and to the Roseville College Foundation providing a challenging and enriching academic education for girls.
Heartfelt gratitude from the Trish Foundation, all those with MS and those who will be diagnosed in the future, to Barry Bradford the Chairman of the Joint Organising Committee who put in months of his valuable time and expertise to conduct another wonderfully successful event.
Sincere appreciation also to Auctioneer Craig Marshall, Century 21 Cordeaux Marshall, Master of Ceremonies Paul Clitheroe, Associate Sponsors, whose logos appear below, and Celebrities Mark Taylor, Ken Rosewall, Paul Clitheroe, Gordon Bray, Peter Ritchie, Caroline Searcy, Matthew Reilly, Andrew Daddo, Bob Dwyer, Paul Langmack, Colin Love, Matthew Nicholson, Mark Edmondson, Graeme Wynn, Trevor Bayliss, Peter Wynn, Peter Headland, Craig Simmons, Ron Coote, Michel Sorridimi and Matthew Mott.
Thank you to Brian McMillan, Managing Director, Bentley Sydney for Bentley Sydney's continued very generous sponsorship and significant support of the Trish Foundation and the Roseville College Foundation.
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Acknowledgements
The Trish Multiple Sclerosis Research Foundation and the Roseville College Foundation wish to sincerely thank the following for their generous support of the Bentley Sydney Celebrity Charity Golf Day
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Bentley Sydney, Managing Director Brian McMillan Robert Allenby Australian Rugby League AvantCard, Pat Mackle Bacardi Lion Trevor Bayliss Barry and Kerrie Bradford Gordon Bray Century 21 Cordeau Marshall Paul Clitheroe Ron Coote Cricket New South Wales Andrew Daddo Design Awards DMC Digital Bob Dwyer Mark Edmondson The Eye Institute Fox Sports Bob Frost Golf Visuals, Steve & Lucia Fenton Grant Hackett |
Matthew Hayden Peter Headland George Kalil Paul Langmack Roy and Carol Langsford Legends under Glass Lilyvale Wines Queensland Colin Love Trevor and Pat Mackle JW Marine Craig Marshall, Century 21 MicroMania Mayne/Symbion Health Matthew Mott Hon Dr Brendan Nelson John Newcombe Des Nicholl Matthew Nicholson Nokia Amanda Northridge Marco Nussbaumer Optus |
Park Hyatt Sydney, Ernesto A’de Lima Phoenix Calling Matthew Reilly Peter Ritchie Ken Rosewall Caroline Searcy Craig Simmons Michael Sorridimi Sportsonline.com.au, Mark Handel Mark Taylor Telstra Stadium, Ken Edwards Terrey Hills Golf and Country Club The Limousine Line Bob Thrower United States Tennis Association, President Franklin Johnson Vintage Golf Club Vodafone Waldorf Apartment Hotel Group, Geoff Wolf Warwick New York Hotel Graeme Wynn Peter Wynn |
The Rotary Club of Strathfield, led by organiser
extraordinaire, Rotarian Niall King, held another very successful Golf Day and
Dinner in aid of the Trish Foundation on 16 February. This is the fifth
successive year the Club has dedicated its annual fundraiser to the Foundation
and the generous support of President George Hallworth, Niall King and all the
members of the Rotary Club of Strathfield is very much appreciated.
The hard work and effort of Niall King, supported by Club Pro at Strathfield Golf Club, Ray Wilson, and all those who played golf and attended the dinner, resulted in approximately $20,000 being raised towards the Trish Foundation's future research.
The event was supported by the President of Multiple Sclerosis Australia, Graham Tribe and his wife Judy, Executive Director of MS Research Australia, Jeremy Wright, many generous supporters and Rotarians from other Clubs who came from far and wide.
Foundation Director Roy Langsford said, “The Trish Foundation is very grateful for the magnificent support we are receiving from the Rotary Club of Strathfield. Niall King has done an extraordinary job for the fifth consecutive year, raising significant funds for research to assist us achieve our goal.”
Thank you to Niall King, the Rotary Club of Strathfield and all the generous people and organisations who supported the event and contributed to the funds raised.
Photo: Left to right: Graham Tribe, President Multiple Sclerosis Australia, Rotarian Niall King, Jeremy Wright Executive Director MS Research Australia
The Trish Foundation is very grateful to Ruth and Carlos da Silva, Gallery Oscar, 1017 Pacific Highway Pymble, for dedicating their Affordable Art @ Christmas exhibition to the Foundation, with 10% of all proceeds going to the Foundation.
The exhibition was a great success, $2,450.15 being raised for the Trish Foundation's research.
Thank you to Ruth and Carlos da Silva, Gallery Oscar and also to the talented group of artists represented by Gallery Oscar.
Trish Foundation’s contribution to NH&MRC
Betty Cuthbert Awards Roy and Carol Langsford travelled to Canberra on 30 November 2005 to attend the prestigious NH&MRC Betty Cuthbert Awards which were launched by the Minister for Health and Ageing, Hon. Tony Abbott.
Mr Abbott awarded Dr Mark Slee with the inaugural Betty Cuthbert Scholarship and Dr Helmut Butzkueven with the first Betty Cuthbert Fellowship at a ceremony in Canberra, the two new grants from the NH&MRC totalling $355,000. The two recipients were selected from a shortlist of eight potential NH&MRC candidates.
The NH&MRC Betty Cuthbert Awards, jointly funded by MS Research Australia and NH&MRC, with the Fellowship partly funded by the Trish Foundation, will strengthen Australia’s research into the causes of multiple sclerosis and speed up the discovery of therapies to reduce the devastating effects of the disease.
“It is so fitting that these prestigious awards are named after Betty Cuthbert,” said Trish Foundation Director Carol Langsford. “The Foundation is thrilled to be able to contribute to this Fellowship awarded to Dr. Butzkueven, which will bring the cure for MS one step closer.”
When
announcing the NH&MRC scholarship and fellowship awards, Mr Abbott paid tribute
to Olympic gold medal winner, Ms Cuthbert, who was struck down by multiple
sclerosis almost 25 years ago.
Ms Cuthbert gave an inspiring speech. "All I can say is this MS, it just takes away your life," she said. "Never give up, never give up," she urged the 16,000 Australians who have MS.
The Betty Cuthbert Fellowship, which the Trish Foundation is partly funding, was awarded to Dr Helmut Butzkueven, of the MS Group at the Howard Florey Institute in Melbourne, to continue his research into optic neuritis, the most common presenting symptom of multiple sclerosis.
