News and MediaDecember 10, 2009 Olivia's Great Walk TV documentary on Ch 10 Australia 12 noon December 26Tune in to watch inspirational cancer survivors join Olivia Newton-John and a host of stars in "Olivia’s Great Walk", on the 228 kilometre trek across the Great Wall of China to raise awareness, hope and funds for cancer care and research. September 25, 2009 The Olivia Appeal named main beneficiary of the Melbourne Cup Carnival 2009 Olivia Newton-John will perform at Melbourne Cup this year, singing the national anthem. Her Cancer and Wellness Appeal has been nominated as the main beneficiary of the Melbourne Cup Carnival's pin and win fundraiser. You can join in the fun and purchase your pin to support the appeal; and go in to the draw to win $100,000 worth of prizes. December 4, 2008 Olivia's new ambassadors for Cancer and Wellness Centre AppealFellow walkers Sir Cliff Richard, Leeza Gibbins and Sigrid Thornton have stepped up their commitment to help Olivia's Cancer and Wellness Centre Appeal - accepting an invitation to become ambassadors for the Appeal. August 25, 2008 Dannii Minogue takes on new role for cancer and wellnessDannii Minogue said she fulfilled a lifetime’s dream meeting her childhood idol Olivia Newton-John, who was her inspiration for getting into show business. The pair bonded when Dannii joined Olivia’s Great Walk cancer fundraiser in April 2008. Inspired by Olivia’s cause, Dannii has accepted the star’s invitation to work with her as an Ambassador for the Olivia Newton-John Cancer and Wellness Centre Appeal. July 22, 2008 Olivia Newton-John and FriendsMore than $100,000 was raised at the "Olivia and Friends" gala fundraising concert for the Olivia Newton-John Cancer and Wellness Centre Appeal, at the Sydney State Theatre on 30th September. July 7, 2008 Watch behind the scenes interviewsVisit www.ConversationsWithRobyn.com for in depth interviews and behind the scenes stories with team walkers Olivia Newton-John, Sigrid Thornton, Sir Cliff Richard and more as they share their personal journeys during the Great Walk to Beijing. May 20, 2008 Dannii visits Cancer Centre and says - Don't Give UpArriving at the Austin Hospital it was great to see friends from the Great Walk to Beijing. How different we all look in civilian clothing! I bear hug everyone! May 13, 2008 Olivia and friends release album to better cancer researchOlivia Newton-John has recorded a new album of duets to inspire people touched by cancer, and to raise money for the Olivia Newton-John Cancer Centre Appeal to better cancer research and patient care April 29, 2008 Great Walk Diary- April 29th- Day 23They hit the final stretch emotionally charged and determined. Diane Heavins Diary- April 29- Day 23We did it! April 28, 2008 Great Walk Diary- April 28th- Day 22A new band of spiritual warriors took to the track today, the last formation of the group as it heads to Beijing for the finale.
