Doreen teenager Brendan Rae has avoided cutting his hair for the past 12 months.
But next week, the 15-year-old will farewell his 30-centimetre-long locks to raise money for the Leukaemia Foundation.
Brendan has signed up to take part in the World’s Greatest Shave and has already raised more than $1000.
Money raised will help the foundation’s research into blood cancer, which claims more lives than breast cancer or melanoma.
Brendan will shave his head during his lunch break at school on Thursday, March 16.
The Hazel Glen College year 9 student signed up for the World’s Greatest Shave after a friend took part in the fundraiser last year.
“I wanted to help people. I thought it would be great for me to do it for such a worthy cause,” Brendan said.
“I started with very short hair and haven’t had it cut at all. My mum can’t wait for the hair to be shaved off.”
Brendan initially hoped to raise $250 and is amazed at how much money people have paid in sponsorship.
“My mum suggested $500, which I never expected to raise
,” he said. “I’ve now raised over $1000, which is mind blowing. It’s thanks to the support of my mum and dad’s friends and family.”
To sponsor Brendan, visit my.leukaemiafoundation.org.au/brendanrae