Jeremy Wright, Executive Director, MS Research Australia, said that the awards were established to honour Betty Cuthbert, one of Australia’s greatest legends, and to encourage more top researchers to further investigate MS in Australia.
“The Betty Cuthbert Scholarship and Fellowship is an important award that aims to highlight the need for MS research and encourage more medical research into this area to help accelerate progress through to a cause and cure for MS.”
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1. Betty Cuthbert Scholarship and Fellowship Launch - left to right Roy Langsford, Carol Langsford, Helmet Butzkueven, Mark Slee, front Betty Cuthbert. |
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2. Roy and Carol Langsford chatting with Hon Tony Abbott following the launch. |
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The Trish Foundation would like to acknowledge and thank Howard Moffat, Auspic for these photographs. |
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The Trish Foundation has been the recipient of generous donations from the Rotary Club of Lane Cove and Soroptimist International of The Hills. Sincere appreciation to these organisations for their tremendous support.
Annual Gala Dinner – Parliament House 16th September 2005
Support for the Trish Foundation’s Annual Gala Dinner held at Parliament House Sydney on 16th September 2005 was overwhelming. In early August, the evening had sold out and shortly afterwards there was a large waiting list.
Hosted by the Deputy Leader of the Opposition in the NSW Parliament, Barry O’Farrell the event was attended by Hon Brendan Nelson, Federal Minister for Science, Education and Training.
Dr. Nelson delivered an inspiring speech, committing $20,000 of Government funds to the establishment of a ‘Trish Foundation’ PhD Scholarship. Mayne Health Laverty Pathology, the Foundation’s major corporate sponsor, contributed an additional $5,000 and through the generosity of many attendees at the dinner in making additional donations, it will be possible to establish two ‘Trish Foundation’ PhD Scholarships.
“These Scholarships are fantastic in building the capacity in Australia for increased research into MS,” said Executive Director of MS Research Australia, Jeremy Wright.
Generous support from many corporations and individuals contributed to $112,000 being raised for research to pursue a cure or preventative strategy for multiple sclerosis.
“We are very grateful to Barry O’Farrell and to Dr. Brendan Nelson for their magnificent ongoing support of the Trish Foundation and also the Foundation’s major sponsors for their significant contributions to the funds raised,” Foundation Director Roy Langsford said.
“The Foundation would like to thank professional MC Simon Marnie, brilliant comedian Rodney Marks, our Auctioneer extraordinaire Craig Marshall, DMC Digital for producing the video, talented musicians The Waves and everyone who attended the dinner and supported the Trish Foundation so generously, as well as all those people and organizations who made generous donations.”
“The Trish Foundation’s Gala Dinners have elevated the support for MS research in Sydney to a terrific new level. If you consider how terrible MS can be, this increased support is so welcome and well overdue,” Jeremy Wright added.
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| Katie and Ian Ballard, XYZnetworks | Auctioneer extraordinaire, Craig Marshall, Century 21 Cordeaux Marshall Gordon | Executive Director of MS Research Australia, Jeremy Wright and Lynn Wood |
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| Foundation supporter Phil Syer and Joanna Betteridge who has built and maintains the Trish Foundation's website | Geoff Wolf, Waldorf Apartment Hotel Group and Barry O'Farrell MP who kindly hosted the Foundation's Annual Gala Dinner | Hon Brendan Nelson, Federal Minister for Science, Education and Training and Karin McMillan, Bentley Sydney |
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| Tennis legend Ken Rosewall and his wife Wilma continue to support the Trish Foundation | Trish Foundation supporters, Karen and Bernie Banton | Manager NSW & ACT Singapore Airlines, Alastair Lindsay presenting the ticket to any destination on Singapore Airlines network to the lucky highest bidders Lynne and Raymond Rosen |
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| Maxine Gourley, Lead singer of The Waves, Professor Peter Russell, Trish Foundation's Scientific Research Committee and Tracey Jordan, the Foundation's major corporate sponsor, Mayne Health Laverty Pathology | Talented comedian Rodney Marks (alias Professor Pauli Dunbi from the Berlin Medical Institute) and professional Master of Ceremonies Simon Marnie | Two of the Trish Foundation's great team of workers, Amanda Northridge and Elizabeth Arrabalde |
Sincere Gratitude to the Trish Foundation’s Major Supporters/Sponsors for their Significant Support of the Foundation and its Goal
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The Trish Multiple Sclerosis Research Foundation wishes to sincerely thank the following for their generosity, support and contribution to the funds raised at the Annual Gala Dinner
