Steve's SA Five 50 ultra series run in memory of Murray Burdett
I had an idea that became the SA Five 50 ultra series in
2019. Each year since a group of runners have pushed themselves to finish
the five ultra-marathons across SA, and this year I'll be joining them on the
trails to raise money for cancer research in memory of my Dad, who passed away
in October 2023.
Everyone that met Murray Burdett would agree he was a truly
wonderful person. He was a school teacher, then country high school
principal and volunteered for local community groups. In retirement Dad continued
with volunteering and spent lots of time helping the local migrant community,
particularly with vineyard contractors in setting up their business endeavours.
Mum and Dad held many tennis club and teacher social events held
at our tennis court in Suttontown. You
could always find Dad at the centre of a group of keen listeners telling a
story, usually with a big laugh at the end.
Dad stayed active and positive during his battle with cancer,
despite all the surgeries and chemotherapy.
He caught up with as many old and new friends as he could, and there was
a constant stream of visitors in his final weeks. we miss him dearly.
1 in 2 Australians will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime, I’m raising funds to show my support.
Please sponsor me to support cancer research and provide vital services for Australians living with cancer.
Thank you for your generous donation. Together, we can free the future from cancer.
