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3 April, 2023
Make Jade your choice
Miss Australia finalist makes last preparations for Gold Coast event
MISS Australia Pageant finalist Jade Mancini has been focusing her last weeks in Cairns on fundraising for breast cancer as she prepares for the final.
Ms Mancini will travel to the Gold Coast from April 19-23, where she wants to “represent Cairns and inspire young girls to go for their dreams”.
She now wants to encourage locals to vote for her in the People’s Choice category before the final.
“Every vote counts,” Ms Mancini said.
“I’m the only girl from Cairns representing Far North Queensland in the pageant, and I want to represent the region on stage.”
As the countdown to the final begins, Ms Mancini is focusing on fundraising for breast cancer and promoting herself to locals to get support for her trip to Hope Island.
“I’m excited, but there are so many things to get done,” she said.
Through crowdfunding and the support of Cairns locals and even visitors, I’ve booked my makeup artist and his accommodation.
“We’ve put together a ‘Celebrate’ hamper with champagne, local items and vouchers donated by local businesses in Port Douglas, and the funds raised were going to book my makeup artist Shane Troy.”
Mr Troy, who Ms Mancini describes as her angel, is a local makeup artist with over 20 years of experience in all areas of makeup through his brand Shane Troy Makeup.
“All Miss Australia Pageant finalists have to fundraise for the National Breast Cancer Foundation, and it’s an honour to help this cause.
“Part of the competition is to give back; it’s not all about wearing nice dresses but doing something important and raising money for a good cause.
“Breast cancer affects many lives of women (and men) around Australia; approximately 57 Australians are diagnosed daily.
“My goal is to raise $500; we’re putting together a pink hamper with self-care products and a bottle of rose to fundraise.”
Ms Mancini said she was honoured by the support of the community.
“Locals always support the community, and when they find out you’re the only girl representing Cairns and FNQ in the Miss Australia pageant, they really want to support you,” she said.
Although the journey has been challenging, receiving her sash made it all worth it.
“I opened the mailbox, saw my package, and did a little happy dance,” Ms Mancini said.
To support Ms Mancini and to vote for her in the People’s Choice award, visit www.jadelaurenmancini.com.au
