Stroke of Art 2009 | Faith, Hope, Courage

Judi Halliday, Stroke of Art Ambassador

The Stroke of Art launch was held at the ArtHouse Hotel, formerly the School of Arts Building in Sydney’s CBD on Monday 3rd August.

The National Stroke Foundation CEO, Dr Erin Lalor welcomed guests and introduced accomplished artist and Stroke of Art Ambassador Judi Halliday. Judi openly spoke about her personal stroke experience and the blessings she has in her life today, her wonderful family.

Stroke survivor, Jen Li spoke about her stroke at age 24. Jen’s honest portrayal of her experience was inspiring and uplifting.

View photos from the Stroke of Art Exhibition and launch

The National Stroke Foundation’s Counterstroke Golf Committee would like to thank all who made the recent Classic a success. The condition of the five world-class courses – Portsea, The National (Ocean Course), The Dunes, Sorrento, Flinders – was excellent and the weather ideal for golf.

Special thanks are extended to our many supporters – Trust Foundation, Maxwell & Williams, Anderson Kelly, NAB, Taylors Wines, Drummonds Golf Shops, Envirosax, Flinders Hotel, Golf Clearance Outlet, Lindenderry Hotel, Twinings, Golf World Bentleigh, Gazman, Trent Nathan and the raffle donors, Commonwealth, Kingston Heath, Barwon Heads, Metropolitan and Royal Melbourne Golf Clubs.

The Committee hopes that all participants enjoyed their games and that you will return next year to support the Foundation’s important work.

Arrangements are underway for our Bellarine Classic in September. Stayed tuned to the web site for more details soon.

Any prize winner who did not receive their prize is asked to contact Jasmin at the National Stroke Foundation on 9670 1000 to arrange collection.

2009 Mornington Peninsula Counterstroke Golf Classic Winners

Supported by Trust Foundation

Almost 500 guests attended the second Thank God you're still here charity disco ball on Friday 18 April and helped to raise significant funds for the National Stroke Foundation.

Sandra Sully did an outstanding job as MC and modern day crooner Carl Riseley was very well received by guests. Tim Mitchell & The Tone Tone Semitones got everyone dancing, which ended the night on a great note.

Special thanks to auctioneer Scott Patterson from Jellis Craig Real Estate and presenters National Stroke Foundation CEO Dr Erin Lalor and stroke survivor David Lawson who both delivered a very important message about stroke.

Congratulations to the Thank God you’re still here organising committee of Joanne Leeds (chairperson), Rose Livingston and Melanie Orval whose hard work resulted in a spectacular and successful event.

We gratefully acknowledge the generous donations and support of our sponsors:

Anton Jewellery, Australian Radio Network, Braeside Garden Cottages, CH2, Collingwood Football Club, Condor Group, Crown, Deutscher Menzies, Fletcher Jones, Holden Racing Team, Honda, Hoyts, Hungry Jacks, Mr & Mrs Paul Leeds, Mrs Sandra Lewis, L’Oreal, Mars, Marylands Country House, Mazda Australia, Media Banc, Motorola, Myer, Network Ten, Nine Network, Racing Victoria Limited, McKnights Retravision, Richmond Football Club, Riedel Glassware, Roadshow Films, Mr Rohan Robertson, Samsung, Seven Network, Silver K Fine Art Gallery, Sofitel Hotels – The Mansion at Werribee Park, Soho Workshop, Sony, Starcom, Tennis Australia, The Fitness Generation, There’s A Bear In There, 3AW, Veolia Environmental Services, Victoria Racing Committee, Watches of Switzerland, Wilson Golf Australia.

View photos of the charity ball

© Photography by Elisabeth Jane

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The trivia car rally through Melbourne's Eastern suburbs was a great day which helped raise awareness of stroke.

Participants drove through Vermont South, Wantirna and the Dandenong Ranges while answering trivia questions.  

They were given a map and a questionnaire when they registered.   

“The driving force behind the Rally4Stroke event was the recent passing of a young and healthy male friend who left behind his wife and three beautiful children,” said Miss Dunning, Chairperson of Rally4Stroke Committee.

                     Proudly supported by MYOB

Thanks to Julie, Emily and all the Rally4Stroke volunteers for helping raise funds for the National Stroke Foundation and for a fun day.

View photos of the day

Together we raised in excess of $1300 for the foundation.  This money will go towards:

• Prevention of stroke
• Improved treatment to increase the chances of a full recovery
• Better support for survivors and their families
• Research

Congratulations to the following rally winners:

• First prize -The McGregors – Fiona, James, and Lachlan McGregor ($500 JB Hi-Fi Voucher)
• Second prize - Stacy Dimitracopoulos, Emilie Rochecouste and Kari Steer ($250 JB Hi-Fi Voucher)
• Third Prize - Leanne Quick, James Baites, and Matthew Werner ($100 JB Hi-Fi Voucher)

Thank you to MYOB Australia, who has provided a great deal of support to us, and aided in the success of the Rally4Stroke.
We’d also like to thank all of the volunteers and other sponsors who made the day a success, especially:

Venus Homewares & Gifts, Waverley RSL, Churinga Café, Reel Café, Cameo Cinema, Brainiac, Eye F.X. Signs,  Salsita, Woolworths, Coles Online, Autobarn.