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4 December, 2025
Footy legend commends local survivors
AN Australian Rules Football icon was in awe of panel of local men sharing stories about their health journeys as part of an information evening on Monday night focussed on prostate cancer. Four time VFL/AFL premiership coach David Parkin OAM was the marquee drawcard for ‘Blokes in the Bush’ at Alexandra Oval, an initiative driven by Ararat’s Blue Ribbon Foundation branch to raise awareness about the importance of regular prostate health checks, and about the resources and support available for men battling prostate cancer.
Ararat Rural City Mayor Bob Sanders (right) welcomed Australian Rules Football icon David Parkin to town for 'Blokes in the Bush' at Alexandra Oval on Monday, an event to raise prostate cancer awareness.
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