Rachel Lewis

I am fundraising for my beloved sister Danielle Crossman, who lost her battle with a rare form of Thyroid Cancer at just 46 years old.

The Kosi Challenge is an annual event hosted by Rare Cancers Australia (RCA) to raise awareness and much-needed funds for Australians diagnosed with a rare, less common or complex cancer each year.

In March 2024, I will be climbing 2,228 metres above sea level to reach Australia’s highest point to help RCA. I’ll be joined by Dani’s daughters, husband, as well as my parents, siblings and cousins in what is now an annual family event to celebrate Dani.

One hundred per cent of funds raised through the Kosi Challenge goes towards the important work of RCA's Patient Support Team.

From helping patients to access specialists and treatments, through to delivering support groups, connecting people with services and providing financial assistance particularly in times of crisis, Patient Support is at the heart of what RCA does.

RCA is a Federal Government-classified Health Promotion Charity. All donations over AU $2 are fully tax deductible.

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Thank you to my Sponsors

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Rachel Lewis

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Theodora Paraskevopoulos

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Menaka Prabhu

Dear Rachel and family, I won’t be able to join you on the challenge as I’ll be overseas, but will be there in spirit as you walk for this very important cause, and one that also means so much for your family. Kind regards Menaka

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Madeleine

Safe journey Rachel!

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Valerie

You rock !!!! Am not sure I can be there this year but I will be thinking of you all and of all the ones that are not with us anymore xxx

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Georgina Arnold

Expecting a record time this year!!! Enjoy it all. X

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Maureen Davis

In memory of all those loved ones no longer with us

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Mel M

All the best to you and the family! You are all legends!

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Jen Gentle

Best of luck Rach. Will be thinking of you ❤️

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Zoe Armstrong

For the entire Lewis fam

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Nick Muljadi

I wish i could join you this year!

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Gaile Croarken

Such an important cause, obviously very special to you & your family.

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Patricia Kerr

Done .all the best .have a safe time ⏲️

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Jessie Brennand

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Glen Jonatan

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Carly

Well done aunty Rach! Love Ava

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Michelle Dutkiewicz

Keep up the amazing effort! Your sister would be so proud.xx❤️

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Mark Gibson

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Sara Brand

Good luck to my beautiful cousins walking this year. Danielle would be so proud of you all (& think you’re crazy lol) 🤣💖🙌💖 xxx

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Jenny & Jim Lewis

Good luck

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Kelly Sheargold

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Emma West

Good luck for your walk Rachel ! A great cause and very personal for you X

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Anonymous

Am so sorry for the loss of your sister Rachel. No doubt your sister inspires you in your life and daily work! I hope that your memories bring you comfort and that you have a wonderful day when you climb Mt Kosciusko, together with your family. It sounds like an amazing way to honour your sister’s life, and also raise much needed funds. Thinking of you. April

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