No Internet Access Diane Heavins Diary- April 28- Day 22I’m taking a couple days off from blogging April 27, 2008 Great Walk Diary- April 27th- Day 21Last Day of Stage 5: Sharing stories of survial with Sunrise April 26, 2008 Great Walk Diary- April 25rd- Day 19Yesterday was a day off for the walkers but not for Olivia and our kitten Austin Ludwig, who became something of a TV star appearing with Olivia on Fox TV in the US. April 25, 2008 Diane Heavins Diary- April 25- Day 19More pics day 19 Diane Heavins Diary- April 25- Day 19 ET Online: Walking the Great Wall for a Great Cause Entertainment Tonight covers The Great Walk to Beijing April 24, 2008 Hiu’s Thoughts to ShareChina Breast Cancer Goodwill Ambassador - April 22, 2008 Great Walk Diary- April 23rd- Day 17Final part of stage 4- sad goodbyes, a spoilt kitten and big questions asked about cancer Diane Heavins Diary- April 24- Day 18Room Service :-) Diane Heavins Diary- April 23 & 24- Day 17 & 18I'm not joshing ya! April 23, 2008 Diane Heavin's Diary- April 22 & 23- Day 16 & 17Encouraging News! Great Walk Diary - April 22nd - Day 16Robyn Walker lost her father to cancer two years ago, her mother died during her father’s treatment. This is why Robyn wants to contribute to our mission to change the world. April 22, 2008 Great Walk Diary - April 21st - Day 15Olivia placed a written message in the wall for Nancy and Jim Chuda, friends of hers who lost a daughter to cancer at the age of 4. Diane Heavin's Diary- April 22- Day 16April 21, 2008 Diane Heavin's Diary- April 20-21- Days 14 & 15No S'mores or Hot Chocolate :-( Great Walk Diary - April 20th - Day 14The hospitality and the attention being paid to the Great Walk to Beijing in Shanxi province are extraordinary. April 20, 2008 Diane Heavin's Diary - April 18-19th - Day 12/13Internet access terrible-on our way to camp! Great Walk Diary - April 19th - Day 13There were some new stories on the wall today: Liz Morrissey was a close friend of Belinda Emmett who sadly fell victim to breast cancer, Kirk Pengilly’s dad passed away in 2002, Layne Beachley lost her stepmother to cancer in 2004. April 19, 2008 Diane Heavin's Diary - April 18th - Day 12Just a quick blog today to tell you thank you! Great Walk Diary - April 18th - Day 12A new energy has infected the group as there is a determination to achieve the 5 million dollar target to see the Olivia Newton-John cancer and wellness centre become a reality. April 18, 2008 Great Walk Diary - April 17th - Day 11Today is a rest day and walkers realise how far away from home they really are, in a a very different culture and country. April 17, 2008 Diane Heavin's Diary - April 17th - Day 10/11Refreshed and ready to rock and roll… Great Walk Diary - April 16th - Day 10Olivia shares the sad news from John Easterling that his sister in law Vivian passed away just 45 minutes after he made it home to Florida. April 16, 2008 Diane Heavin's Diary - April 15th - Day 9I’d like to share a few stories from home that have touched our hearts… Great Walk Diary - April 15th - Day 9Everyone here is undergoing a personal journey whether they like it or not.
April 15, 2008 Great Walk Diary - April 14th - Day 8Dannii Minogue brings a new, inspiring energy to the group. April 14, 2008 Great Walk Diary - April 13th - Day 7A tearful Olivia and John receive news from the US that his sister-in-law does not have long to live. Diane Heavin's Diary - April 14th - Day 8Another great day in the Gobi! April 12, 2008 Great Walk Diary - April 12th - Day 6Just when they thought they had it all worked out comes - the Gobi Desert! April 11, 2008 Great Walk Diary - April 11th - Day 5The Walkers Reflect on Stage One Diane Heavin's Diary - April 11th - Day 5Go Curves! We’re in the lead! April 10, 2008 Great Walk Diary - April 10th - Day 4 Buoyed by the team meeting last night the team took to its morning assignment with fresh enthusiasm. They were heading towards the sea this time on another gruelling stretch of this incredibly daunting wall. April 9, 2008 Great Walk Diary - April 9th - Day 3 The walkers awoke with groans and aches and pains, so much so that the medical team called for a review of the days’ plans. April 8, 2008 Sunrise: Cross to Johanna Griggs on the Great Walk to Beijing.Great Walk Diary - April 8th - Day 2The Great Wall of China is a truly magnificent structure, that’s why it boosts the Chinese national economy by attracting millions of foreign tourist dollars every year. When Olivia Newton-John and her team returned to the wall early this morning the novelty of visiting the Great Wall of China had well and truly worn off. April 7, 2008 A Current Affair: Live Cross from the Wall with Olivia to Tracey GrimshawDay 1 of the journey Great Walk Diary - April 7th - Day 1A colourful greeting party of locals welcomed Olivia’s team to the base of Great Wall and a chorus of singing, dancing and drumming set the walkers on their way.
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