11 October 2024
Eight mates will team up to take the biggest plunge of their lives this October, abseiling 130 metres down the Central Park Tower in Perth to raise awareness about prostate cancer.
John Williams and his INPEX workmates have set up two teams – the INPEX Sliders and INPEX Window Walkers – and will descend 33 floors on 27 October to raise vital funds for Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia (PCFA).
John and his fellow workmate Chris Wilson, both prostate cancer survivors, are taking the plunge to share their story and encourage all men to be aware of their personal risk.
“It’s a great opportunity to raise awareness and funds to prevent prostate cancer. It will also be a challenging and exhilarating way to raise money for the PCFA with my workmates,” John said.
“Our teams are excited, and some are a bit nervous about the plunge. We will complete a practice session at a rock-climbing centre to get comfortable before the big abseil.
“1 in 5 men are at risk of being diagnosed with prostate cancer by the time they turn 85 years old. Early detection is vital and could be lifesaving.
“I want to encourage all men to be aware of their personal risk of prostate cancer, to look out for symptoms, and to talk to their doctor about recommendations for their individual situation.
“We invite all Perth locals to come out to Central Park Plunge in October, watch us abseil the 130 metres, and donate to PCFA in the process.”
Prostate cancer is Australia’s most common cancer. 72 men are newly diagnosed with the disease every day.
The teams have already raised more than $9,700 for PCFA and are encouraging all Australians to donate to the cause via https://pcfa.grassrootz.com/central-park-plunge-2024-pcfa/inpex-window-walkers or https://pcfa.grassrootz.com/central-park-plunge-2024-pcfa/inpex-sliders.
PCFA CEO, Anne Savage, called on Australians to support the Central Park Plunge.
“We are inspired and tremendously grateful for John and his workmates taking the plunge for PCFA this October,” Ms Savage said.
“With the donations received through this fundraiser, PCFA is able to support more Australian men affected by prostate cancer, and their families.
“Every dollar raised helps PCFA to reduce the burden of prostate cancer, funding research, prevention, early detection, improved treatment, and providing world-class psychosocial care.
“Our ultimate goal is to help make prostate cancer history. Thank you to John and his teams for their support, and to all Australians who get behind the Central Park Plunge.”
More information about PCFA is available via www.pcfa.org.au. Australians can find a local support group by calling 1800 22 00 99 or visiting www.prostate.org.au.
