The Milkshakes for Marleigh National Tour in 2025 celebrates the gift of time. Milkshakes for Marleigh founder and “Heart of Women Awards, Woman of the Year 2025,” Kate Fisher, is hitting the road for a National Book Tour to share the stories that prove your blood donation is the ultimate act of humanity.
A Mission That Hits Home
For those who have followed Marleigh’s journey, you know that blood and plasma donors are the reason she is with us today. Diagnosed with Seronegative Paediatric Autoimmune Encephalitis, Marleigh relies on regular plasma infusions to survive.
But as Kate discovered, Marleigh is just one of many. One in three Australians will need blood in their lifetime, yet only one in thirty donate. Kate’s bestselling book, Milkshakes for Marleigh: Extraordinary Tales of Survival Thanks to Australian Blood Donors, was written to bridge that gap—turning statistics into stories of survival, love, and “extra years.”
“This book is a letter of gratitude. If you’ve ever donated blood, you might be responsible for one of these lives. I want you to see the faces and hear the voices of the people you’ve saved.” — Kate Fisher
Where to Catch the Tour
Hosted exclusively by Dymocks in 2025, Kate will be visiting major cities to sign books, meet donors, and share the stage with some of the incredible people featured in the book.
| City | Location |
| Perth | Dymocks Hay Street |
| Adelaide | Dymocks Rundle Mall |
| Melbourne | Dymocks Collins Street |
| Sydney | Dymocks George Street |
| Brisbane | Dymocks Brisbane City |
A call for new donors
Historically, blood stocks dip during the holiday season and early weeks of the year. By attending a tour stop or picking up the book, you aren’t just supporting a local author—you’re joining a movement to end critical blood shortages in Australia.
The “Milkshake” Impact:
- Learn the Stories: Hear from recipients like Olympic legend Michael Klim and actor Samuel Johnson.
- See the Impact: Understand how plasma becomes “liquid gold” for children like Marleigh.
- Take Action: Join the Milkshakes for Marleigh Lifeblood Team and track the lives we save together.