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aboutBeaute’ Cherrybrook ACP Kids Dr. Penny Adams Andre Agassi Amcal Pharmacy, Marrickville Shirley Anderson Maureen Anderton Anthony’s Coiffure Elizabeth Arden Chris Athas, Quiksilver Retail Balgowlah Australian Open AvantCard Avon Products Bacardi Lion Ian Ballard, XYZ Networks Barcoo Studios Layne Beachley Therese Bell David Benn, Arthur C. Easy Private Jeweller Bentley Sydney Berida Manor, Southern Highlands Bertram Printing, Chatswood Joanna Betteridge Big W ‘bills’ Restaurant Katrina Blowers, Nova 96.9 Blue Swimmer Group Jasmin Bond, Greentrees Guest House Orange David Booth, Westmead Millennium Institute John Bourke, Traditional Golf Design Limited, NZ Barry Bradford Mark Brennan, Macquarie Bank Property Services BridgeClimb Brisbane Marriott Hotel Broadwater Beach Resort, Busselton WA Graham Bryce, Vodafone Margaret Burger Burke’s Backyard Magazine Café Roony’s Parramatta Darren Cahill Donald Campbell Design Captain Cook Cruises Carlton Crest Hotel Sydney Anna Cavill Century 21 Cordeaux Marshall Gordon Channel 9 Chicken George, Marrickville Belinda Clark, Cricket Australia Shaun Connolly, Delorenzo Matt Conway, Conway Design Fenton Coull, Tennis Australia Country Plaza Motor Inn Mackay Cricket Australia Cricket New South Wales Natalie Cutcliffe, Sydney Entertainment Centre Betty Cuthbert Delorenzo DMC Digital Pty Ltd Wendy and David Dodd Dolphin Heads Resort Mackay Peter Done, KPMG Heather Down Arthur C. Easy Private Jeweller Graham and Lorrie Easy Matthew Easy, Insite Organisation Ray and Brenda Easy Andrew Edwards, Lane Cove Framing Peter Evans, Hugo’s Lounge Restaurant and Bar Kings Cross FCM Travel, Melbourne Featherdale Wildlife Park Richard Ferguson, Bertram Printing Michael Fox, Roseville Chatswood Florist Foxtel Bill Gilbert Rhonda Gilham Jason Gillespie Maxine Gourley, The Waves David Goudie, Blue Swimmer Group, Terryrich Beachtowels Australia Andrew and Libby Gray Ann Greene, Sea Bream Greentrees Guest House Orange Grant Hackett Shane Hamilton Paula Hardwick Chris Harper, The Waves Helping Hand Group Mark Higgins, Waldorf Apartment Hotel, Canberra |
Historic Houses Trust of New South Wales Terence Hogan, West Pymble Picture Framing Hugo’s Lounge Restaurant and Bar Kings Cross Tony Ienna, Anthony’s Coiffure Daniel Ilic Inhouse Audio Visual International Quarterback Anthony Jennings Dion Jones, The Waves Tracey Jordan, Mayne Health Laverty Pathology Pollyxenia Joannou Ron Kalman, West Pymble Cellars Paul Kamsler Jnr, Pacific International Cairns on the Esplanade Phil Kearns Angela and May Khalil Carole King Niall King, Rotary Club of Strathfield Kirkton Sebel Kooroora Tennis Club KPMG Max Kruger, Channel 9 Roy and Carol Langsford Brett Lee Legends Under Glass Lexus of Chatswood Alan Little Little Daisies, West Pymble Alastair Lindsay, Singapore Airlines Lindt & Sprungli (Australia) Pty Ltd Roland Lumbroso, Piccolino Italian Cuisine West Pymble Pat Mackle, AvantCard Pat and Trevor Mackle Macquarie Bank Lora Man, West Lindfield Chinese Restaurant Rodney Marks Simon Marnie Craig Marshall, Century 21 Cordeaux Marshall Gordon Masque Talent Agency Chris Matthews, Cricket NSW Mayne Health Laverty Pathology Rebecca McGlouglin Fiona McKay, Westmead Millennium Institute Professor James McLeod Glen McMahon, Parramatta Leagues Club Brian McMillan, Bentley Sydney Roy and Bev McWilliam Melbourne Corporate Cars, Wheelers Hill, Victoria Sue and Doug Meredith, DMC Digital Metro Grocer, Marrickville Metro Specs, Marrickville David Misson, QBE Sydney Swans Mounts Bay Waters Apartment Hotel, Perth MS Research Australia Mu Hair, Darlinghurst Multiple Sclerosis Australia Rose Nathan, Nestle Australia Native Beauty, Newtown Hon. Brendan Nelson, Federal Member for Bradfield Nepean Belle Paddlewheeler Nestle Australia John Newcombe North Shore Times Novotel Northbeach Wollongong Novotel Sydney Olympic Park Nutrimetics Ian O’Brien, Shoot Australia Ocean Beach Holiday Park, NSW Central Coast Oceanside Twin Towers Resort Luxury Accommodation, Mt Maunganui NZ Daniel Odman, Lexus of Chatswood Barry O’Farrell, State Member for Ku-ring-gai ORSO Bayside Restaurant, The Spit Mustafa Ozluk, Mayne Health Laverty Pathology Pacific International Cairns on the Esplanade Steven Papadopoulos Parliament House Parramatta Leagues Club Pasadena on Pittwater Michelle Paulson, Waldorf Apartment Hotel Parramatta Wayne Pearce Penrith Platypus Cruiser Penrith Whitewater Stadium Peppers Moonah Links Resort, Morning Peninsula Neil Perry and Trish Richards, Rockpool Restaurant, The Rocks Judy Perkins Professor John Pollard |
Mia Polykarpou Kerri Pottharst QBE Sydney Swans Quest Margaret River Quicksilver Readers Digest Jacquie Riddell, XYZ Networks Music Channels Riverside Centre Stage Parramatta Riverside Retreat B & B Huskisson RMD Advertising & Print Rockpool Restaurant, The Rocks Al Roony, Café Roony’s Parramatta Rosehill Racecourse Roseville/Chatswood Florist Roseville Cinemas Roseville College Roseville College Foundation Ken and Wilma Rosewall Sarah Ross-Smith Rotary Club of Strathfield Royal Australian Air Force Gail Russell Professor Peter Russell John and Judy Russell, West Pymble Village Butchery Trent and Sharon Russell Schwarzkopf Lachlan Searle Shoot Australia Pty Ltd Singapore Airlines Singapore Airlines Holidays Peter Slee, DMC Digital Greg Sleigh, Tennis NSW Sorbello’s Italian Restaurant Mackay Professor Graeme Stewart Sunbeam Corporation Swarovski Sydney Aquarium Sydney Dance Company Sydney Entertainment Centre Sydney Helitours Sydney Seafood School Sydney Sporting Supplies Pty Ltd Tallwoods Golf and Country Club Taronga Zoo Terryrich Beachtowels Australia The Bankside Waldorf Apartment Hotel, Auckland NZ The Barringtons Country Retreat The Grand Mercure Hotel on Swanston, Melbourne The Little Snail Restaurant Pyrmont The Waves Theo’s West Lindfield Tennis Australia Tennis New South Wales Ian Thistlethwaite John Tognolini, Mounts Bay Waters Apartment Hotel, Perth Typequick Faye and Bob Usher Vintage Golf Course Vodafone Waldorf Apartment Hotel, Canberra Waldorf Apartment Hotel, Parramatta Waldorf Apartment Hotel, Sydney Waldorf Apartment Hotel, The Entrance Bevan Walker, Inhouse Audio Visual Dr. John Walsh Penny Walsh Jim Watson, Home Handyman Services Steve and Mara Watson, The Barringtons Country Retreat Paula Waugh, Big W Stephen Waugh Westmead Millennium Institute, Researchers West Pymble Cellars West Pymble Picture Framing Western Plains Zoo Jenny Wolf Geoff Wolf, Waldorf Apartment Hotel Group Grahame Wolfe Sue Woodward Woolloomooloo Waters Apartment Hotel Jeremy Wright, MS Research Australia XYZ Networks Janet Young, Tennis Australia Philip Zajek, The Grand Mercure Hotel on Swanston Melbourne |
Year 12 students in Allen House and Munro House at St. Leonards College, Brighton, Victoria, have raised over $900 for the Trish Foundation's research.
The Allen House and Munro House Fundraising Team (pictured) worked very hard to raise these funds and the Foundation is very grateful for their wonderful support.
