Nicole Batzloff

Nicole Batzloff, from Laffos Bar and Pizzeria, is bringing her vibrant energy and bubbly personality to the 2025 Dancing With Heart event, and she’s ready to dazzle the crowd!

Known for her infectious energy, Nicole is a true crowd-pleaser, and it’s no surprise that she’s stepping up to dance for such a worthy cause.

Nicole shared, “In 2009, my mum suffered a massive heart attack. I was with her at the hospital when the nursing staff did their best to stabilise her.

“They were not able to stabilise Mum, and (very unconventionally) she was taken to Townsville on a CQ Rescue chopper in an unstable condition.

“I had to stay behind…It was so scary.

“Fortunately, Mum was operated on in Townsville, receiving six stents, and she is still with us today.”

This experience opened Nicole’s eyes to the vital role of the Mackay Hospital Foundation, which fills the gap when state government funding doesn’t meet the needs of local healthcare services.

“When state government funding does not meet the demands of our health services here in Mackay, the Mackay Hospital Foundation is the community’s fundraising organisation that bridges the gap.

It’s not only worthwhile, it’s vital.”

Now, Nicole is thrilled to be a part of Dancing With Heart, drawn to its lively and energetic atmosphere, while also supporting the Mackay Hospital Foundation.

“I am so excited to be dancing in the 2025 Hospital Foundation’s major fundraising event, Dancing with Heart. It’s such a great, fun, and positive event with fantastic energy behind it.

Nicole’s enthusiasm is contagious, and she’s asking for your support! Your donation will directly contribute to improving healthcare services in the Mackay community, helping to ensure that others don’t have to face what she her family did.

Despite sore knees from practicing so much, Nicole is determined to hit the dancefloor and she’s ready to strut her stuff.

“I’m going to need a big applause!”

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