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#44kmfor44kids

During September's Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, Natalie and Tracey ran their first ever marathon. They pushed themselves to the absolute limit whilst raising desperately needed funds for research into a cure for this aggressive disease. 

$4.44 can help fund research into a cure

The inspiration behind #44kmfor44kids is the courage of a little boy named Jai. He valiantly battled the children's cancer neuroblastoma from the tender age of four till he was nine years old. 

I want to run each kilometre for a child whose life has been taken or impacted by neuroblastoma. I want their families to know their child will never be forgotten. Natalie Bunworth

Honouring their stories

Kilometre 44 was run for Jai as that is the number of his favourite AFL player and the reason for the 44km. The first was Sienna Hoffmann the daughter of Oliver Hoffmann and Lucy Jones, President of Neuroblastoma Australia. 

How YOU can help

  • spread the word about the #44kmfor44kids
  • support Natalie and Tracey through their appeal pages below
  • make a donation on behalf of the 44 kids that Natalie and Tracey will be running for through their story pages below.

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#44kmfor44kids

Adam's Story #39

Adam's Story #39

Adam, a little boy starting out in life who was diagnosed with a cruel and vicious disease, that no treatment could eradicate. We must do better for our children. Read more

Published: 4th August, 2020

Updated: 15th December, 2020

Author: Lynette Haines

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Summer's Story #34

Summer's Story #34

Summer battled for 15 months and gained her wings 22 December 2018. Very loved and missed by her family especially her three brothers Read more

Published: 4th August, 2020

Updated: 15th December, 2020

Author: Lynette Haines

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Isla's Story #32KM

Isla's Story #32KM

This fun loving and active teenager began her neuroblastoma journey before she'd even celebrated her first birthday. Read more

Published: 23rd July, 2020

Updated: 15th December, 2020

Author: Lynette Haines

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Ethan's Story #19KM

Ethan's Story #19KM

Brave, generous, cheeky and handsome Ethan, so loved and forever in the hearts of his family and friends. Read more

Published: 23rd July, 2020

Updated: 15th December, 2020

Author: Lynette Haines

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Neuroblastoma Dads #30Km

Neuroblastoma Dads #30Km

Kilometre #30 is for all the incredible neuroblastoma dads. in recognition of your endless love and courage in the face of this disease. This one is for you. Read more

Published: 13th July, 2020

Updated: 15th December, 2020

Author: Lynette Haines

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Neuroblastoma Mums #18

Neuroblastoma Mums #18

Km #18 for Neuroblastoma Mums 🌸💙🌸 For the beautiful, loving, strong, funny, energetic, fragile, authentic, honest, compassionate, powerful, driven and passionate mother’s of the children we are running for 🌸💙🌸 Read more

Published: 19th May, 2020

Updated: 15th December, 2020

Author: Lynette Haines

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Natalie Smythe's Story #20

Natalie Smythe's Story #20

Diagnosed when she was only 13 weeks old, Natalie beat the odds and today is cancer free with two beautiful children of her own. Read more

Published: 19th May, 2020

Updated: 15th December, 2020

Author: Lynette Haines

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Corey's Story #13

Corey's Story #13

This gorgeous farm boy loved tractors, feeding the chickens and playing with his dogs. He was deeply loved and is missed; each and everyday. Read more

Published: 19th May, 2020

Updated: 15th December, 2020

Author: Lynette Haines

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Edwina's Story #36

Edwina's Story #36

This little bundle who survived Stage 4 High Risk MYCN Amplified Neuroblastoma (and all the painful and invasive treatments that go with it), is nearly six today with a new baby sister! Read more

Published: 18th March, 2020

Updated: 15th December, 2020

Author: Lynette Haines

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Max's Story #12KM

Max's Story #12KM

Max never let the 16 months of gruelling treatments get the better of him. However, despite all the treatment and his 'superhero-like' determination, he tragically passed away at the tender age of six. Read more

Published: 10th March, 2020

Updated: 15th December, 2020

Author: Lynette Haines

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Byron's Story #33KM

Byron's Story #33KM

On the day of the #44KMfor44Kids, little Byron's family will be counting 33 months without him. This beautiful boy inspired those around him with his strength and determination. Read more

