In December 2023, we sadly lost our wonderful mother, wife and friend Sharon to lung cancer. Cancer, however, was merely a blip at the end of Sharon's otherwise rich and colourful life. 

Sharon was a gentle, compassionate soul, who loved being outside surrounded by nature. From admiring bees in her garden, to traversing hundreds of kilometres through fields of wildflowers on the Camino de Santiago, Sharon always noticed and appreciated the beauty around her. 

Sharon was a teacher, both in profession and nature. She taught us the importance of respecting, protecting and connecting with the natural environment, forever reminding us how lucky we were to exist in a country so rich in biodiversity. She'd regularly collect rubbish whilst on the beach or frustratingly point out an invasive plant on a bushwalk. 

Sharon had always wanted to walk the Camino de Santiago with her family, but fate denied her this. Instead, Sharon's family will walk the camino in her memory this year and lay her to rest along The Way.

In Sharon's honour, we have chosen to use this opportunity to fundraise for Bush Heritage Australia. Bush Heritage works in partnership with Traditional Custodians and landowners to protect and heal Country and its unique wildlife. Our fragile ecosystems are currently under significant threat from climate change, land clearing and invasive species. Funding will allow Bush Heritage to be better equipped to prepare for and adapt to these issues so that we can continue to enjoy our landscapes and wildlife for many years to come. 

Please consider supporting us as we embark on our 900km+ pilgrimage to honour our beautiful wilderness and our beautiful Sharon. 

Many thanks,

Elise, Chrys, Nick, Luke and Demi.