I'm raising funds for people with dementia!
The loss of Dad still perplexes me. He had led a full and active life; he was an astute and respected surveyor, a supportive, beautiful father, loving husband, and a valued member of the Bowral community. He was diagnosed with dementia in 2017 and he died in October 2019, at the age of 75.
The New York Marathon is going to be a huge personal challenge for me, but nothing compared to living the life he led in the end.
I'm raising funds for dementia to help further research into its complexities, onset, and treatment for those living with the disease. To do this, I need your help!
Please make a donation to support my efforts and help me reach my goal.
All funds raised will support the work of Dementia Australia
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I did the marathon … and thank you 🏃♀️➡️🫶
Thursday 6th Nov Hello everyone, I just wanted to share my elation to have competed and completed the New York marathon on Sunday 2nd November 2025. It was an amazing experience and very emotional, as it has been my year long goal. The money you have all helped me raise, has gone to Dementia Australia, however I will make sure, it goes to further research of Dementia. 😊Thank you to my Supporters
$263.75
Richard Howes
$211
Shane And Nicole Harman
$33.15
Libby Mckew
What a challenge - good luck Jo
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Lynne Craft
Go well. Congratulations. Enjoy Lynne and Hugh
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Allison Cox
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Anonymous
$211
Todd Handy
Inspiring challenge! Good luck!
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Greg Sly
Well done Jo!!
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Robert Hitchcock
Go for it Joanna. What an awesome achievement and such an important cause. Well done.
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Sound Advice
Go get ‘em Jo !! Run like hell… It’s a great cause,so very close to home. All the best Ness, Norm, Harry & Hugo and all at Sound Advice
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Francesco Balestrieri
run run Joanna
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Anonymous
Run for your life, Jo! May the wind be behind you. Dementia Australia gets an annual donation from us but we're more than happy to support your courageous effort. Love from Mary and Anthony
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Helen H
Good luck Jo. A great cause and very important to raise funds for research and support for people impacted by dementia
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Luca Bisa
Good Luck :)
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Elvira Tanfara
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Nim Hehir
😇
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Pete &netto Xx
An amazing effort for great bloke. Your team will support you all the way.
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Jane Lowe
So good! Great cause! Your Dad will be with you 💕
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Anonymous
Love you xxx
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Claudia Gunning
Good luck on the marathon Jo. What a great cause
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Bisa Goup
The whole team is cheering for you Jo! Run Forrest Run!
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Ron Parker
Hope you have a great run Jo
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Pauline Duncan
What an awesome cause and an amazing personal goal. I am sure you will do well.
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Sam Bisa
Go Mum! Love you
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Kate Fuller
Great work Jo!!
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Angela Powell
Go Josie, such an important and cause close to our heart. Xx
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Jeanette Gasson
Great cause. Enjoy the after glow!
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Pg
Brilliant work Jo
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Charles Sleiman
Good cause to support: Dementia care and research
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Dave Taylor
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Barbara Edmonds
Good luck Jo
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Jane Sheumack
Good luck Jo! 🤗🌟
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James Kilmartin
Amazing cause and inspiring challenge 😊
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Stephen Byron
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Schmidt Quarries
Fantastic work Jo!
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Mark Da Silva
Good luck Jo. Great cause. Can’t wait to hear how you go
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Dimitri Nikias
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Anna Weatherly
forza Jo! Anna and Chris
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Julia Taylor
Well done Jo x
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Ann Gill
Your Dad would be bursting with pride darling Jo.xx
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Penny Hanan
🥰
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Kyles
❤️❤️❤️
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Kirsty Last
Huge effort - Jo good on you x
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Melissa Coggan
In bocco a lupo!
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Anonymous
Go Jo . Great cause
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Mark And Danae Mcdonald
Peter would be so proud of you doing this Jo. Train hard and he will help guide you home!
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Billy Harding
Go girl love your commitment
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Andrew Turnbull
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Ross Beames
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Ian And Cate Simpson
Inspirational Jo. You will shoot those NY lights out xx
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Todd Wills
Great stuff Jo! Good luck on the run. Todd, Gen and Team
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Anonymous
All the best! Such a great cause!
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Rebecca Setchell
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Francesca Astolfi
Such a great cause Jo, forza!
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Gabrielle Gangitano
What a wonderful cause Jo. I am sure that your dad will be with you every step of the way.
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Min Qian(helen)
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Kate, Ariana And Zali
Dementia is a condition that impacts so many families and needs far more research and support, so we’re delighted to support you in this meaningful and personal challenge. We have no doubt you’ll smash the “dash” in NY. Buona Fortuna Jo!
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Lindsay Edmonds
Hope that this helps in some way… awesome effort on this
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Bianca Motherway
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Anonymous
Good luck
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Capcorp Group
Great event and a great cause! Go Jo!
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Kate Glennon
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Anonymous
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Jo Dowse
Such a worthy cause Jo Jo!!!
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Theresa
Forza Jo! Che fatica stupenda che stai facendo. Un abbraccio.
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Jodie Giugni
Brava Jo! So many have been touched by this disease. A fitting tribute to your dad who no doubt will be with you every step of the way.
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Kathie Griffiths
Good luck Jo, although I’m confident you won’t need it! thanks for raising awareness. x
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Campbell And Annie Korff
Go, Jo! What an amazing challenge for a great cause. Good luck!
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Giuseppe Bisa
Good luck
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Lisa Hansen
Run Jo Jo Run!! So impressed with your ability to run a marathon. You are a beautiful sole, raising money for a great cause, in memory of a very special person. All the best for the event. Love Greg and Lisa xx
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Alisa Honeyman
We are proud of you Jo. ❤️ Alisa and Hunza
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Johanna O’rourke
Love your work, Jo. Your Dad would be so proud of you. Love, Dave and Jo
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Shannon Craft
In bocca al lupo
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Emma Gracey
Enjoy the run Jo. Such an achievement and such beautiful words about your beautiful Dad. Xx
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Ann Walker
Well done, l look forward to hearing about your journey.
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The Gillys
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Dan Rankin
Great cause Jo! Well done and good luck
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Lil And Billy Harding
You got this Josie!!! All the best - bit more than a “dash” and hope we find some answers to this awful disease on the way xx
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Kate Dawson
Great cause jo.
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Dion Bisa
You are incredible Joey!
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Sophie Kilmartin
You are amazing Jo!
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Team Bisa
We’re so proud of you Jos. Run baby run!
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