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Fashion for Batten - 2026

30 October 2026

On the 12th September, Phyllis Parker (92) held another one of her dazzling fashion parades at Mt Gravatt Tricare Retirement Village, where she and her partner now reside. There were about 70 guests in attendance, mainly residents of which some also participated as models!

The afternoon consisted of parading a wide collection of fashion and categories included Formalwear, Race day, Smart casual, with the highlights being Wedding dresses past and present. There was a strong interest in raffles and a delightful afternoon tea that was enjoyed by all. It was a great success with lots of questions and awareness raised about Batten Disease. Total funds raised was $1,700.

Phyllis is mum to Karen Gregg, our Vice President and grandmother to Georgia (Batten Angel) and Callan (CLN3 warrior). Karen shares that she has always been a tremendous support for their family and has a passion for sharing her love for fashion and aiding Batten Disease research.

"Mum has always had a keen interest in fashion and was a dab hand with a sewing machine- in fact spending her early years as a seamstress. She has also been a keen collector of vintage clothes ( long before it became fashionable )."
 
Phyllis has held fundraisers in the past - Trivia nights, craft stalls and fashion parades - to benefit not only Battens but other charities as well.
 

An inspiring story that you are never too old to make a difference!

You can read the original story in 2024 [ here ]. 

Some photos below of the 2026 event. 

Photo: Phyllis (seated) with some of her fashion models