Beloved Australian personality and our stunning July cover girl Sarah Murdoch is relishing her role as ambassador of the Murdoch Childrens’ Research Institute. Sarah gives us a 60 second snap shot into her life, marriage and family.
You are the Ambassador of the Murdoch Children’s Research Institute, what does the institute do?
The Murdoch Childrens is the largest child health research institute in Australia with over 1000 researchers investigating many childhood conditions including diabetes, obesity, depression and premature birth.
What does being the Ambassador involve for you?
Because MCRI is located in Victoria many Australians aren’t aware of the institute and its breadth of work. I have made it my goal to increase awareness of the institute, of the importance of research, of how much research impacts our everyday lives, and to raise funds for the institute.
What struck you about this particular cause?
Obviously there is a strong family connection. It was Lachlan’s grandmother, Dame Elisabeth Murdoch, who was instrumental in establishing the institute. After visiting MCRI for the first time I could see directly the benefits of research and, myself being guilty of taking these things for granted, I felt compelled to help wherever I could.
What is your favourite travel destination and why?
The Whitsunday Islands. I am always amazed at how well Australia preserves our natural environment. To me, it is heaven there.
Three things that make you tick?
My children, personal achievements, love.
You never leave home without…
My blackberry!
What’s your motto (s) in life?
“The only thing necessary for evil to triumph is for good men to do nothing.” Edmund Burke
Book that changed your life?
As a child I read and reread Enid Blyton’s “The Faraway Tree”. I was mesmerised by the idea that anything is possible.
What do you wish you had more time to do?
Read.
Food you allow yourself to indulge in?
Chocolate Mint Slices. Every day!
Favourite thing to do on a lazy Sunday?
No such thing as a lazy Sunday any more! The kids are full of energy first thing. But we love it.
Most memorable career point to date?
Having the honour of speaking on behalf of the National Breast Cancer Foundation at The National Press Club.
