Leila Furness

I'm rocking the chop on 17/09/2026

I’m rocking the chop to put a stop to cancer!

Did you know that 1 in 2 Queenslanders will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime?

I’m taking part in Cancer Council’s Ponytail Project campaign to raise funds that will support Queenslanders impacted by cancer.

Throughout the year, I’ll be growing my hair as long as possible, alongside peers all across Queensland, before chopping off my ponytail and rocking a brand new hairdo. Every ponytail chopped will make a difference to the lives of people affected by cancer #chopforchange.

All funds raised will go towards cancer research, prevention programs and support services. This means everything from transport to get cancer patients to and from their medical appointments, to assisting childcare facilities to keep kids safe from the sun.

I know that I can help create change.

Will you support me?

You can find out more about where your donations go at ponytailproject.com.au/about-cancer-council.

Thank you!

Kind people are my kind of people!

My Achievements

Confidence is your best hairstyle! You look great, now conquer the day!

You've raised $1000! Congratulations legend!

Online squad, tick! You are now an online super star #PonytailProject

Halfway there! We believe in you

#PROUD! You have reached your fundraising goal! You are inspiring!

Congratulations! By raising $5000, you're officially a Chop Superstar!

Thank you to my Sponsors

$67.80

Maxx Benoit

Should’ve done the mohawk

$34.40

Simon Croese

From Koyuki

$30

Anonymous

$34.40

Anonymous

Such a beautiful act of kindness Leila.

$25

Rara

GOOD JOB LEILA IM SO PROUD OF YOUUU LOVE YOU LOTS ps go bald queen

$23.81

Anonymous

$106.75

Graeme And Prure Langsford

Another great kind effort. Well done xx

$34.40

Ayfer Shah

MA SLUTTY BROWN EYES

$106.75

Craig Smith

Well done kiddo!

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