Cancer stories and news

Our peer support program is helping families feel supported through their cancer diagnosis and treatment. Meaningful connections are being made to ensure families don’t have to face cancer alone. Read more

A shock cancer diagnosis changed everything for David, but the support from Cancer Council Victoria's Financial Counselling Service proved invaluable to him when he needed it most. Read more

Our Community Advisory Network is helping to bring more “authentic learning” to Monash University courses and students. Read more

At 11, Seamus’ life changed when he was diagnosed with a rare bone and muscle tumour – a diagnosis that would redefine his childhood, now Seamus is the youngest member of Cancer Council Victoria’s Community Advisory Network (CAN). Read more

Through our Cancer Connect program meaningful connections are being made to ensure families don’t have to face cancer alone. Read more

It’s been another significant year in our work against cancer. From ground-breaking research to grassroots community projects and large-scale studies, we’re tackling cancer from every angle, and it’s great to have you with us. Read more

Malcolm Campbell is a lawyer, accredited specialist in Wills & Estates, a proud Cancer Council Victoria supporter and Daffodil Circle member. He has guided countless Victorians through the process of writing or updating their Will. Read more

When Martin lost his mother to cancer as a child, it left a permanent mark on him and his two brothers. Leaving a gift in his Will is a legacy to Martin's mother and what she contributed during her life. Read more

The holidays can be difficult for people living with cancer and who have experienced a major change or loss in their life. These tips aim to help you make the most of this holiday season.

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Nora, who cared for her 71-year-old father when he was diagnosed with advanced stomach cancer, shares the toll caring can take on your mental health. Read more

Every Victorian should have equal access to cancer information and support that they can understand and use. Read more

Through peer support programs such as Cancer Council’s Cancer Connect, people affected by cancer are finding support and connection by speaking to someone who has ‘been there before’. Read more

A lawyer who's part of our Legal Support Program shares her guide to organising your affairs post-cancer diagnosis. Read more

Many Victorians affected by cancer have struggled while dealing with cost-of-living pressures, but support is available. Read more