Photograph at right (click on the picture to see a larger picture)
The wonderful Allen House and Munro House Fundraising Team: Back row, left to right Tom Dean, Joel Smith (Allen Captain) and Nick Rump (Munro Captain). Front row, left to right Ming En Koh, Bec Reilly (Munro Captain), Zoe Blanchett (Allen Captain) and Maddy Prosser.
The
Trish Foundation has renewed its Agreement with Multiple Sclerosis
Australia, incorporating as well, Multiple Sclerosis Research Australia to
continue to work in association towards our common goal. People with MS,
their families and friends will be very heartened to learn of the launch of
MS Research Australia.
“It really is exciting times in MS research in Australia,” said Trish Foundation Director Carol Langsford. “I am pleased and honoured to have been invited to be a member of MSRA’s Working Committee and to be able to contribute to the much-needed cure for MS in that way as well, as we work together to pursue our common goal.”
MS Research Australia was launched by Hon. John Howard, Prime Minister of Australia who announced on behalf of the Commonwealth government a contribution of $250,000 to the campaign. Betty Cuthbert travelled to Canberra as guest of honour for the launch.
“MSRA has lofty goals of raising big dollars to place into research,” Mrs Langsford added. “There are many brilliant scientists in Australia working hard on the cure for MS who have only been limited in the past by lack of funding. This initiative, together with the Trish Foundation’s fundraising will ensure our common goal is all that much closer.”
Sincere thanks to Sydney Cricket Association, Women's Competition Sub-Committee for dedicating the proceeds of their raffle at the Premiers' Dinner to the Trish Foundation. Sincere thanks also to Harry Solomons, Kingsgrove Sports Centre for donating memorabilia as prizes. Roy and Carol Langsford attended the Premiers' Dinner to present the Trish Langsford Shield. The cricketing fraternity's generosity raised $815.00 for the Foundation's future research.
Kelly Honts and Darlene Wakim (Haddad) have made a tremendous contribution to the Trish Foundation's funds for research. Kelly has worked extremely hard holding bake sales at her school in Kuwait and Darlene has donated the proceeds of a published article. These wonderful Trish Foundation supporters have deposited $1,373.26 into the Foundation's Research Account.
The Trish Foundation has announced its second round of funding for research grants, having committed a further $250,000 for research into the pursuit of a cure or preventative strategy for multiple sclerosis.
The Trish Foundation and Multiple Sclerosis Australia called for applications for research which were jointly branded and were overwhelmed by the number of worthy applications for research, sadly all of which could not be funded.
Applications were assessed internationally and were ranked by the Medical and Research Advisory Board of MS Australia, following which the Trish Foundation’s honorary Scientific Research Committee recommended the projects which meet the firm funding guidelines of the Trish Foundation to the Foundation’s Board for approval.
The four projects which the Foundation will fund are all Queensland-based and address fundamental aspects of causation or prevention. Foundation Scientific Research Committee member Professor Peter Russell said, “Momentum is gathering in the quest to eradicate this disease. The part our Foundation plays should not be underestimated, as it underpins the fragile research funding in Australia into multiple sclerosis and its causes.”
Please see our Research page for further details.
Bentley
Sydney Celebrity Charity Golf Day 2005
Celebrities came from far and wide to support the second annual Bentley Sydney Celebrity Charity Golf Day held at Terrey Hills Golf and Country Club on St. Patrick’s Day.
Led by former Prime Minister Hon. Bob Hawke AC, celebrities Mark Taylor, Mark Waugh, Bob Simpson, Phil Blake, Tim Brasher, Tony Greig, Geraldine Brown, Paul Clitheroe, John Coates, Peter Cullum, Dr. John D’Arcy, Bob Dwyer, David Gilbert, Colin Love, Andrew Murphy, Peter Ritchie, Caroline Searcy, Graeme Watson and Peter Wynn braved wet conditions to support the fundraiser.
Click on any photo to see a larger photo... Photo Captions: (from left) 1. Guests of Mayne Health Laverty Pathology enjoyed a wet, but fun-filled day supporting both Foundations - left to right Dr Judith Haddrick, Dr Jeremy Thompson, Dr Eddie Howe, Rhonda Martin (Mayne Health Laverty Pathology), Dr John D'Arcy, Susan Wells (Mayne Health Laverty Pathology) - kneeling in front Dr Lamona Osborne. 2. David Gilbert, CEO Cricket NSW and cricket legend Mark Waugh 3. Allison Exley, Trent Russell (Bacardi), David Goudie, Hon Bob Hawke AC, Richard Breden 4. Bentley on display at Terrey Hills Golf and Country Club 5. Michael Armstrong, Tim Whiteman, celebrity Peter Cullum and Rick Schweikert 6. True memorabilia! Former Australian cricket captain Bob Simpson donated his personal photograph signed by the entire 1961 Australian Ashes Team. Special thanks to Bob for kindly donating this part of cricket history, which contributed a significant amount to the funds raised. Pictured with the memorabilia - left to right Barry Bradford, Bob Simpson, Brian McMillan, Managing Director Bentley Sydney
The Golf Day was a joint fundraiser for the Trish Foundation and the Roseville College Foundation and was supported by Dr. Brendan Nelson MP, Federal Minister for Education Science and Training.
"Even a very wet day on the golf course could not dampen the spirits of the celebrities and golfers when it came to their generous support for the Bentley Sydney Celebrity Charity Golf Day held at Terrey Hills Golf and Country Club,” Chairman of the Joint Organising Committee Barry Bradford said. “Despite only half of the 100 golfers finishing their round all stayed for what was a truly superb evening of entertainment and fundraising.”
“We thank all participants and especially thank our fantastic celebrities who willingly gave their time for our two very worthy Foundations. Just in excess of $50,000 was raised in our second annual event. We have already booked Terrey Hills again for 23rd March 2006 and we look forward to seeing you there."
The funds raised, boosted enormously by the auctioneering skills of Craig Marshall, Century 21 Gordon, will boost the Trish Foundation’s future research and enhance the education provided to Roseville College girls.
“We are very grateful to Bentley Sydney for their generous sponsorship, all the celebrities and golfers who supported the event, the generous people who donated items and also the Corporations who were Associate Sponsors,” said Trish Foundation Director Roy Langsford. “St. Patrick’s Day, although bringing inclement weather, proved a day of great camaraderie, net-working, fun and fellowship, whilst raising funds for the Trish Foundation and Roseville College Foundation.”
