Jocks to Lose Their Locks for Charity
- Thursday, 08 August 2002 00:00
The jockeys will be supervised by the legendary Roy Higgins, with trainer Wayne Hawkes agreeing to have his head shaved if bids reach over $5,000.
Proceeds will go to the Bluey Day Fundraiser on Saturday August 10. Bluey Day provides much needed funds to over 10 cancer related projects being run by the Royal Childrens Hospital. The headshave campaign originated in Horsham in 1995 when Senior Constable Karl David decided to raise money for children living with cancer by shaving of his hair. As children often lose their hair during chemotherapy, he thought it might boost their morale to see bald policemen. This concept continued to evolve to what it is today.
Moonee Valley will be open to the general public with a free sausage sizzle being held for a gold coin donation on the day. A Memorabilia Auction will also take place, with several items having been donated by champion jockeys and trainers.
The event will take place from 2.30pm onwards.
What: Jockeys shave their hair off for
Bluey Day Appeal
When: Friday August 9, 2.30pm
Where : Moonee Valley Racing Club
Media Release - Racing Victoria