He said he wanted to give "a big thank you" to everyone who had supported him with donations as well as Wilson Bros who would be doing the shave.
To make a donation go to Mr Beattie's page at https://doyourthing-wbp.everydayhero.com/nz/zhev.
Tomorrow is also Daffodil Day, the annual fundraiser for the Cancer Society. People can donate to the street appeal or online at www.daffodilday.org.nz, text HOPE to 469 to donate $3, or visit any ANZ branch.