Brian McMillan, Managing Director of Bentley Sydney said, "A golf day to remember! The event was fantastic with the celebration of St. Patrick's Day included. The atmosphere was full of camaraderie between celebrities and the enthusiastic supporting golfers. The day, with the heavens opening up, didn't stop the golfers and it's a real credit to them playing in those conditions. The event overall, and the evening dinner auction, was very special with the framed photo of the Australian Cricket Team that Bob Simpson donated was a true piece of "memorabilia". Bob Simpson speaking on the night and pointing out it was the last tour that went to England by ship really showed how special the auction item was. Paul Clitheroe did a sterling job in organising the evening's events through the magic microphone ensuring everybody was mentioned and thanked for their continuing support and participation. Bentley Sydney is proud to be associated, all our staff and customers had a great time and we'd like to thank all the people that bring this day together."
Please see our Thanks to our Supporters page for acknowledgement and thanks to the Associate Sponsors and other supporters of this great event.
Tennis legend
Ken Rosewall (see at right with Niall
King (Rotary Club of Strathfield) and Amanda Northridge (MSRA)) generously
gave his time to support the Foundation at the Rotary Club of Strathfield's
Annual Golf Day and Dinner which was organised again this year by Rotarian
Niall King. The Golf Day and Dinner raised a wonderful $20,000 for the
work of the Foundation.
This is the fourth consecutive year the Club has dedicated its annual fundraiser to the Trish Foundation, having previously raised $50,000.
"Our promise to Trish to never give up until a cure is found for this disease is only achievable when we have such wonderful support from Rotary Club of Strathfield and sporting legends such as Ken Rosewall," said Foundation Director Roy Langsford. "To be able to raise this amount following the community's response to the Tsunami appeals is quite remarkable and the Foundation is sincerely grateful to Niall, the Club, Ken and all those who so generously supported the Golf Day and Dinner."
MS Research Australia were represented at the Rotary Club’s fundraiser by Campaign Coordinator, Amanda Northridge who worked very hard selling raffle tickets. “We are ecstatic to be working with the Trish Foundation. It is a fantastic relationship,” Ms Northridge said. “The Rotary Club of Strathfield and its supporters are making a great contribution towards the break-through in MS and eventually a cure.”
Lindfield
Bridge Club Thank you to Lindfield Bridge Club for dedicating its Charity Day to the Trish Foundation this year. Sincere appreciation also to Anna Cavill who co-ordinated the food for the day and to all the Bridge players who supported the event. A wonderful $2,520.80 was raised for the work of the Foundation.
The picture to the right is our 'team' at Lindfield Bridge Club serving lunch to the bridge players. Left to right - Jan Colchester, Wendy Dodd, Anna Cavill and the Office Administrator of Lindfield Bridge Club, Angie Boulton.
The Trish Foundation’s Annual Gala Dinner was held at Oatlands House on 10 September 2004. Almost $70,000 was raised towards the Foundation’s research – a record!
Thank you to every person who attended the dinner, particularly supporters who travelled from country New South Wales, and bid so generously for the vast array of Live and Silent Auction items.
The magnificent array of Live and Silent Auction items was only made possible by the great generosity of many people and organizations. The Foundation wishes to thank each and every one for their magnificent support of the Foundation and its goal.
As well, sincere gratitude to professional Master of Ceremonies Bill Gilbert, talented Auctioneer Craig Marshall, Century 21 Gordon, wonderful musicians Ian Thistlethwaite and his band Triple Exposure and very entertaining guest speaker, Olympic Gold Medallist Debbie Watson. Special thanks also to Anna Cavill and Rachel Cohen who were responsible for the power point presentation and videos which were shown at the dinner and Tim Gilbert, Channel 9 who did the voiceover for the video.
Mayne Health Laverty Pathology, the Foundation’s major corporate sponsor, continue to significantly support the Foundation, for which we are most grateful. Singapore Airlines, Singapore Airlines Holidays, the Waldorf Apartment Hotel Group, Mounts Bay Waters Apartment Hotel Perth, Pacific International Cairns on the Esplanade, Mercure Grand Hotel on Swanston Melbourne and Ray and Brenda Easy who donated the airfares all gave very generous support which substantially contributed to the funds raised on the night.
A huge thank you also to Betty Cuthbert for kindly agreeing to lunch with the lucky highest bidder of the Western Australia Package.
The Foundation is very aware of the continual requests for donations organizations must receive to assist many worthwhile causes and we are extremely grateful to our generous major sponsors/supporters, as well as every other person and organization who has supported our cause about which we are so passionate.
See Our Supporters page for acknowledgement of our sponsors.
Team Trish successfully completed the City to Surf on Sunday 8 August, covering the 14 kms in a more than reasonable time, given the 60,000 plus participants. Thank you to the members of Team Trish, particularly Muriel Buckeridge whose idea it was, for their great support and fundraising efforts.
More
Support from the Other
Side of the World
Grateful thanks to Kuwait resident Darlene Haddad who has again worked very hard fundraising for the Foundation. She has raised $US802 selling books at her Kuwait school.
Pictured at right - Darlene Haddad and her pupils at the American Academy for Girls, Kuwait.
Nutrimetics
Fundraiser
The Foundation is very grateful to Anna Cavill who raised funds for the Foundation's research by way of a Nutrimetics fundraiser which was attended by many of Trish's school friends.
Anna is pictured with her mother Jenny Comanos who hosted the fundraiser.
Having successfully completed their epic motor cycle ride, ‘We Ride 4 MS’ from Sydney to London through some of the most dangerous countries in the world, Ralph Dixon and Fionnuala Livingston are planning an even bolder journey. Ralph, who has MS, is planning ‘Ride 4 Hope’ which will take him and his son through Australia, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, China, Mongolia, the very top of Russia, Siberia, across to Alaska, Canada and all mainland States.
Australian legend Betty Cuthbert is the patron of ‘Ride 4 Hope’. “I am only too pleased to be Patron and I wish Ralph all the best in his travel all around the world,” Betty said. The Foundation is once again very grateful to Ralph and Fionnuala for dedicating the Australian leg of ‘Ride 4 Hope’ to the Trish Foundation.
Thank you very much to Cheryl Bernard, David McCredie and the committee of the Sydney Cricket Association Women's Competition for dedicating the raffle at their Presentation Dinner to the Foundation. A special thank you also to Harry Solomons, Kingsgrove Sports Centre for donating the Bradman Memorabilia which was raffled on the night.
The proceeds of the raffle, $732.00 will boost the Foundation's future research funds.
The Trish Foundation has lost a dear friend and very generous supporter, Laurie Anderson. Laurie's family requested donations to the Foundation in memory of Laurie in lieu of flowers. Sincere gratitude to the Anderson family for their significant support at such a difficult time.
