Aviators organised their very own version of the Great Bake Off this month, tantalising tastebuds for a worthy cause.
Supporting Australia's Biggest Morning Tea, 23 Squadron raised much-needed funds for the Cancer Council, inviting individuals to submit baked or homemade goods and enjoy the delights at a group morning tea.
Nearly 7 out of 10 Australians diagnosed with cancer today will survive more than five years past their diagnosis. RAAF Amberley Base Warrant Officer Liz Crean is proud to say she is one of many such survivors in Defence.
Having been diagnosed with breast cancer in 2017, Warrant Officer Crean is an avid supporter of the Cancer Council, and coordinated the Great Bake Off alongside 23 Squadron Social Club as a way to raise awareness and support.
"There are not many people I know who have not had their lives impacted in some way through cancer," Warrant Officer Crean said.
"Nobody's got time for that. This is my way of giving back, adding some friendly competition within the unit and boosting morale."
23 Squadron happily made time to support the cause and raised over $500 for vital research, support services, prevention programs and advocacy.
The hotly contested bake off drew 14 entries from across the squadron, with Leading Aircraftwoman Michaela McLennan wowing judges and scooping up first prize with a carefully crafted carrot cake.
Second place was awarded to Corporal Kim Austin's lemon meringue cupcakes, followed closely by 23 Squadron Executive Officer Squadron Leader Kylie Wootton's Cherry Ripe mud cake.
Australia's Biggest Morning Tea is held annually to raise funds and make a difference to those impacted by cancer. The first Australia's Biggest Morning Tea was held over thirty years ago and is an opportunity for the community to support those affected by cancer.
Donations can be made by at Australia's Biggest Morning Tea - Liz Crean
