Kirsty Boag | Hunter Coastal Lifestyle
I’m Kirsty, 39 years old and soon to be 40 by the time the launch party rolls around! I wanted to do something memorable for my 40th year, and I honestly couldn’t think of anything better.
By day, you’ll find me working with the teams at Hunter & Coastal Lifestyle Magazine and Newcastle Weekly. I’m passionate about supporting local businesses and the people who make our community so special.. No two days are ever the same, and that’s exactly what makes me love what I do!
My most important role is being a mum to Christian and Annika, and wife to Charles. After spending two amazing years living in the UK and travelling across Europe whenever we could, we’re back home and making the most of every weekend exploring our own back yard in the Hunter. We love to travel (even local staycations) and adventure any chance we get. You’ll usually find us sipping coffee at our favourite cafe in Singleton, exploring the beautiful Hunter Valley or soaking up the sun at one of our gorgeous local beaches
We are truly blessed where we live! .
My motivation for wanting to be part of Stars of the Hunter began back in August 1998, the first time I truly understood the impact of cancer. My mum’s best friend, who was like an aunty to us lost her battle with breast cancer at just 49 years young. It was also the first time I ever heard about the Cancer Council. From that moment on, Mum began a special tradition every year she would buy daffodils on Daffodil Day.
For many years after that, we were lucky. The “C word” didn’t touch our lives again until my uncle was diagnosed with bowel cancer and lost his battle in 2022. He was one of the strongest men I knew, someone I never thought anything could bring down. Losing him was heart breaking and a reminder of how cruel this disease can be.
On the 1st of January 2023, we arrived in the UK for what was meant to be a new adventure. Little did I know it would also bring some of the hardest moments of my life. Six months into our trip, Mum went for a routine mammogram and was diagnosed with breast cancer. It broke my heart to have to help her fight from afar, but she faced it with incredible strength and positivity.
Just two months later, my sister-in-law also received a breast cancer diagnosis. I thought, that had to be it. But life had other plans. While preparing to travel to Portugal, I got a message from a dear friend back home, in her early 40s, with a new born baby, telling me she had cervical cancer that had already spread. through various parts of her body. She is still fighting today, and she is nothing short of amazing.
The worst was yet to come only three days later. I woke up to another message, this time from my best friend (37 at the time). We were both living overseas, meant to be having the time of our lives. She told me she had been diagnosed with stage 4 bowel cancer. After a brave and hard-fought 8 month battle, she passed away just days after I returned home in February. I will forever be grateful that I got to give her one last hug. She truly kept her promised and waited for me.
When I was first asked to do this, my instinct was to say no (I can't dance) . But then I thought of all the beautiful souls who have gone through hell and those who are still fighting today, and I remembered some of my best days were spent dancing and laughing with my best friend.
Five minutes of discomfort or embarrassment on my part will never compare to what these beautiful people have gone through.
My reasons for buying daffodils have grown over the years. They no longer honour just one special person, but all the people I love who have faced, or are still facing, cancer.
I'm truly hoping I can make a difference.
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High tea at Voco
Content Queen!
Voco High Tea
Kirsty Invites you to High Tea at Voco!
Join the celebration and support Kirsty Boag’s journey in the Cancer Council Stars of the Hunter with a beautiful high tea for a cause.
Set against the elegant surroundings of Voco, this special event promises an afternoon of connection, laughter and food, whilst raising funds for Cancer Council.
Guests will be treated to a stunning Voco high tea, delicious wine and a range of thoughtful touches designed to make the day memorable.
Ink & Snow will be there creating live drawings as keepsakes pieces to take home, while guests can also enjoy exciting raffles, fantastic prizes and a gift bag on arrival.
Kirsty, Account Manager for Supply Media, Newcastle Weekly and Hunter & Coastal Lifestyle is currently taking part in the popular Stars of the Hunter, where local personalities learn to dance and perform to support cancer research, pervention and support services.
With more special details still to be announced, it’s shaping up to be a truly memorable afternoon.
“I am hoping it will be one of those beautiful days that will be truly memorable for everyone,” Kirsty said.
“It’s an event where people can enjoy a high tea together while supporting a good cause.
“With Mothers Day right around the corner, I wanted to create an event that celebrates mums without taking the focus away from them – something they can enjoy with friends and family.
“I really hope it becomes a special day for everyone who comes along, and I’d be incredibly grateful for the community’s support of the Cancer Council.
“I am so excited to see it all come together.
“It’s shaping up to be a really fun day.
“I’d love people to come along, dress up, enjoy some delicious food and wine, and be part of something meaningful.”
