Community
21 March, 2025
Stepping up for melanoma
AFTER beating a six-year battle with melanoma, 39-year-old Kayleigh Sorensen is stepping up to save lives by encouraging the community to join the Melanoma March tomorrow to raise funds and awareness on early detection.
Ms Sorensen’s life changed during a hairdresser’s appointment six years ago when her hairdresser spotted a mole that didn’t look right. Her first GP said it was just inflamed, six months later her hairdresser once again prompted her to get it checked out.
The diagnosis was a stage 2 melanoma. After surgery and experimental treatments, Ms Sorensen has her melanoma in remission but she’s joining the Melanoma March by the Melanoma Institute Australia this Saturday to raise awareness about the importance of skin checks and early detection.
The march takes off from the Funship Playground on the Esplanade at 4pm, registrations are still open.
“This is my third year doing the Melanoma March, so far I’ve raised $465, and I’m aiming for $1000,” Ms Sorensen said.
She is hoping for a lot more than the 30-40 people of last year.
To register or donate to the Melanoma March, visit
