Amanda Hobbs

Can you spare a little time and money?

This October, I am celebrating 2 years which have been the most challenging you could ever imagine. 

Diagnosed in September 2023, I have endured 

- 27 rounds of chemo

- 15 rounds of radiation

- 9 rounds of immunotherapy 

- 20 rounds of targeted therapy

- 3 surgeries 

- hyperthyroidism, sepsis, chemo induced hepatitis, persistent low platelets and a new diagnosis of intercranial hypertension (and this is just what I can remember). 

The specialists I currently see is at 6, and I still need regular blood tests, echocardiograms, alongside annual screening.

Despite completing active treatment in March 2025, I still have to take daily medication, alongside a monthly implant injection. I experience joint pain, insomnia and fatigue daily.

Without the work of organisations such as the Cancer Council - the clinical trial I participated in would not have happened.

So with all that in mind, I’m setting a goal to walk 58km for the 58 Aussies diagnosed with breast cancer every day. And to help find the next breast cancer breakthrough.

You’ll fund world-class cancer research, prevention programs, and support services at Cancer Council, to support people affected by cancer before, during and after treatment.

It’s all of us against cancer. It is indiscriminate and life altering for all those affected by it  

So can you spare $5, $10, $20 - forgo a couple of coffees this week? 

I am so proud of my colleagues and the amazing support they continue to be. We have all been challenging ourselves to improve our fitness, and this is just one part of the journey.

Please donate to my fundraiser now.