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Wednesday 20 January 2010

Cancer Council SA target $100,000 in Unite in the fight campaign

Entrants in the 2010 Mutual Community Challenge Tour, the biggest event in the Santos Tour Down Under, are this year on track to raise more than $100,000 for Cancer Council SA.

So far just over $85,000 has been raised towards cancer research, support and prevention through generous donations from people all around Australia and with only a day left before the start of the race; Australians are being urged to continue to dig deep for the Unite In The Fight campaign.

This year more than 8000 participants will ride in the Mutual Community Challenge Tour on Friday 22 January, including Guy Leech, winner of seven Iron Man Championships, and a holder of a World Iron Man title.

Declared the "Fittest 40 year old on the planet" by Ultra Fit magazine just five years ago, Leech is passionate about his health and that of the wider Australian community. As such, he’s incredibly proud to be able to do his bit in the fight to beat cancer.

As the Mutual Community's Health Ambassador, Leech is calling for all Australians to get behind the Unite In The Fight campaign.

"Cancer effects so many people in our country, we all know someone who has been affected. I'm participating in the ride to help raise funds and attract the attention of the wider Australian community. I'd also like to highlight to people the huge health benefits of engaging in regular physical activity."

"To do your bit for your fellow Australians affected by this terrible disease, log onto www.uniteinthefight.com.au and donate whatever you can. Every little bit helps, and we really want to reach the $100,000 mark!" said Leech.

Professor Brenda Wilson, Cancer Council SA Chief Executive, echoes Leech in his call to action. "Whatever your reasons, stand up and Unite in the Fight to beat cancer. Show your support and take action through a simple donation, however big or small. With enough people uniting in this fight, we can create the type of momentum that lifts the fight to beat cancer to a new level. That is something everyone who donates to this campaign can be truly proud of," said Professor Wilson.

As part of Bupa Australia, Mutual Community - along with HBA and MBF - actively supports the communities in which it operates. This support ranges from local to national initiatives that encourage all Australians to make positive lifestyle choices in order to live longer, healthier, happier lives.

Mutual Community has been the proud sponsor of the Mutual Community Challenge Tour since its inception in 2005.

For more information contact:

Tina Alldis
0402 353 432
talldis@reputation.net.au

Richard Astbury
0400 855 244
rastbury@cancersa.org.au

About Mutual Community

Mutual Community has been looking after Australians for more than 70 years. As a leading private health insurer, our primary aim is to help all Australians live longer, healthier and happier lives. Mutual Community proudly covers around one million Australians - giving them the confidence to better manage their healthcare needs. It's the largest health fund in South Australia, with more than 56 per cent market share.

In addition to private health insurance, Mutual Community offers travel, home insurance and car insurance.

About Bupa Australia

Bupa Australia is a leading healthcare provider. With a significant presence in every Australian state and territory, the company operates under the trusted and respected brands, HBA, MBF, Mutual Community and Clearview, proudly covering over three million Australians.

Bupa Australia is driven by the vision of "Taking care of the lives in our hands". The company is focused on providing sustainable health insurance and financial services solutions that represent real value to customers, and on leading the industry in the promotion of preventive health and wellness.

Bupa Australia's products and services include cover for hospital, medical, ancillary and ambulance services, as well as travel, life, car and home insurance, and retirement planning and lifestyle management services.

As part of the international Bupa Group, Bupa Australia draws on the strength and expertise of an international healthcare leader. The Bupa Group covers over 10 million people in more than 200 countries and provides other health and financial services to many more millions of customers around the globe.