Well, after some friendly banter with some patrons of the Maffra Community Sports Club, who would have guessed I would be here prepared to shave my beard off which I have had for nearly 50 years.
The challenge was not hard to refuse, knowing the proceeds will be going to the Royal Children's Hospital Appeal. I have fundraised for the appeal for well over 30 years with my association with the Maffra Fire Brigade.
Good Friday - 18th April - 5.30pm at the Maffra Community Sports Club - the beard will be coming off. Come down, enjoy a beer and a few laughs as we raise some money for the kids.
We have set a goal of $10,000 which I hope will get smashed.
I am asking local businesses and residents of Maffra and the surrounding area to come onboard and support me by donating to this wonderful cause.
My wife Robyn, kids and grand kids have never seen me without my beard, nor have most of the local residents. So please dig deep, make a donation and support my fundraising event.
Well done Phil