There was a raffle, a door prize and a competition for the best decorated bra, which attendees voted for by placing coins anonymously in the jars standing before the flashy undergarments.

There was a bridal bra, with white lace, sparkling flowers and pearls as well as a matching veil and a posy of white flowers.

Other bras were decorated with bows, fluffy red feathers, glittering, flashing, bouncing bits and pieces to make the scene appear something like a mardi gras.

The voted winner for best-decorated bra was a gorgeous blue number covered in soft, suggestive little balls – the accompanying sign stated ‘Big or small, look after them all’, and encouraged a good chuckle from everyone.

There was a broad mix of backgrounds in those who attended the event – some were survivors themselves, some had lost someone, some were still battling and everyone knew someone who had had cancer.

Despite the unfortunate circumstances through which the group had come together, there was not a sad face, nor a flicker of morbidity, which is what the support group is all about.

Sharon Cousins is a survivor of breast cancer and went on to found the support group in 2001 with Marion North, who also works as a volunteer with the Cancer Council in Busselton.

Ms Cousins insisted the key factor to overcoming breast cancer was to catch it early, which increased the survival chance incredibly.

She was also adamant that younger women be diligent in checking themselves and having regular checks with a doctor as, despite popular belief, breast cancer is not discriminative in who it attacks.

Women young and old, as well as men, can fall victim to it at any time in their lives and should go to a doctor as soon as they notice any changes.

As for recovery and the emotional stamina required to push through, Ms Cousins said ongoing support was crucial and no morbidity was acceptable.

“We want to get well and get on with life,” she said.

She also wished to thank the people in the community who had supported her and the groups, as well as those who came to the morning tea – it was great fun for all, with proceeds going directly to research charities.