Adam Gilchrist AM

The Peace of Mind Foundation are extremely proud to welcome another outstanding Ambassador.

Adam is renowned for his outstanding cricket achievements and is regarded as one of the best wicket-keeper batsman in history. He is often considered as one of the most exciting batsman to have ever played the game.

Adam’s sportsmanship on the field is renowned. He is equally renowned off the field for his decency, integrity and compassion. Qualities that resonate closely with our Foundation.

Adam supports the Peace Of Mind Foundation to raise awareness of the devastating impact of brain cancer to patients and families. A disease that is close to his heart.  His cousin continues to suffer significant impairments and challenges as a result of disease and treatments from high grade brain cancer.

Aesha Scott - Reality TV Personality

Aesha recently appeared in Channel 10’s ‘I’m a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here’, making it to the finale and coming in third place. Aesha is a reality and media personality best known for her role on the hit reality franchise ‘Below Deck.’ 

Scott was a fan-favourite on seasons four and five of ‘Below Deck: Mediterranean’ and season one of ‘Below Deck: Down Under’, on which she will soon return for season two. Known for her entertaining antics, sidesplitting sense of humour and unmistakable voice, Scott has fast become one of the most popular stars in reality television.

Born in Tauranga, a small coastal city in New Zealand known for its gorgeous beaches and mountains, Scott grew up the middle child in a family of six children. She faced adversity at an early age and lost her brother, Reuben, who died from a brain tumor.

Please help me in making a difference to the lives of people with brain cancer!

Emily Cooke

At just four years old, Emily was diagnosed with brain cancer, an incredibly serious disease that is every family’s worst nightmare.  

Her journey from diagnosis to life now as a fun loving and curious nine-year-old who loves the beach and surfing, has presented many challenges, from regular treatment, countless medical appointments and adjusting to a life dramatically different from other children.  

A keen cricket fan and much-loved student at Geelong Lutheran College, Emily has been incredibly generous in giving up her time as an Ambassador for Peace of Mind Foundation.  From media interviews to designing Peace of Mind t-shirts, Emily’s brave and resilient nature is truly inspiring. 

Em also has volunteer advisory positions with Camp Quality and Kid's Plus.

Throughout it all, Peace of Mind Foundation have walked alongside Emily and her family to provide practical care, support, compassion and community.  

Watch more on Emily’s story 

Allison Cooke

A mum to 3 beautiful children, Lucas, Emily and Hannah, the Cooke family's world was turned upside down with Emily being diagnosed with brain cancer at the age of five in 2017.  Since then, she has worked tirelessly to support her in the challenges that arise from a serious diagnosis.

Allison juggles the demands of working part time, studying, caring for Emily, volunteering in the community as well as everyday family life. She is returning to further study at Deakin University for a Graduate Diploma in Counselling and also volunteers as a member of the Camp Quality Advisory Committee.

Peace of Mind Foundation Ambassador Allison Cooke is acutely aware of the need to raise awareness and support for families, having received ongoing care and support from the organisation over the last few years. 

Hugo Long

Brain cancer can strike at any age and sadly in the case of baby Hugo, his diagnosis was discovered at just 11 weeks old. Incredibly, he had a rare and aggressive brain tumour which had limited treatments options and a dire prognosis.

For Hugo’s parents Brooke and Ollie, what started as an uncomplicated and happy start to life with a little one, very quickly turned into a nightmare.

“It's broken our hearts seeing Hugo battle the toughest battle but we have had Peace of Mind next to us, understanding and supporting in every brutal part of the journey. From speaking to the team who understand our circumstances, counselling services, financial support and to have the advocacy support that has completely changed the course of Hugo's quality of life we will forever be grateful.  Brain Cancer has taken so much from Hugo's tiny life, but the support Peace of Mind have provided every step especially in our returning home after frontline treatment.”  

Elaine Carbines AM

Elaine Carbines AM (BA Monash, Dip Ed Monash, GAICD, FIPAA (Vic)) is the former CEO of G21 – The Geelong Region Alliance, a position she held for ten years.  G21 is the Regional Strategic Planning Committee covering the municipalities of Greater Geelong, Surf Coast, Colac Otway, Golden Plains and Queenscliffe in Victoria, Australia.

Elaine’s career has been diverse. Before entering State Parliament, she worked as a humanities teacher in Victorian State Schools and Elaine was elected as the Member for Geelong Province. During this time she held the position of Parliamentary Secretary for Education and Environment.

Following her parliamentary career, Elaine worked as the Manager of Strategic Relations at Parks Victoria from 2007-2010. During this time Elaine led many community engagement processes for Parks Victoria including the redevelopment of Portarlington and Queenscliff harbours, the Great Otway National Park masterplan and the Twelve Apostles visitor centre.

In 2020 Elaine was awarded as a Member of the Order of Australia for her significant contribution to the environment and conservation.