Applications for the Foundation's second round of funding, jointly branded with Multiple Sclerosis Australia, have now closed. The applications are being assessed internationally and will be ranked by the Medical and Research Advisory Board of MS Australia.
The Trish Foundation's Scientific Research Committee will then choose the project(s) which meet the firm funding guidelines of the Foundation and make recommendations to the Foundation's Board for approval.
What do Pat Rafter, Mark Taylor, Gordon Bray, John Newcombe, Paul Clitheroe, Mark Waugh, Guy Leech, Phil Blake, Craig Riddington, Bob Dwyer, Mark Edmondson, Ken Edwards, David Gilbert, Rob Mundle, Bruce Bolden, Caroline Searcy, Paul Vautin, Adam Watt, Don Willesee, Geraldine Brown, Peter Cullum and Andrew Daddo have in common?
They all generously supported the Bentley Sydney Celebrity Charity Golf Day held at Terrey Hills Golf and Country Club on 25 March 2004.
The event was a joint fundraiser for the Trish Foundation and the Roseville College Foundation and was supported by Dr. Brendan Nelson MP, Federal Minister for Education Science and Training.
“Bentley Sydney’s major sponsorship together with the generosity of Telstra Stadium and Toshiba and the support of so many celebrities who freely gave their time ensured the event was a great success. Approximately $50,000 was raised for these two worthy Foundations. This was our inaugural event and all participants want to come back next year,” said Chairman of the Joint Organising Committee Barry Bradford.
The funds raised, boosted enormously by the great auctioneering skills of Craig Marshall Century 21 Gordon, will add significantly to the Trish Foundation’s future research and will also enhance the education provided to Roseville College girls.
Brian McMillan, Managing Director, Bentley Sydney Five Dock said the event was a winner for all organisations involved. “I was most impressed by the support of the 25 celebrities such as Pat Rafter, John Newcombe, Fatty Vautin and Mark Taylor, who worked tirelessly and freely gave several hours of their time to entertain and play golf with their teams. It was wonderful to see such a big turnout in support of MS research, and that the players were not so much focussed on winning, but felt special just to be part of the day.”
“Overall it was a fantastic day – money man Paul Clitheroe as MC, the venue, the organisation, even the weather. Like the whole event, the Bentleys parked around the clubhouse were well received, some people expressing their pleasure at being able to sit in a Bentley for the first time. The auction dinner following the golf was a tremendous money raiser and it was great to see that the Bentley goods we donated assisted in the success of the auction.”
“The feedback received from our customers who played was all positive. Bentley Sydney is pleased to have been involved in an event which attracts such support from both celebrities and the community, and for such a good cause as MS Research. Also I was very happy with the unexpected gift of a NSW State of Origin jersey signed by the celebrities.”
The Trish Multiple Sclerosis Research Foundation and the Roseville College Foundation wish to sincerely thank the following for their generous support of the Bentley Sydney Celebrity Charity Golf Day
Bentley Sydney, Managing Director Brian McMillan
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All Seasons Premier Menzies Hotel Sydney Steele Augustine Australia Post, Mark Warren Bel Paese Ristorante Italiano, Pino Russo Black and Blues Band Phil Blake Bruce Bolden Gordon Bray Geraldine Brown Paul Clitheroe Cricket Australia Peter Cullum Andrew Daddo Bob Dwyer John Eales Mark Edmondson |
Ken Edwards David Gilbert Golf Visuals, Steve Fenton Stephen Healy, Gadens Lawyers Hyatt Sanctuary Cove Brett Lee Guy Leech Legends under Glass Trevor Mackle, Tallwoods Craig Marshall, Century 21 Rob Mundle Hon Dr Brendan Nelson John Newcombe Nokia, Richard Kilkelly Park Hyatt Sydney, Ernesto A’de Lima Patrick Rafter |
Craig Riddington Caroline Searcy Sports Online, Mark Handel Mark Taylor Telstra Stadium, Ken Edwards Terrey Hills Golf and Country Club Toshiba Australia, Damien Esterman Paul Vautin Bill Walsh, Magician Adam Watt Mark Waugh Mary Webster Don Willesee Wine Source, Andrew Cameron Peter Wynn |
Sincere gratitude to Roseville College and the Roseville College Foundation, particularly Barry Bradford, for approaching the Trish Foundation to jointly hold the Celebrity Charity Golf Day and for the successful partnership in raising funds to boost both Foundations.
Photos of some of the participants (from left to right): 1. Blake Team: Bruce Morgan, Attila Fekete, Robert Simeon, Phil Blake 2. Bradford Team: Keith Todd, Caroline Searcy, Marco Nussbaumer, Barry Bradford 3. Rafter Team: Mark Handel, Peter Hamilton, Pat Rafter, Philip Clay 4. Newcombe Team: Keith Noble, John Waters, John Newcombe, Linton Till 5. McMillan Team: Greig Carroll, Brian McMillan, Robert Poynting, Mark Taylor 6. Vautin Team: Paul Vautin, Ian Yates, Nick Aubrey and Daron Patterson
The
Foundation owes a huge debt of gratitude to Rotary Club of Strathfield,
particularly chief organiser Niall King, for raising a further $20,000
towards the Foundation's research.
This is the third successive year the Club has dedicated its Golf Day and Dinner to the Trish Foundation. Organiser extraordinaire Niall, was fittingly honoured at the dinner by being awarded the prestigious Paul Harris Fellowship by the Club. The award is 'in appreciation of tangible and significant assistance given for the furtherance of better understanding and friendly relations among peoples of the world.'
The Foundation's heartfelt thanks to Niall and the Rotary Club of Strathfield. Photo: Niall King receiving his prestigious award from Rotary Club of Strathfield President, Keith Stockall.
The Trish Foundation is very grateful to Pat Mackle, Avant Card for producing 'Trish Who' postcards with information regarding the Foundation on the reverse. Avant Card is distributing 22,000 postcards in their venues across Australia, raising awareness of both the Foundation and multiple sclerosis.
The Foundation's sincere gratitude is extended to Pat Mackle and Avant Card for their very generous support.
The inaugural (2002) funding round of the Trish Multiple Sclerosis Research Foundation has been completed. The Trish Multiple Sclerosis Research Foundation is pleased to announce that the five top applications received funding.
The projects are all from major Australian Universities or Research Institutes. Please see our Research page for details.