Published: 10th March, 2020

Updated: 15th December, 2020

Author: Lynette Haines

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Ryder's Story #42KM

Ryder's Story #42KM

Diagnosed just after he turned three, Ryder endured 18 months of treatment before heading overseas for a vaccine trial. He's just started school and mercifully has been cancer free for a year. Read more

Published: 5th March, 2020

Updated: 15th December, 2020

Author: Lynette Haines

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Jazmyn's Story #40KM

Jazmyn's Story #40KM

After enduring a gruelling regime (including everything from surgery to chemo to radiation therapy to immunotherapy) Jazmyn was given the all clear for a precious few months. Until the cancer returned in September 2019 and Jazmyn's second battle with neuroblastoma began. Read more

Published: 4th March, 2020

Updated: 15th December, 2020

Author: Lynette Haines

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Lenny's Story #26KM

Lenny's Story #26KM

Lenny a much loved son, brother and twin whose light continues to shine in the hearts of those who were lucky enough know him. Read more

Published: 4th March, 2020

Updated: 15th December, 2020

Author: Lynette Haines

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Charlie's Story #21

Charlie's Story #21

Charlie was only a few months old when his family noticed a lump. Their word turned upside down when he was diagnosed with high risk neuroblastoma in early 2016. Today this four year old with a big bright eyes is in remission. Read more

Published: 4th March, 2020

Updated: 15th December, 2020

Author: Lynette Haines

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Siblings #22KM

Siblings #22KM

The impact on the brothers and sisters of children who have neuroblastoma is very real. Their world changes. Their family changes. They tire, grieve and suffer too. So the #22KM is in honour of our neuroblastoma siblings. Read more

Published: 4th March, 2020

Updated: 15th December, 2020

Author: Lynette Haines

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Ava's Story #3KM

Ava's Story #3KM

A true hero, Ava has pushed through 18 months of treatment with strength beyond her years. She is now participating in a trial with the hope it will keep her cancer free. Read more

Published: 25th February, 2020

Updated: 15th December, 2020

Author: Lynette Haines

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Nixon's Story #31KM

Nixon's Story #31KM

Diagnosed with Stage 4 High Risk Neuroblastoma MYCN Amplified at just 16 months old, this amazing little man has endured an intensive treatment regime before getting the all clear in March 2019. Sadly he relapsed just a few month later. He's now taking on treatment for relapsed neuroblastoma. Read more

Published: 25th February, 2020

Updated: 15th December, 2020

Author: Lynette Haines

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Sophie's Story #9KM

Sophie's Story #9KM

Little Sophie's family had never heard of neuroblastoma when she was diagnosed in 2019. This little hero is currently undergoing immunotherapy having already endured six rounds of chemo, surgery, stem cells transplants and radiotherapy. Read more

Published: 25th February, 2020

Updated: 15th December, 2020

Author: Lynette Haines

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Declan's Story #8KM

Declan's Story #8KM

Declan's battle with neuroblastoma began just before his fourth birthday and tragically ended just after his eighth. Loved and missed by his heartbroken family. Read more

Published: 25th February, 2020

Updated: 15th December, 2020

Author: Lynette Haines

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Mayli's Story #10KM

Mayli's Story #10KM

Diagnosed with neuroblastoma when she was only four days old, Mayli continues to achieve her milestone with happiness, strength and determination. Read more

Published: 24th February, 2020

Updated: 15th December, 2020

Author: Lynette Haines

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Maddie's Story #43km

Maddie's Story #43km

This little gladiator makes the most of every moment, stopping to smell the roses, talk to a stranger, splash in muddy puddles. Read more

Published: 14th February, 2020

Updated: 15th December, 2020

Author: Lynette Haines

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Kahlilla's Story #14km

Kahlilla's Story #14km

Little Lilla's light continues to shine. Always and forever. Read more

Published: 11th February, 2020

Updated: 15th December, 2020

Author: Lynette Haines

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Evie's Story #6km

Evie's Story #6km

Six year old Evie lived and loved so fiercely. She will be forever missed. Read more

Published: 11th February, 2020

Updated: 15th December, 2020

Author: Lynette Haines

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