I'm rocking the chop on 12/05/2026
A Cut for a Cause Close to My Heart
Did you know that 1 in 2 Queenslanders will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime?
I am taking part in the Ponytail Project on May 12 alongside my cohort in honor of my grandma on my mums side, who passed away in September last year after an inoperable malignant brain tumor was discovered. I also want to remember my cousin, who passed as a teenager, and my grandpa on my dads side, who passed away in May 2014 from mesothelioma.
Cancer has affected my family in a very personal way, and this is a meaningful way for me to give back and support others going through treatment. Donating my hair is a small act that I hope can help someone feel more confident, while also raising awareness and funds for cancer research.
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!
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
$97
Anonymous
$57
Peter Murphy
Good Luck with your fund raising!
$215
Shannon Mellor
Amazing work Sophia!!
$62.24
Fischer Family
Congratulations! Your new look suits your beautiful face! Incredibly brave!
$54.84
David Williams
A great job Sophie!! Dale & David, Tasmania
$54.84
Helen James
Love your work dear Sophia. Love Helen J ❤️
$54.84
Bridget Nunan
I am so proud of you Fifi!!!!!
$33.87
The Sullivan’s
What a wonderful gesture ! X❤️✔️
$2.67
Freya Gervais
yay fifi! so proud 🥰
$69.92
Cummings Family
Go Sophia! Super proud of you xx
$50
Hannah Chan
$54.84
Jennie O'neill
$20
Zak
Well Done, your grandmother would be so proud of you.
$65
Anonymous
$33.87
Cathy Bissett
A beautiful tribute to your loved ones Sophia x
$106.12
Jessica Richardson And Fam
Thank you for doing this! What a great initiative! Can’t wait to see the new look post chop! Love from all your Canadian cousins:)
$33.15
Naomi Brett
$62.24
Rukmani Hart
What a special way to honour your family. You are going to rock the chop!
$211
James Micko
Rock the chop kiddo!
$11.80
Fiona Owen
$100
Sandy & Phil Pickford
Well done Sophie. We are proud of you.
$30
Juliana & Guillermo
❤️❤️❤️
$62.24
Strain
what a wonderful cause
$28.43
Anonymous
Your awesome!
$60.87
Liv Fridolf
So proud of you, you are going to rock a bald head and still be absolutely beautiful
$215
Anonymous
Thank you for accepting the challenge, raising awareness and supporting those going through treatment. I am sure you and the team will rock the chop.
$515
Tony Desr
Proud of you Sophia for supporting such a worthy charity.
$54.12
Frankie, Rufina And Maz
Rock it Sophia
$70.62
Alison Fonti
$162.75
Anonymous
Gal, we’ll miss ur luscious locks, but you will ROCK IT 😎
$54.84
Doug Price
$54.84
Alex Bruton
Go Sophia! Very proud of you.
$54.12
Dallas
Losing lovely locks!
$28.43
Alia Kaderbhai
At 17, when most people are trying desperately to fit in, you chose courage instead. We’re very proud of you - well done! Alia, Adam, Naila, Zayden & Cookie
$54.84
Anne Pyle
$106.12
Heidi Adams
I’m so proud of you. Your willingness to give something so personal for a cause you believe in says so much about your heart. You’re amazing, and I love you dearly.
$28.43
Allie Godfrey
Well done Sophia ❤️
$106.12
Bianca Mckay
You're a super star Soph xx
$1.02k
Katie O’rorke
May your “locks of hope” help those living with cancer, those new to the journey, and those yet to be diagnosed. In loving memory of Mum 💖 and so many others who also lost their battle.
$54.84
Kate Laherty
I love how you are honoring your beautiful granny ❤️
$62.24
Chris Paschalis
Well done Sophie
$106.12
Fiona Maher
Wonderful commitment Sophia.. Lots of Love Uncle Danny and Aunty Fi
$57
Mick Bala
Good luck tomorrow Sophia! Love your work x
$11.80
William Kent
$118.45
Billingsley Family
Bold/bald effort No-Phia! .. a cause close to our hearts.. granny would be so proud. Xx
$315
Richard Koch
$57
Steve Hunt
Great effort Sophia.
$62.24
Julie Alderson
What’s great cause.
$106.12
Mlane Field
$80.96
Digby Warren
CONGRATS A GREAT CAUSE
$11.80
John Harding
Good Luck
$54.84
Irene Parker
$70.62
Tina Burgess
Well done Sophia, your Grandma would have been so proud. You look beautiful with or without hair.
$1.5k
Don O'rorke
$6.90
Hattie Gray
Pee pee poo poo fart
$70.62
Kate L
Amazing fundraising effort! 👏👏👏
$215
Anonymous
Bald and beautiful, what a fitting tribute xxx
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What a great cause and congratulations Sophia.