Cancer stories and news

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

There are many types of clinical trials designed to improve outcomes for people at every stage of cancer. 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

Cancer Council Victoria was proud to welcome Dr Giota Mitrou, Director of Research, Policy and Innovation at the World Cancer Research Fund (WCRF) International, to our Melbourne office following her participation in the World Cancer Leaders’ Summit. Read more

Aberfeldie Primary School had double the reason to celebrate this year, as they marked 100 years of educating local children and 21 years as a proud SunSmart School. Read more

A gift in Peter's Will became the Ann Thomas Cancer Research Fellowship, set up to support breast cancer research – a cause close to the family’s heart. Read more

Liver cancer is the sixth most common and fastest growing cause of cancer related death in Victoria, and yet it is highly preventable. Read more

Callaway Golf teed off a partnership with Cancer Council for The Longest Day golf challenge, launching a limited-edition daffodil-branded Callaway Chrome Tour Truvis golf ball. Read more

A partnership between Dilmah Tea and Cancer Council goes far beyond brewing the perfect cup. Read more

Professor Karla Hutt is finding ways to protect young women and girls undergoing cancer treatment – ensuring the impact of cancer at a young age does not dramatically affect their health and wellbeing later in life. Read more

Food for Health Alliance is advocating for policy reforms to improve diets and prevent obesity in Australia, with a strong focus on children’s health. Read more

Thanks to the ongoing generosity of Freemasons Foundation Victoria and our dedicated supporters, we’re making significant progress in our goal of equitably eliminating cervical cancer in Victoria by 2035. Read more

In July 2025, Australians began seeing a little extra inside their tobacco packs – Health Promotion Inserts with positive messages and practical tips to help them quit smoking. 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