About Me
Hi! I’m Hayley Young – mum to four wild, wonderful boys, wife to my best friend Sam, and a proud small business owner here in beautiful Port Macquarie. Life is full and chaotic, but it’s ours – and we wouldn’t have it any other way!
Sam and I juggle a few businesses with big dreams of building a future for our boys that’s full of adventure, love and memories. As a family, we’re always on the go – beach days, camping trips, outdoor mischief – anything that keeps our boys busy (and gives me a chance to tire them out!). But when I need a moment to escape the chaos of wrestling matches and endless chatter about "bum bums" and "poo poos", you’ll find me hiding out in my girly sanctuary, The Curve Collective – my boutique and dress hire business that’s become my creative outlet and passion project.
I was born right here in Port Macquarie and let’s just say… I was a spirited teen (some might say a right royal ratbag!). After moving away to study, love brought me back to the golden sands of Port – and 17 years later, I’m still here, building a life and raising my family in this amazing community.
This fundraiser is deeply personal to me. I lost my dad when I was 17 years old, and 19 years later, we lost my baby brother-in-law. I know first-hand the pain, grief and lifelong impact that comes from losing someone you love. Cancer is one of those cruel diseases that has touched us all – whether it's someone close to us or someone we know. This event is a way to come together, raise vital funds, and honour those we’ve lost and those still fighting.
Now let’s talk about the dancing. When I was first approached, it was a very big NO. I mean, I cannot dance to save my life (although… give me a few wines, throw on a 90s/00s playlist, and suddenly I am Beyoncé). But here we are – my arm got twisted, and with a beautiful dance partner to save me from myself, and I’m all in.
So please, be kind to me, people! I’m here to have a laugh, make a bit of a fool of myself, and support a cause that truly matters. I may not have the moves – but I can bring a good time.
Give me an F, give me a U, give me an N… hint hint on the genre and because that’s what this is all about – FUN for a cause close to all of us.
Thanks for the support, and see you on the dancefloor!
