First National’s Close Shave

Dural First National is throwing its support behind this year’s World’s Greatest Shave charity, by 'shaving off ' some of the commission from sales made between March 18 and August 5 to boost funding for the vital research into finding a cure for blood cancers such leukaemia. Senior sales agent Adrian Rovere has shown further commitment to the cause by “taking one for the team” and having his luscious locks shaved off during a gala event hosted by Glenorie Bakery.

It was a real family affair with Adrian’s daughter Courtney doing the honours, whilst bakery owner Rob Pirina had great pleasure in shaving the head of his general manager Adrian Membrick.

Adrian said the early response to the initiative has been excellent and, going forward, that will gain momentum as we move closer to August 5. “The reason it is that particular date is because the period is 20 weeks, and that number is in align with this year being the charity’s 20th anniversary.”

Adrian said with everyone touched by cancer in some way, shape or form, it was heartening to be partnering with not only our vendors but also the Glenorie Bakery and the Galston Club, where the very popular secretary-manager James Roberts, has faced his own health challenges. “James is a top notch human who despite facing some personal health battles of his own, is always so very generous with his support of charities.

“The Galston Club, like the Glenorie Bakery, are the heartbeat of the community and the number one meeting place for local residents and visitors alike,” Adrian said.

Adrian said he is hoping this gesture by Dural First National is adopted right across the First National group which numbers up around 500 in both Australia and New Zealand.

Mark Geyer and Adrian Rovere