Zara Paterson

I'm rocking the chop on 14/09/2026

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

$61.36

Linda Walsh

What a great girl you are

$63.51

Heidi R

Amazing you are doing this Zara xx

$28.81

Giselle And Gill

You crazy 🤪 legend, Zara!

$72.06

Adam Maynard

Go Zara

$106.75

James And Simone Paterson

$106.75

Brian Shanahan

Hair today, gone tomorrow… but for a very good reason! Well done Zara!

$34.40

Maura Penn

$72.06

Cathy Smeeton

You are supporting a great cause Zara. Xx

$55.95

The Storriers

Awesome thing to do Za ♥️

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