Wagga Wagga 2023

Welcome! Relay For Life is a fun and moving experience that raises vital funds for the Cancer Council’s research, prevention and support services. Relay is a chance for the community to recognise and celebrate local cancer survivors, those going through a cancer experience and their carers, to honour and remember loved ones lost and to raise money to help save more lives. Join the thousands of Australians who take part in Cancer Council’s Relay For Life each year and make strides towards a cancer free future: start or join a team in the 2023 Wagga Relay today! If you have any questions, please reach out to your Local Event Coordinator: Kate Kiernan | kate.kiernan@nswcc.org.au | 02 9334 1661

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Frequently asked questions

Event Information

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Registrations

Adult (18+)

Early Bird   Until 13 August 2023: $20 per person
Standard   
From 14 August 2023 – 3 November 2023: $25 per person

Children

Child (0-7) Free

Youth (8-13yrs) $15 per person


Early bird student*
(14-17yrs)   Until 3 August 2023: $15 per person (*with student card)
Student* ticket
(14-17yrs)         From 4 August 2023 – 3 November 2023: $20 per person (*with student card)

Family

Early Bird Family (2x adults & 2x youth) Until 3 August 2023: $40 per family
Standard Family (2x adults & 2x youth) From 4 August – 3 November 2023: $60 per family

T-shirt                            
On the day: $20 per T-shirt

Ceremonies

Gates Open: 4pm – 3rd November

Opening Ceremony: 7pm – 3rd November

Candlelight Ceremony: 8pm – 3rd November

Closing Ceremony: 2.30pm – 4th November

Information Sessions

Come find out more about the Wagga Relay

Information session details are still to be finalised.

Join us to find out more how you can make a difference through participating in Relay For Life. Already participating? Come along and we can answer all your questions about the day.


Relay For Life Launch 


Come and see the committee, ask any questions and find out about this years Wagga Wagga Relay For Life. 

WHEN: 
Saturday September 9th & 16th from 9am to midday.

WHERE: Wagga Marketplace (outside Big W)


Awards

Awards available at the event include:

  • Highest Community Fundraiser
  • Highest Team Fundraiser
  • Best Dressed Team
  • Best Decorated Tent
  • Plus plenty of awards for challenges on the day!

    On The Day

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    What happens on the day?

    Get excited because the Relay has arrived!

    Here's what to expect at Relay. Check with our Relay team on 9334 1661 | kate.kiernan@nswcc.org.au  for special info about the  Wagga Relay:

    • Opening Ceremony
    • Survivors and Carers Walk
    • Entertainment
    • Candlelight Ceremony of Hope
    • Closing ceremony
    • Keep those team members walking!

    You don’t have to stay on the track all night, but we encourage teams to have at least one person on the track at all times to get the most out of your Relay experience.

    The Wagga committee would like you to choose your own adventure, whether you set up a campsite and stay for the whole event or whether it be dropping in to enjoy some chariot races, participating in the opening ceremony, listening to some music and grabbing some snacks from our food vendors.

    It is an occasion for everyone. No matter your age or fitness level, you can get involved and make a difference. A detailed schedule will be released closer to the event date to assist with your planning.

    What to bring to Relay

    Be sure to come to Relay prepared! Check the forecast the night before and be prepared for inclement weather. Remember, Relay runs overnight and can be cold. Here’s a list of things that teams should be sure to have handy on the day:

    • Tent(s),marquees for your campsite
    • Hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and lip balm
    • Your Relay For Life shirt
    • Comfortable walking/running shoes
    • Warm clothing (pants, jackets, beanies, gloves, etc.)
    • Torch and spare batteries
    • Wet weather gear (raincoat, poncho, umbrella, etc.)
    • A change of clothes
    • Camping gear (Tent, sleeping bag, pillows, blankets, esky, cutlery, cups, water bottle, food and drink.
    • Folding chairs and tables
    • Plastic sheeting or rubber-backed rug (good on cold or damp ground)
    • Campsite decorations and team banners
    • Team costumes
    • Money and loose change
    • Camera to capture those special moments
    • Any used or unused raffle books
    • Your team!

