Logan City Councillor Scott Bannan said the most important part of Pink Stump Day in Logan City is raising awareness and funds for such an important cause, that is close to his heart.
“The money is great and we finished second in the country last year, which is awesome for a small country town, but really it’s that awareness,” he said.
“If we can save someone’s life, that’s better.
“My wife beat it (cancer) because we got such an early diagnosis, and you can’t put a price on that.
“It’s about raising awareness, and having the people here to enjoy the night in the community, and seeing how good the cricket club is.”
Rodney Teese, the cricket club president, said it’s also a great opportunity for the Jimboomba Bushrangers Cricket Club.
“We’ve got great facilities down here at Glenlogan Park…we’re nearly in the middle of Jimboomba, we’re a good little cricket club, and we just want to put on an event,” Mr Teese said.
“We took it to a different level last year (when the club raised $10,000) and this year we want to build on that.
“We had 200 plus people here (at the event) last year and with the year that everyone had last year with COVID and everything we’re hoping to make it a little bit bigger and better than last time.
“It’s something that’s going to be good for the community, especially when a lot of things didn’t happen in 2020.
“All proceeds, donations, and sponsorships are going straight to the McGrath Foundation.”
Mr Bannan said it was easy for locals to get involved.
“The best way (to get involved) is to get in touch with the Bushrangers through Facebook or call directly,” he said.
The main game is scheduled to be held on Saturday, February 20th, at 7pm and is just a gold coin donation to attend.
Gates will open at 4pm. There will be halftime entertainment, raffles, auctions, and more cricket.
