Sandra Bushby knows all too well the struggle rural people face when trying to receive medical treatment in major city centres.
Having a family member who suffered leukaemia, a cancer of the blood, has left Sandra with a passionate desire to help other families fighting a similar battle.
Her efforts to raise money for the Leukaemia Foundation kicked off in Narrabri over the weekend, with a cake stall bringing in over $470.
In the coming weeks Sandra wil conduct raffles, theme nights, barbecues and many other events to try and reduce accommodation costs for isolated families.
Its part of the Leukaemia Foundation’s U.G.L.Y Bartender campaign (Understanding, Generous, Likeable, You) and every $80 raised pays for one night’s accommodation.
Sandra has been contributing for three years running and doesn’t plan on stopping any time soon.
“I enjoy raising money for a good cause” she said. “I have had a family member who suffered from leukaemia so it’s a personal thing as well.”