    What not to bring

    • Pets (guide dogs and service dogs are welcome)
    • Bikes, scooters or roller blades/skates
    • Glass
    • Fundraising money that you want to bank (please bank any money prior to the event or the next business day after Relay)
    • Remember, Relay For Life is a smoke-free event.

    Program

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    Thanks for your interest in Relay For Life! Here’s an overview of what will be happening on the day.




    Day One - Friday 3 November 2023

    Time Activity Location
    4:00pm Gates open and campsite set up commences Registration Desk
    4:30pm Activities commence Stage
    7:00pm Opening and Candlelight HOPE ceremonies  Stage

    Day Two - Saturday 4 November 2023

    Time Activity Location
    7:00am Breakfast Registration Desk
    10:15am Survivors and Carers lap Stage
    2:30pm Closing Ceremony Track
    3:00pm Campsite pack up begins Stage
    4:00pm Event concludes

    Sponsors

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    Thanks to our fantastic sponsors:

    Relay For Life is a community event and it would not be possible without the support we receive from our community.  In particular, there are local businesses that provide us with monetary and in-kind support.

    If you would like your business to become a sponsor of Relay For Life contact our Support Team: 1300 65 65 85

    Survivors & Carers

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    Survivors & Carers

    Relay For Life is a time for our community to come together and celebrate cancer survivors, remember those who are no longer with us and fight back against cancer.

    If you or anyone you love has ever heard the words ‘you have cancer’, you know how much if affects us and the people around us. None should face cancer alone, so whether you’re a Survivor or Carer, getting involved in your local Relay For Life can introduce you to others who are facing similar challenges and create opportunities for sharing stories, friendship and hope.

    To honour your inspiring journey, you’re invited to be our Guest of Honour at Relay For Life.

    You can choose to walk in the Survivor and Carer’s Lap of Honour or just come along for the celebrations.

    We are currently finalising details for Survivors and Carers. We encourage you to pre-register for the Survivors and Carers Lap and we will notify you once details are confirmed.

    To register for the Survivors and Carers Lap, click here and select a Survivor Carer Lap ticket. Survivors and Carers Register Ticket

    Our communities wouldn’t be the same without you, so thank you!

    If you are having trouble registering, please contact our support team - 1300 65 65 85 | relayforlife@nswcc.org.au

    Under 18s

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    Parent or Guardian Consent

    If you are under 18 years of age, you are required to have a parent or guardian complete a Parental Consent Form before the event.

    This form will be emailed to youth upon registering for the event.

    All youth are required to have the consent of their parent/guardian via the form above. Failure to do so will result in the youth being unable to attend the Relay For Life event.

    There will be limited on the day registrations available.

    Youth Team Supervisors

    All participants under 18 years of age are required to have a supervisor over the age of 21 present with their team for the duration of the event.

    You must register your supervisor by completing the Youth Supervisor Form that is emailed to you upon registering as a youth. It is the responsibility of the parent, guardian, team captain or youth to ensure the youth supervisor has completed this form.


    If a youth team attends Relay For Life without the required number of supervisors over the age of 21, the team will not be able to participate.

    Please note that for youth teams, you must have 1 supervisor per 10 youth participants.

    If you are a School Team, please contact your Relay event coordinator Kate at kate.kiernan@nswcc.org.au

    COVID-19 information

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    COVID 19

    COVID-19 restrictions and requirements are forever changing, and as a result, this Relay For Life event is subject to change. Here at Cancer Council NSW, we will follow the latest advice and guidelines from the NSW Government to ensure the safety of everyone involved in a Relay For Life 2023. 

    Thank you to our generous sponsors

    Leaderboard

    Raised so far

    $75,571

    Our goal

    $80,000