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A gift for generations to come

Thursday 19 September 2019

Have you ever wondered what legacy you’ll leave behind? Meet Sonia – a retired cancer researcher. Her experiences with cancer at work and in her family inspired her to make a difference for generations to come.

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A life-saving ladies’ get-together

Monday 9 September 2019

For Jennifer, cancer has been a relentless part of life. That’s why she’s passionate about spreading awareness among her girlfriends with Girls’ Night In. She says it’s a nice feeling – knowing she’s played a part in something bigger.

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Cancer nurses calmed my fears

Friday 2 August 2019

Getting diagnosed with Stage 3 ovarian cancer at 32 not only shocked Jayne, but also her doctors.

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"It was good to get away"

Friday 19 July 2019

Georgina and her family were able to put Mark's shocking bowel cancer diagnosis aside during their short break at Inverloch through Cancer Council’s Holiday Break Program.

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Daffodil Day volunteering a bright spot for Lindy

Friday 19 July 2019

It all started 30 years ago. Lindy was a happy, 25-year-old newlywed, then she was diagnosed with ovarian cancer. That’s why she’s been a Daffodil Day volunteer for nearly 15 years.

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Claire with her family.

“Just keep looking forward”

Tuesday 18 June 2019

42-year-old mother Claire “would have come undone” dwelling on the potentially dire outcome of her breast cancer diagnosis. Instead, she decided to fundraise with Run Melbourne.

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Rachael, Aaron and family

Rachael’s final message

Tuesday 4 June 2019

Rachael always thought of others. She knew cancer research was a way to give families more time. – Aaron.

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Rachael and son Riordan

Since you passed in August

Thursday 23 May 2019

Mum, I’m living by what you’ve taught me and am doing well.

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Rachael and Aaron

We shared the same fear

Friday 17 May 2019

Last year Aaron lost the love of his life to cancer. This is the eulogy he never wanted to give.

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Adele with her mum Rachael

A letter to mum on Mother's Day

Friday 10 May 2019

As Mother’s Day rolls around again I want you to know how cherished and admired you are. Adele, 14.

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Jodie and her family on holiday

“If we just accept what is, then nothing changes”

Wednesday 8 May 2019

Cancer has had a massive impact on Jodie’s life. That’s why each year she hosts an Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea at her workplace – because she knows that every cent raised helps drive change.

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How we helped in 2018

How we helped in 2018

Monday 29 April 2019

A cancer diagnosis changes lives. It can be difficult to make sense of it all and find answers to the many concerns that arise. Hear from Kaitlyn about her experience using our Wig Service, just one way we help support patients and families.

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Kirsty with her son

Australia set to eliminate cervical cancer

Wednesday 6 March 2019

This amazing breakthrough is thanks to people like you. You’ve funded life-saving cancer research that’s enabled researchers to find better ways to prevent cervical cancer.  

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Sabrina before her diagnosis

Diagnosed with lung cancer at 29

Friday 1 March 2019

How could I have lung cancer? I’d always been really careful with my health. I have always been fit, healthy and active and never smoked a day in my life.

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Cancer Council volunteers John and Elaine

Valued ‘vollies’ facing personal journey

Thursday 14 February 2019

Once a year, we pay special tribute to all our amazing volunteers including veteran ‘vollies’ John and Elaine. Sadly their work's just become far more personal.

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