Team Cairns

Team Cairns love Spring and particularly exercising in the outdoors. Definitely signing up to this! A great way to stay motivated and set some new goals. Follow the link and register. Don’t be overwhelmed by the steps to register - once you download the app (link your iPhone or fitbit) it’s pretty easy from there.

Team Cairns had an absolute BLAST in the Transplant Australia wave of the Sparton race in Melbourne on the weekend. Blown away that Jazz’s own transplant doctor - who witnessed his new heart beat for the first time in theatre those 5 or so years ago - who saw him struggle to walk very far pre-transplant - overcame obstacles alongside him on the weekend. Transplant nurses, doctor, supporters & recipients of multiple types of transplants, even a person waiting for their new kidney cheered each other on through the varied obstacles. Very grateful for opportunities like these that Transplant Australia make happen. 45kg balls, high nets to climb, 9 foot walls to scramble over, monkey bars and barbed wire crawl were just some of the fun-filled challenges we overcame. So PROUD of my boy - his determination, spirit of adventure, willingness to try anything. What a GIFT this beautiful heart is. It beats to the rhythm of Jazz’s new life, dancing and celebrating every milestone moment.

Rego closing very soon for Melbourne Sparton - don’t miss out. Transplant Australia bringing encouragement, adventure & support to transplant recipients and their families across Australia.

Only a few weeks left to register for Spartan Werribee with Transplant Australia! Take part in this inclusive event that brings together transplant recipients, donors, and supporters in a powerful show of community spirit. WHEN: Saturday 9 August WHERE: Werribee, Victoria WHAT: A 5km obstacle race and a whole lot of fun Whether you're aiming to complete your first obstacle course or just keen to be part of a meaningful movement—there’s a place for you. Get in touch today to secure your unique discount code and join the team. #SpartanWerribee #TransplantAustralia #TeamEffort

Luka-Angel’s new book - ‘Myco & Friends’ - created to help those with heart transplants learn more about their medications, how they work and possible side effects. Can be purchased on Amazon. Medically reviewed and endorsed by Prof Rob Weintraub (& amazing art by KenziRue).

Follow this link to purchase:

https://www.amazon.com.au/Myco-Friends-Learning-About-Transplant/dp/B0DXFTKYN8

Exciting Announcement!

Join us for a spectacular showcase football match on April 11th, kicking off at 6:30 PM at Valentine's Park, Glenwood, Sydney!

Get ready to cheer on the Transplant Australia football club as they face off against the incredible Docceroos and Medtildas team, composed of dedicated medical practitioners and specialists.

The showcase will bring together recipients who have overcome lifesaving transplants and a team of practitioners who are the professionals on the front-line saving lives every day.

It’s an event you won’t want to miss!
Come out, show your support for our team, and celebrate the amazing work of our healthcare champions while enjoying a fantastic evening of football!

Any NSW transplant recipients want to join us at the Transplant Australia Transplant Active Sports Camp? Register here.

Transplant Active - NSW Sports Camp Join me at Transplant Active - NSW Sports Camp on April 12, 2025!

What a way to spend the day - overcoming obstacles with a bunch of recipients (heart, liver, kidney), Drs, a living donor and recipient family warriors! Oh what fun and a great challenge! Could never have imagined being able to do this before our transplants! Thanks so much & for an awesome day!

‘The Flying Jazz’ at it again! Congrats to Jazz and N.W Ace for their Grandfinal win this week - great game to watch! Maybe on to A Grade now?! So amazed at my sporty boy and how far he’s come!

For those asking, here is the film Luka-Angel entered into ‘Flickerfest’s: Lights Camera Donate’. Absolute privilege to get into the top 8 and be screened last Saturday at the Bondi film festival. Forever grateful for these precious gifts given and the new life we see.

The Gift of Time Based on my own family's story of heart transplant, a young girl is in desperate need of a transplant. Her time is running out. Meanwhile a young boy, who is...

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-10-06/transplant-games-showases-recipients-2024-canberra/104436508

A racing heart used to be scary for Jazz but after organ donation it means he's having a good game For Jazz, a racing heart used to be a bad thing. Now, as he competes in the Australian Transplant Games, it's a sign he's living life to the full after organ donation.