The Foundation wishes to sincerely thank Kooroora Tennis Club for dedicating the opening of their magnificent new tennis complex to the Foundation. Past and present club members, as well as others, donated generously resulting in $1,254.80 being raised. Thankyou Kooroora!
Grateful thanks to Jerry Lattin for requesting donations to the Foundation in memory of his late wife Beres, who was inspirational in her battle with MS. Beres was a member of the nursing profession, an elegant, lively, gregarious and friendly lady who was popular with everyone.
The Foundation is very grateful to Triple M for the great opportunity to fundraise at the M1 Concert presented by Triple M.
The Foundation
has received $5,000 from the Paul Newman Foundation towards our research.
Paul Newman, acclaimed actor and racing car driver, started a food business in his basement, he and a friend filling old wine bottles with their homemade salad dressings to give to their friends as Christmas presents. As a lark they decided what was good enough for their friends would be good enough for the public so begin selling their products. Within two months they were receiving requests from all over the United States, no-one being more surprised than Newman who immediately declared “Let’s give all profits away to those who need it!”
“When we started all this, everyone said it was a joke and even I said it was a joke,” Newman said. “The embarrassing thing is that my pasta sauces are out grossing my movies, but I am fighting back.”
The Foundation very much appreciates the support of the Paul Newman Foundation and particularly its Australian Administrator, Sue Home.
The
Foundation is very appreciative of the magnificent support of the Australian
Cricket Board, Women's Cricket NSW and the Australian 'Southern Stars'
team. A gold coin collection at the gate of the second Ashes Test held at
Bankstown Oval was donated to the Foundation's research.
Australian
women's captain Belinda Clark, a former New South Wales team-mate of Trish
said the Australian team was pleased to lend its support to the cause. "Trish
Langsford was a talented cricketer for New South Wales and she also
captained the Australian under-23 side against New Zealand in 1993-94,"
said Clark. "With her skill and determination, she could well have gone
on to play for Australia at senior level, but unfortunately she was struck
down with the degenerative disease." "The Foundation does tremendous
work in continuing the fight to find a cure for MS and the team is proud to
support the Foundation during the Test match," said Clark.
Australia retained the Ashes after winning the first Test in Brisbane and, with Australia in a commanding position, the second Test ended in a draw. The sizable amount of $1,032.25 was raised which was significant considering the inclement weather which was encountered. Sincere gratitude to the Australian Cricket Board, Women's Cricket NSW and the Australian team for their ongoing immense support.
The
Foundation is very grateful to extraordinary supporters from the other side
of the world.
Mary Ellen and Shaun Murphy of Massachusetts, USA held a very successful fundraiser and dedicated the funds raised to the Trish Multiple Sclerosis Research Foundation. They received tremendous support from the Mattapoisett Lions Club and raised approximately AUS$10,000 towards the Foundation's research.
Kuwait resident, Darlene Haddad has also worked very hard fundraising for the Foundation and has raised AUS$1,000 which has been deposited in the Foundation's Research Account.
The Foundation's very sincere thanks are extended to Mary Ellen, Shaun and Darlene for their magnificent support of the Foundation and its goal. Their significant support from so far away is very much appreciated.
The
aim of the Foundation’s Annual Gala Dinner, held on 7 November 2003, was to give
the Foundation’s wonderful supporters an enjoyable fun-filled night whilst
raising funds for the Foundation’s research. Feedback from those present
indicated this was accomplished.
The Foundation wishes to sincerely thank every person who attended the dinner and bid so generously for the auction items and the vast number of people and organizations who generously donated items for the night. As well, sincere gratitude to the Foundation’s professional Master of Ceremonies Bill Gilbert, Auctioneer Extraordinaire Craig Marshall Century 21 Gordon, wonderful musicians Ian Thistlethwaite and his band Triple Exposure, Ralph Dixon who was interviewed about his successful ‘We Ride 4 MS’ and the magnificent venue Oatlands House.
Mayne Health Laverty Pathology continue to significantly support the Foundation in a multitude of ways. Again this year Mayne made a substantial donation towards the Foundation’s research. The Trish Foundation is very grateful to Mayne Health Laverty Pathology for their very generous and significant support. The generous support of Pacific International Cairns on the Esplanade, Waldorf Apartment Hotel Canberra, Quicksilver and Hanimex contributed to the very successful raffle which was drawn at the Gala Dinner. The Foundation is very appreciative of their exceptional support.
Dr. Graeme Stewart, Westmead Millenium Institute who is a recipient of a research grant from the Foundation says that the past year has seen some important developments with respect to MS research and specifically within his area of interest in MS genetics. At the Gala Dinner Dr. Stewart spoke positively about his research and also developments in other areas of MS research. Dr. Stewart's positive words were inspiring and definitely give great hope that the Foundation's dream of finding a cure for MS can be achieved.
The significant support and generosity of those listed in our Thanks to Our Supporters page and all those who attended the Foundation’s Annual Gala Dinner enabled the Trish Foundation to raise over $53,000. This will give a tremendous boost to the Foundation’s future research and we are extremely grateful to each and every person and organization.
The Foundation is indebted to Roseville Lawn Tennis Club for dedicating, for the third consecutive year, their Pro-Celebrity Tennis Day to the Foundation. Approximately $15,000 was raised, giving the Foundation’s future research a great boost. Sincere gratitude to President, Darren Clark and the committee and all the celebrities who gave their time so generously to ensure the day was a great success.
Christmas
in July - 26 July 2003Christmas in July was celebrated at the Waldorf Apartment Hotel, Parramatta's Unity Room which was spectacularly decorated by Jack and Alice Kapterian, Vivendi. The Foundation's grateful appreciation is expressed to remarkable, very generous supporters Jenny and Geoff Wolf (Waldorf Apartment Hotels) and Jack and Alice Kapterian (Vivendi). As well, thank you to all those who attended and/or donated items in support of Christmas in July. Their great contributions ensured the evening was successful and the Foundation's funds for research have been given a considerable boost.
The Financial Planning Association, Wollongong Chapter dedicated their Charity Golf Day to the Foundation, raising $1898. Thank you to all those involved, with particular gratitude to Wollongong Chapter Chair Andrew Gray.
Trivia
Night - 24 April 2003We had a fun filled fundraising night at the Parramatta Leagues Club, 13-15 O’Connell Street, Parramatta on Thursday 24 April 2003.
Over $5,000 was raised at the Foundation's inaugural Trivia Night. Very special thanks to Committee Member Nicole McLellan, to Tony Zappia, Damien Kelly and the Parramatta Leagues Club who generously provided the venue, food and numerous prizes. The Trivia Night was Nicole's idea, she ran with it, liaised with Parramatta Leagues Club and single-handedly organised a very successful event.
