The Ermelo Memorable Order of Tin Hats (Moths) and residents of Ermelo sprayed and shaved their hair in support of cancer awareness at Ermelo on 27 March.

According to Mr Gerrie Oosthuizen, chairman of the Moths in Ermelo, the club tries to make it an annual event, but they are also willing to assist whenever there is a need.

Messrs Sarel Coetzer and Hans de Wet, two Moths members, organised the Cansa Shavathon.

Ms Karin van der Merwe shaved her hair and numerous residents spray-painted their hair in support of cancer awareness.

Mr Oosthuizen said the event aimed to recognise cancer fighters and survivors.

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“When someone is fighting cancer, 90% of the trauma also affects the family of the fighter,” Mr Oosthuizen said.

The club raised money for cancer fighter, Teagen van Wyk (4) and his family to assist them with their medical bills. The Van Wyk family were the guests of honour at the Shavathon, as well as Ms

Ita van Dyk who is also battling cancer.

Local business and organisations came together and contributed money and goodies for Teagen.

Ms Van Dyk and Ms Maggie van Wyk, mother of Teagan, extended their gratitude to the Moths Club and everyone who played a role.

“Thank you to all the donors who helped to make the event possible,” Mr Oosthuizen concluded.