Help me take a stand against blood cancer
For 45 years, Nonno Fred has had his trademark moustache. It's been part of who he is for so long that none of us can imagine him without it. If you know him, you know the moustache.
Last year, our family experienced the unimaginable when we lost our beautiful Joseph unexpectedly. The heartbreak has changed us forever, and while nothing can take away the pain of losing someone so loved, we wanted to do something meaningful in his memory.
This year, a group of our family and friends are taking part in the World's Greatest Shave. To show his love for his grandson and to support families facing their own battles, Nonno Fred has agreed to do something many thought would never happen—after 45 years, he's shaving off his beloved moustache.
For some, it's just facial hair. For us, it's a symbol of love, remembrance, and doing something that matters. It's a small sacrifice made with a very big heart.
We're shaving in memory of Joseph, whose life touched so many people and whose memory will stay with us forever. We hope that by raising funds and awareness, we can help support others facing blood cancer and contribute to research that gives families hope for the future.
Any amount – big or small – will make a real, tangible difference.
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Thank you to my Sponsors
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Jimmy & Hellen Panarello
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J & M Callipari
Always happy to support a good cause
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Giacinto Quarisa
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Roclee Auto Electrics
Go Fred !!!
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Fernando Rombola
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Glenn Tanti
$1,000
Liftek Australia Chaise Staltare
$691
Anonymous
$540
Compare George, Comare Tonetta And Comare Sandra
Will have to have a selfie with you when your moustache is gone so we can make memories for our history book.
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Michael & Caron
$540
Kevin & Melanie Absolom
We are so proud of you xx
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Saverio Rombola
$500
Jln Contractors Justin & Liz Nair
$322.50
Anonymous
$269.13
Ralph Helen Raff Sofia Mallamace
May Joseph’s memory be eternal.
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Charles & Sylvana Micalizzi
WELL DONE FRED, THIS IS VERY SPECIAL 🙌
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Rebecca & Nick Lombardo
♥️
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Anonymous
$200
Frank & Mimma
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Raffaele, Emilia And Tuscan Panebianco
Always happy to get behind a great cause… Well done Fred! 🫶🏽
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Severino Family
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Dom & Elle Amato & Family
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Frank Nardi
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Ross Webster
Looking younger well done Fred !!
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Pina & Fred Ciccia
always in our thoughts and prayers joseph
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Anonymous
Well done Fred.
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Sam And Sue Sergi
Always in our hearts
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Tony & Phyllis Scarfone
Hi Fred, Joseph is always on our mind and in our hearts. Love cousins Tony & Phyllis Scarfone
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Anthony And Irene Panebianco
💙
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Andrew Costa
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John An Debby N
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Damon & Tayla Mazzarolo
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Ron Dalla
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Domenic &mari Macri
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James Panebianco
😍
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Bob And Viv Bellato
I will need a photo of your bald lip.
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Vito & Kayla
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Chris & Natalie Stucci
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Daniel Quarisa
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John & Lorraine Vitucci
Ferruccio I won’t recognise you.!! Well done our dear friend. X
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Domenic And Frances Ammendolia
It’ll grow back Fred 😜
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Maria Pirrottina
Can’t believe it’s coming off! We’re proud of you Fred xxx
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Andrew Salvestrin
Awesome job Fred 💪
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Erin Fisher
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Total Electrical Group Pty Ltd
In loving memory of Joseph ❤️ Such a beautiful way to honour a truly special person who will always be loved and remembered. Fred, after 45 years, there couldn’t be a more meaningful reason to lose the famous moustache! Love always, the Di Bella Family ❤️
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Anonymous
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Mary Trimboli
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Barry & Yvonne Turnell
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Carla & Matthew Talia
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Christina Pagano-alvaro
Hi Fred It’s Christina from Sydney. I think that’s a beautiful way of keeping young Joseph alive in spirit and sharing this important charity to everyone. All the best with the raise and I hope you achieve what you are hoping for.
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Wally And Sue
Thinking of you and Rosanne and family 💔😢🙏💙
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Mario And Cathie Petulla
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Rosemary Timpano
Hi Fred Very kind of you to do this to help the foundation raise money to fund future research to hopefully find a cure . Well done . Regards Rosenary Timpano (Pagano) Sydney rosemary timpano (Pagano))
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Kevin And Liz Purtell
Go Fred ! 👏👏👏
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Catherine Bruzzese
Such a beautiful thing to do Fred, in memory of your beloved grandson💙🙏
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Marin Family Xx
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Keeno Jumping Castle
such a beautiful young Man Joseph ❤️ he loved to chat and play cards with us ❤️ the thought of his smile makes me smile ❤️
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Amy Proudford-nalder
Love to your beautiful family from us - we shared many weekends karting with Joseph and still honour his memory.
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Anonymous
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John Di Bella
Well done. Great cause!
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Mel Dunn
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Helena Strano
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Kristian Santolin
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Jonny Dal Broi (C)
$4,090.01
Rocco Freddie Domenic Agostino Furore
$2,458.28
Jensen D
$2,145.45
Charlie D
$1,101.06
Nayt D
$567.04
James Enrico Michael Dal Broi Bianchini Mallamace
$5,045.80
Charlie B
$1,573.12
Sunta Torresan
$1,362.18
Fred Bianchini
$16,429.59
Glenn Christianne Michaela Tanti
$1,125.14
Chad N
$566.18
Max Mangano
$530.18
Zac I
$1,101.49
Johns Gals
$2,028.26
Bray A
$620.87
Michael S
$5,862.93
George N
$590.24
Jack N
$579.27
Graham F
$402.53
Frank Scarfone
$10,550.75
Your support is changing lives with the Leukaemia Foundation
50 years of supporting Australians with blood cancer
The World's Greatest Shave is the flagship fundraising initiative of the Leukaemia Foundation, Australia’s only dedicated blood cancer charity. This iconic campaign helps us continue to provide wraparound blood cancer care for Australians with blood cancer.
And with blood cancer rates continuing to rise, our work is far from over. Fuelled by our community of patients, carers, healthcare professionals, researchers, specialists, and supporters like you, we’re committed to continuing our work in providing life-changing support services, funding groundbreaking research projects, and advocating on behalf of patients and families.
