Delivering comfort to those who need it most March 23, 2023 Over the past five years, Smartways Logistics have been quietly delivering joy and happiness to kids at 33 hospitals across the eastern seaboard.
Community Diamond netballer and osteosarcoma survivor socking it to sarcoma March 16, 2023 Two driven young women have raised over $200,000 to support pioneering Australian research into childhood cancer.
Families Clinical trials can be lifesaving – and you’re helping make them possible March 02, 2023 At just three weeks old, Toby was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer called infantile fibrosarcoma.
Research Moving one step closer to all children surviving cancer February 17, 2023 The Zero Childhood Cancer Program (ZERO), which has been supported by The Kids’ Cancer Project since 2015, is being expanded to all Australian's aged 0 to 18 years with any type of cancer.
Families Dino and friends: more than just cuddly bears February 13, 2023 At just five years old, Mariette’s daughter Milan was diagnosed with a rare type of kidney cancer known as Wilms’ tumour.
Community Say K'day! February 01, 2023 K’day is a special day to bring workplaces, schools, families and communities together to have fun, reconnect and most importantly, raise awareness and funds.
Community Super Sentis – Brisbane Company Takes on Write a Book in a Day Challenge January 31, 2023 A huge thank you to the wonderful team at Sentis for taking part in the challenge, and of course for raising $900 to help support research into more effective treatments for childhood cancer.
Research World first guidelines created January 20, 2023 The study which developed the revolutionary clinical guidelines was co-funded by The Kids’ Cancer Project, led by researchers from the Murdoch Children’s Research Institute, and endorsed by the Australian and New Zealand Children’s Oncology Group.
Community Owen Finegan’s Christmas Message 2022 December 14, 2022 Over the twelve days leading up to Christmas, we will be celebrating some of our incredible community and partners, by looking at the impact they are helping us make on childhood cancer.
Families Millie and her life-saving sisters October 31, 2022 When a cancer battle meant young Millie was down and almost out, her brave sisters stepped in to bring her back from the brink.
Families The bear that shows people care October 17, 2022 In hospital with her seriously ill three-month-old son, one mum was given a comforting sense of support from, of all places, a teddy bear.
Community Case study | Serco Facilities Management August 30, 2022 Serco Facilities Management (formerly Facilities First Australia) have partnered with The Kids’ Cancer Project since 2018 providing incredible support throughout various fundraising initiatives most notably, the annual national Write A Book In A Day competition.
Families “You really can make a difference” August 29, 2022 For a parent watching their brave child go through the kids’ cancer experience, the journey is almost unimaginable. Fortunately, there’s plenty that other families can do to lighten that load.
News Australia Has Voted. What’s next for Brain Cancer? August 18, 2022 The Kids’ Cancer Project is looking forward to collaborating with the new Minister for Health, the Hon. Mark Butler MP.
Research ‘iBounce’ back to good health August 18, 2022 iBounce is a distance-delivered digital education program that encourages children to get physical following their cancer treatment.
Community 12-Year-old writes her own book! July 12, 2022 12-Year-old Shivani writes her own book to help kids with cancer
Business & Corporate Case study | Vuly July 11, 2022 Working closely with organisations to support and help children and their families is one of Vuly’s core values and with the prevalence of childhood cancer within Australia, Vuly were honoured to have the opportunity to partner with the Kids’ Cancer Project.
Business & Corporate Case study | WOTSO July 11, 2022 WOTSO was a proud supporter of the Better Challenge in 2021and are hoping to come back bigger and better than ever in 2022!
Families Beary comforting cuddles May 27, 2022 Families who receive The Kids' Cancer Project bears share their heartwarming testimonials.
Families Harper’s journey May 04, 2022 In March 2021, when she learned her beloved daughter had a life-threatening brain tumour, a mum made it her mission to raise the profile of childhood cancer.
Families Winning for Zach April 21, 2022 Raffle winner Sue explains why she supports The Kids' Cancer Project in her own heartfelt words.
News Modernising sarcoma therapies: Right treatment, right time April 06, 2022 The Kids’ Cancer Project is funding powerful research by Dr Emmy Fleuren. She’s bringing sarcoma treatment into the future.
Community Imogen’s Lose Your Locks Story March 10, 2022 Six-year-old Imogen lost her locks to raise money for childhood cancer research.
Business & Corporate Case study | Lorraine Lea IMPACT March 07, 2022 Lorraine Lea continue to their generous commitment to supporting childhood cancer research.
Brain cancer Making childhood brain cancer walk the plank March 01, 2022 Pirate Day 2022 is supporting research into one of the deadliest brain cancers, DIPG.
Families CJ's story February 17, 2022 CJ’s treatment journey was brightened by The Kids’ Cancer Project bears.
Families Jamie’s story February 15, 2022 Young Jamie's world was turned upside down after being diagnosed with childhood cancer.
Business & Corporate Case Study | The Bromic Better Challenge February 09, 2022 The Kids’ Cancer Project is proud to partner with Bromic for another exciting year of innovative fundraising.
News Exercise oncology: Better health for survivors February 04, 2022 Lauren Ha hopes to decrease late effects by promoting physical activity in survivors.
Research A new international trial for Ewing sarcoma patients January 27, 2022 An exciting new international clinical trial for patients diagnosed with Ewing sarcoma.
News Kids’ cancer research cleans up January 12, 2022 Sirron Holdings Group and Taren Cleaning Supplies announce multi-year partnerships with The Kids’ Cancer Project.
