Cancer Council WA joins forces with Bunnings Warehouse to raise funds for this year’s Daffodil Day

Bunnings Warehouse may be famous for its fundraiser sausage sizzles, but it is set to be involved in a different type of appeal this week.

The hardware chain is teaming up with Cancer Council WA to raise funds for cancer research in a non-edible form.

As part of this year’s Daffodil Day Appeal, bunches of the bright yellow-flowered plant will be available to purchase from stores in Bunbury, Busselton and Australind over the next week.

South West regional education officer Julie Rose said it was more important than ever to support the work of cancer researchers because of less funding being available in the current economic climate.

“Despite advances made in research and improving survival rates for many cancers, we know that almost one in two Australians will be diagnosed by the age of 85,” she said.

“Thanks to investment in research over many years, amazing advancements have been made in cancer prevention, screening and treatment — helping to increase survival rates from almost 50 per cent in the 1980s to just under 70 per cent today.

“By supporting Daffodil Day, you will help us invest in cutting-edge, lifesaving research to give Australians hope for a cancer-free future.”

The bunches can be bought at the Bunbury store on Thursday and Friday between 9am and 4pm, the Australind store on Thursday between 9am and 1pm, and the Busselton store on Saturday between 9am and 2pm.

They will also be available to purchase at Dot’s Place on Forrest Avenue on Friday between 9am and 3.30pm.

Times are approximate and are until the daffodil bunches are sold out.

An estimated 13,000 people in WA are diagnosed with cancer each year.

This year is the 37th year Daffodil Day has taken place, with the Cancer Council hoping to raise $2m through the appeal.

For more information, visit daffodilday.com.au.