Rotary Club of
Strathfield - Golf Day, Dinner and Auction - 20 February 2003The Foundation is very indebted to the Rotary Club of Strathfield for their magnificent support in again this year dedicating the proceeds of their Golf Day, Dinner and Auction to the Foundation's research. A wonderful $12,000 was raised which will give the Foundation's research funds a huge boost.
Organiser Niall King again worked tirelessly to ensure the event was a great success. The Foundation is very grateful to Niall for his hard work, time, effort and energy as well as his personal generosity.
The Foundation's Annual Gala Dinner, held on 1 November 2002 at Oatlands House, was a fabulous success raising over $55,000 for research into pursuing a cure for multiple sclerosis.
Without incredible support this would not have been possible and the Foundation is truly indebted to each and every person who generously supported the dinner in so many ways.
The amount raised adds significantly to the Foundation's ability to fund worthwhile research projects into this debilitating disease to ensure others do not suffer as Trish did and so many others do.
Dr. Graeme Stewart from the Millenium Institute, a recipient of a research grant in the Foundation's inaugural round of funding spoke about his research project and encouraged those present with the words "when, not if, a cure is found for multiple sclerosis".
The Foundation's very sincere gratitude is extended to Barry O'Farrell MP Member for Ku-ring-gai, entertaining Guest Speaker Australian cricketer Gavin Robertson, Auctioneer Extraordinaire Craig Marshall Century 21 Gordon, professional Master of Ceremonies Bill Gilbert, highly acclaimed magician Bill Walsh and the enjoyable music of the band Clooz.
Mayne Health Laverty Pathology continue to significantly support the Foundation in very many ways. The Foundation was again this year the recipient of a substantial donation from Mayne which is greatly appreciated.
The Trish Multiple Sclerosis Research Foundation wishes to thank P & O Cruises and Waldorf Apartment Hotel Canberra for their great generosity and support in donating prizes for the Foundation’s raffle.
Heartiest
congratulations to Ralph Dixon and Fionnuala Livingston on their extraordinary
feat of riding their motor cycle from Sydney to London!! The Foundation is
tremendously grateful to Ralph Dixon and Fionnuala Livingston for dedicating all
funds raised during the Australian part of their trip to the Trish MS Research
Foundation. Please click on this link
to read more about the ride and to see some photographs.
The Gala Farewell Dinner was a great success, $12,000 being raised for the Foundation's research. Six and Out played an enormous part in the success of the night and the Foundation is extremely grateful for their outstanding support in freely giving their time. Those present really enjoyed the fantastic music played by Richard Chee Quee, Brett Lee, Gavin Robertson, Brad McNamara and Phil Bowley (standing in for Shane Lee).
The Foundation is also extremely grateful to Richard Ernster and Helping Hand Group. Thank you to Richard Chee Quee who introduced Helping Hand to the Foundation. Their contribution boosted the amount raised on the night significantly.
Thank you to guest artist Glen Doyle who accompanied Six and Out on his digeridoo. The unusual combination was widely applauded.
The Gala Farewell Dinner was attended by supporters far and wide who generously bid at auction and purchased raffle tickets. The Foundation is very appreciative of the tremendous support shown by those who attended.
Ravenswood Charity DinnerThe organising committee 'Extraordinaire', pictured at right, raised over $20,000 at a Ravenswood Charity Dinner. The Foundation is extremely grateful to the committee comprising 'Trish's mates' Kate Hurley, Sam Reading, Penny Walsh, Jane Barnett and Shane Hamilton. Penny Walsh, the team leader, is the daughter-in-law of Dr John Walsh of the Foundation's Scientific Research Committee.
The Foundation wishes to thank the young women of year 12 at Roseville College who have supported the Foundation with fundraising this year. Their efforts are greatly appreciated.
Roseville Lawn Tennis Club held a Tennis Day on 7 April 2002. This is the second tennis day held for the Foundation and their continued tremendous support is very much appreciated. Their contribution of $11,166 has given a great boost to the Foundation's research.
Special thanks to Ian Chappell, Steve Liebmann, Kerry O'Brien and Lisa Sthalekar for their terrific support in playing tennis with those present.
Grateful thanks to the girls of the Roseville College Tildesley Shield Tennis Team who have raised funds for the work of the Foundation. Their efforts are much appreciated.
The Foundation is delighted that Year 11 Tudor, Year 9 Tudor and Year 9 Windsor 2 chose the Trish MS Research Foundation as their charity to support this year. The girls worked very hard and presented the Foundation with a cheque for $1,350. What a fantastic effort! The continuing support of the school where Trish spent many happy years, means a great deal to her family and friends.
The Foundation thanks the girls of the Roseville College Junior School , particularly Taysha Blessington and Henrietta Booth, for their fundraising on behalf the Foundation. Their efforts are much appreciated.
Special thanks to the students of Prairiewood Languages High School for their hard work and effort in fundraising for the Foundation. Led by their teacher, former cricketer Alison Pool, and students Charinn Aitken, Michael Binnie and Nakita Brown, the students responded generously to the Foundation’s goal.
Golf Day - Strathfield Golf Club 28 February 2002 Many thanks to the Strathfield Rotary Club for their wonderful Golf Day and dinner and auction. In an extraordinary effort, Strathfield Rotary Club raised $18,000 for the Foundation's research. Niall King worked tirelessly to organise the very successful Golf Day, Dinner and Auction and the Foundation is extremely grateful to him and Strathfield Rotary Club for their support.
Pictured at the presentation of the $18,000 raised at the Golf Day, Dinner and Auction in aid of the Foundation are (left to right): Foundation Directors David and Wendy Dodd, Niall King (organiser of the Golf Day) and Roger Vince (President, Rotary Club of Strathfield).
Roseville Memorial Club Charity
DinnerThe Foundation is most appreciative of the Roseville Memorial Club which raised over $16,500 at their Charity Dinner for the Foundation. Pictured is David Cottrell of the Club and Carol Langsford, Director of the Foundation.
The Foundation would like to pass on a huge thank you to the 2001 Year 12 at Ravenswood School for Girls. In their very busy Higher School Certificate year they worked extremely hard and raised $2,200 for the Foundation's research into finding a cure for multiple sclerosis. We are very grateful for their outstanding support.
Our thanks to the Northern Suburbs Tennis Association for hosting the NSTA Family Challenge on Sunday 16 September 2001. A great day was had by all.
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