Leukaemia Behind the science: Hitting cancer where it hurts December 22, 2021 While various forms of leukaemia have seen their survival rates blossoming thanks to powerful research, others are harder to treat.
News Changing of the guard December 21, 2021 The Kids’ Cancer Project announces Doug Cunningham’s decision to step down from the charity’s Board of Directors
News Exciting new cancer research grants announced December 15, 2021 The Kids’ Cancer Project announces successful 2021 PdCCRS grant recipients.
Brain cancer Behind the Science: Research brings hope December 14, 2021 Dr Dannielle Upton hopes to change survival outcomes for one of the deadliest childhood cancers.
News This is how you Christmas December 10, 2021 The Kids’ Cancer Project Christmas fundraising luncheon raised $205,000 to help children with many different types of cancer.
News Summer Golf Day 2021 wrap December 04, 2021 Making the most of easing COVID-19 restrictions, The Kids’ Cancer Project's golf day raised vital funds for chilhdood cancer research.
Research Research update | Reboot Kids December 02, 2021 Developing positive food habits after cancer treatment can be the difference between a fit future and illness issues.
Brain cancer Behind the Science : Improving brain cancer survival outcomes November 30, 2021 A research project targeting one of the most aggressive childhood cancers aims to give cancer cells less opportunity to hide.
Families Harper’s journey November 09, 2021 Young Harper's journey with a life-threatening brain tumour has set mum Meagan on a mission to raise awareness.
Community A life saved by science November 08, 2021 Orlando beat the odds thanks to a clinical trial of a new treatment.
Families CJ's story October 26, 2021 The raw reality of kids’ cancer treatment can leave parents with ongoing scars.
Community BLD wrap up 2021 October 22, 2021 Be inspired to hold your very own Bloody Long Day for childhood cancer research.
Families Jamie's story October 18, 2021 Jamie's cuddly companions were there for him at a time when he needed them most.
Community Blue Bottle family refuses to give up October 17, 2021 A family continue to honour their daughter’s legacy despite COVID restrictions.
Families Adelaide's story October 13, 2021 Hope lies in research for children like Adelaide, living with the debilitating side-effects from cancer treatments.
Community Australia, you did BETTER than imagined! October 12, 2021 Stats incredible! The Kids’ Cancer Project thanks all who got involved in The Better Challenge 2021.
News Call for investment in life-saving science October 06, 2021 The Kids' Cancer Project seeks major investment for its seasonal matched giving appeal.
News Solving the problem of unacceptable toxicity in treatment October 05, 2021 When is the long-term toxicity of cancer treatment too great, and what can be done? Associate Professor Rachel Conyers is part of a team providing the answers.
News Winners of $2.6M in grants announced October 01, 2021 The Kids’ Cancer Project announce the winners of the FY22 grant round
Community Captain Australia’s Big Walk September 27, 2021 Superhero up for science and support Captain Australia’s Big Walk as he treks the East Coast with nothing but the essentials.
News Better medulloblastoma treatments urgently needed September 20, 2021 The devastating impact of childhood brain cancer is recognised every September as part of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.
Families Love for Lexie September 08, 2021 Lexie's family honour a promise they made to her - to celebrate her life every day.
Leukaemia Real world hopes for lab research September 08, 2021 Dr Kotecha aims to establish a full circle, with lab research translated back to the bedside.
Community Better for Bradley September 06, 2021 Tanya and her family are going the distance in The Better Challenge for her son Bradley and kids just like him.
News Greater purpose: The secret to business success August 24, 2021 The people from law firm Colin Biggers & Paisley don’t do fundraising by halves.
Families Cooper's story August 15, 2021 After spending many long days and nights in hospital, the Pacey family are advocates for change.
Families Jamie's cuddly companions August 11, 2021 Young Jamie's furry friends have been an important source of support throughout treatment for cancer.
Community Vote for our local heroes August 10, 2021 Meet two finalists in the Westfield Local Heroes community grants program who are helping kids with cancer!
News FY2022 Grant Round Open August 09, 2021 Applications for medical research grants through The Kids’ Cancer Project are now open.
Business & Corporate My Birthday Teddy & The Kids’ Cancer Project August 06, 2021 Childhood Cancer Awareness Month collaboration between The Kids’ Cancer Project and My Birthday Teddy™.
News Ambassador profile | Michael Milton OAM August 04, 2021 Michael’s left leg was amputated when he was nine years old due to cancer. His lived experience is helping him to help others.
News Significant support for seed-funded research July 30, 2021 The Kids’ Cancer Project had the foresight to initiate and fund the C4 Group.
News Anti-cancer drug shows promise July 07, 2021 Funding from The Kids' Cancer Project has led to an exciting discovery of a new generation drug to help children diagnosed with brain cancer.
News Attcall announce charity partnership July 06, 2021 The earthmoving, excavation and demolition business has commited to support bold scientific research to help kids with cancer.
Community Generosity is good for you July 05, 2021 Experts say that giving regularly is all part of a healthy lifestyle.
Community Zayden’s unbe-leafable fundraiser July 01, 2021 Five-year-old entrepreneur Zayden is learning the joy of helping others through fundraising with his own little business.
News Big bids help kids with cancer June 30, 2021 Businesses and individuals alike got behind The Kids’ Cancer Project’s end of financial year online auction making it a roaring success!
Business & Corporate Case study | Attcall Civil Contractors June 28, 2021 Driving a brighter future for kids with cancer.
Research Behind the Science: Professor David Thomas June 24, 2021 This oncologist and researcher shares the motivations behind his significant work in the development of AYA oncology.