Purchase your tickets here!
https://bit.ly/high-tea-at-voco-stars-of-the-hunter
The Blank Canvas Project
Pilates in the Vines
Pilates in the Vines
Tap Tok
Launch night
Thank you to my Sponsors
$3.34k
High Tea @ Voco
$2.64k
Jets In Business - Golf Day
$1.52k
School Of Infantry Singleton
Thanks Kirsty for your amazing effort to help the community
$1.32k
Pilates In The Vines
$1,000
Camping With Wilso
You are the kindest, loving, most supportive person in our life and we appreciate you so much.
$515
Nicole Somerville
You are amazing! So lucky to have you part of the team and a wonderful friend.
$426
Blankcanvasproject- Core Pilates Studio
$410
Bunnings Raffle
$400
Mum & Dad
To the best daughter in the world! We love you. Thanks for being so much cooler than BRAD You did it! I can’t wait to watch you dance.
$315
Blankcanvasproject - Pilates In The Vines
$264.25
Wendy And Trevor Wilson
You are doing an awesome job, Kirsty. Well done. Good luck with the dance xx
$263.75
Rachael Martini
You are incredible! Goodluck With it all, you will do amazing xx
$225.05
Laura Jackel
You are an inspiration! Thank you for putting yourself out there to raise money for a cause so close to so many hearts. Xxxx
$200
Blankcanvasproject- Noah’s On The Beach Newcastle
$200
Blankcanvasproject - Singleton Square
$158.25
Susanne Boag
What a great achievement! I hope you are having the best time while also being so amazing 🤩
$106.12
Deanne Portelli
Great cause, good on you Kirsty!
$106.12
Maureen Wright
Congratulations beautiful lady
$106.12
Carol Dewey
Thanks for doing this Kirsty xxx
$106.12
Les & Dawn Boag
Congratulations for all your wonderful effort and we hope you enjoy the Dance.
$106.12
Noel & Danielle Reitano
$106.12
Alysia Stewart
❤️
$106.12
Lanc3
Get it !
$104.92
Matt Ling
Well done Kirsty, amazing work.
$100
Sam And Brad
We love you and we are so proud of you
$100
Jordan Higgins
$80.25
Ellie Brown
Such a beautiful cause, you'll smash it Kirsty!
$75
Blankcanvasproject- F45 Singleton
$54.84
Kat, Wine Fairy
Well done Kirsty!! Such a great cause! Amazing achievement! 💕
$54.84
Kelly Mashford
The work and effort you have put in for this cause has been incredible. Amazing achievement Hun ❤️
$54.84
Meg Fox
You’re amazing!!!!
$54.12
Mcfarlane
Good on you ❤️
$54.12
Alya, Brendan, Claire And Gabe Reid
Killing it gf! We love you!
$54.12
Kate Squires
For Danica 💜
$54.12
Ella Roberts
Such an important cause and touching story, wishing you so much success on this amazing adventure!!!! 💛
$54.12
Byron Phillips
Your doing a great thing here, keep up the good work.
$54.12
Jessica Oates
You have the kindest heart, always giving so much to everyone in your life 🩷 we are here supporting and cheering you on for such a special cause!
$54.12
Sue Woodward
Thankyou Kirsty. X0
$54.12
Rod Thompson
Hoping it's more Dancing Queen than the Safety Dance haha All the best, lovely :-)
$54.12
Rebeka Lambrinakos
You’re doing such amazing work ❤️
$54.12
Christian Boag
So proud - Love you mum
$54.12
Annabel Gresham
You’re a legend! What an incredible cause - amazing.
$54.12
Katie Jones
Amazing work
$54.12
Leanne Clements
$54.12
Anonymous
$54.12
Katie, Simon, Jasmyn, Tyler & Lily Bramley
❤️❤️
$54.12
Mark Mudie
$54.12
Izzy Schwartz
$54.12
Peter Flower
$54.12
Paul Van Den Ende
Well done Scooby.
$54.12
Imogen
You’re amazing and so inspirational! Cannot wait to see you hit $10,000 and dance 💗🕺
$54.12
Steph Simpson
So happy you've already smashed the 5k goal and looking forward to seeing you reach the next goal!
$50
Chrissie Garvey
This is amazing girl 💛
$50
Lorraine & Roly 🐾
$40
Blankcanvasproject - Mum & Dad 💛
$32.43
Amanda Metcalfe
Beautiful work ❤️
$28.43
Haidee Russell
$27.81
Imogen 💗
Love your amazing work!! Excited for the Easter raffle 🐰
$27.81
Daisy, Grayson & Keeley
$27.81
Tegan C
Thanks for supporting a great cause.
$27.81
The Marcelinos
Amazing cause, good luck!
$27.81
Darren Griffiths
Well done to your lovely daughter for doing this for a great cause X
$27.81
Lana Hahesy
Best of luck - amazing cause! Looking forward to seeing the dance moves.
$25
Kazza
Go shake what ya Mama gave ya! Proud of you ❤️
$25
Lex Bremner
❤️❤️
$22.58
Josh Lawlor
You're smashing it! 💃🏻
$16.80
100 club/ Donations / Raffle