Pink and Pretty
Brackenridge Country Retreat and Spa transformed overnight for the Pink Ribbon breakfast held on Friday 1st July. It was a wonderland of roses and a tribute to the organisers of the event.
Fine china teacups decorated the tables. Pink champagne was poured, and Trestle and Mortar provided a decadent breakfast which set the scene for animated discussion and spirited support for the fundraising auction.
Ably compered by Angela Sweeney, with the consummate skills of Carl Petersen as auctioneer, the bids kept rolling in. There was considerable competition for the very generously sponsored prizes. Over 70 sponsors had provided a wide range of products, gifts, and experiences.
Susan Stephens, one of the main organisers of the event, says that the support from the community is phenomenal and we are so grateful to every one of them. It allowed us to raise $23,500.00 which will go to the NZ Breast Cancer Foundation. This is the largest donation we have ever made. There are few people in the community who do not know of at least one person who has had treatment for Breast Cancer. I suspect that is why this event is so generously supported. Tickets sold by word of mouth before the event was even advertised.
More than 100 people attended.
Lyle Griffiths
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