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Inspiring stories about the scientists, supporters and families united against childhood cancer.

Behind the Science: Professor David Thomas

24/06/2021
This oncologist and researcher shares the motivations behind his significant work in the development of AYA oncology.

The Kids’ Cancer Project launch signature event

23/06/2021
The Better Challenge is a new fundraising campaign to raise funds and awareness for childhood cancer research.

Science | It’s life or death for a child

20/06/2021
For children diagnosed with brain cancer, says ‘mumcologist’ Marion Corbett, research offers the only hope.

New therapy shows promise in future treatment

17/06/2021
A preclinical study has found multiple myeloma is highly sensitive to a newly developed experimental therapy.

Cardio-oncology network to be created nationally

15/06/2021
In an exciting development, a national network of cardio-oncology hubs is set to be created.
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Case study | Paradise Outdoor Advertising

10/06/2021
Doing Good Charity Program. POA used their expertise in out-of-home advertising to improve the lives of kids diagnosed with cancer and engage their staff.

Win-win for netball fans and kids’ cancer research

07/06/2021
Netball NSW and the NSW Swifts continue support of vital childhood cancer research.

KBC360 Live Event

03/06/2021
The Childhood Brain Cancer Symposium was held in May at The Royal Children’s Hospital Foundation. 

Marathon effort to raise money for research

01/06/2021
Chris is making a marathon effort for kids' cancer research, after a late-night phone call turned his family's world upside down.
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Reboot Kids: Recruiting now

31/05/2021
Reboot Kids has created a new program to help families navigate an important element of life post-cancer treatment.
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KBC360 | Occupational therapist Ranita Sidhu

26/05/2021
The Kids’ Cancer Project takes a deep dive into the issues faced by kids diagnosed with this deadly disease.
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Autumn charity golf day

25/05/2021
A wrap up of The Kids’ Cancer Project annual autumn Golf Day sponsored by RAMS at St Michael’s Golf Club, NSW. 
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A team effort

21/05/2021
Owen Finegan reveals how his sporting career with the Wallabies set the stage for The Kids' Cancer Project success.
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Eli’s constant furry friends

20/05/2021
With experts baffled by Eli's incredibly rare tumour, some furry friends have brightened his difficult journey.
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KBC360 | Registered Music Therapist Sarah Punch

19/05/2021
The Kids’ Cancer Project takes a deep dive into the issues faced by kids diagnosed with this deadly disease.
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Case study | Colin Biggers & Paisley

17/05/2021
Focused on the future. A legal firm with a long history of helping communities turns its attention to supporting innovative science to improve the treatment of cancer in children.
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Ava's story

14/05/2021
A tragic experience for this Defence family revealed the desperate need for greater scientific knowledge around childhood brain cancer.
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KBC360 | Medical researcher Dr Raelene Endersby

12/05/2021
The Kids’ Cancer Project takes a deep dive into the issues faced by kids diagnosed with this deadly disease.
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Retinoblastoma Week

12/05/2021
This mum has been fighting for her son’s life and winning.
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Fundraising ideas for primary-school kids

08/05/2021
Check out these low-cost, fun and engaging projects to support your favourite charity. 
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New guidelines released

07/05/2021
New NHMRC endorsed guidelines will help kids live full lives after cancer treatment. 
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2023 Fellowship successful applicants

13/09/2023
With an investment of over $7.9 million, The Kids’ Cancer Project is ensuring that some of the best and brightest young researchers in Australia can further their careers and most importantly, their impact on childhood cancer research. Read more about the recipients here.

Thank you for helping Dr Wylie fight sarcoma relapse

01/09/2023
Tragically, sarcoma will return for one in three children even after surgery to remove the cancer - this high rate of relapse after treatment is a major cause of fatality. But with your kind support, Dr Ben Wylie and his team in Western Australia are developing a ground-breaking new treatment aiming to change that.

Your Cancer Project newsletter - Spring edition

11/09/2023
Read how your support has helped save lives and is pushing kids' cancer research further than ever before.

“All we had was hope.” − How your support is helping kids like Matilda survive cancer.

01/09/2023
At just eight-weeks-old, Matilda's chances of surviving acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (ALL) hung at less than 20%.

You helped give Macy the best treatment closer to home

01/09/2023
Macy (far left) used to have to regularly travel from Melbourne to Hobart with her mum Suzannah for treatment. Having treatment in Hobart means Macy’s sister Matilda (far right) gets more time with family too.

“I can make a difference” – how Coral’s legacy will help children with cancer

04/08/2023
After losing seven members of her family to various types of cancer throughout her life, 91-year-old Coral from NSW decided that it was time to do something. By including a gift in her Will to The Kids’ Cancer Project, Coral hopes to help the next generation avoid the heartbreak her family have endured.

40 Years of City2Surf

02/08/2023
30 Years of The Kids’ Cancer Project inspiring 40 Years of City 2 Surf for one member of our community.

New funding from Perpetual Trustees helping researchers predict childhood cancer

25/07/2023
A generous grant of $91,000 made by Perpetual Trustees to The Kids' Cancer Project will help to fund a pioneering research project aiming to identify the 'culprit' genes behind childhood cancer.

30 Years of The Kids' Cancer Project

21/07/2023
30 Years of The Kids' Cancer Project

The Kids’ Cancer Project ramps up collaboration and funding in vital sarcoma research

07/07/2023
July marks Sarcoma Awareness Month, a time when we shine a light on a cancer responsible for about 20% of childhood cancer diagnoses. Thanks to the ongoing commitment of our wonderful community, The Kids' Cancer Project is actively funding nine projects across Australia in order to develop better treatment options for those kids.

Meet our Board: Tim Rose

28/06/2023
As The Kids’ Cancer Project continues to grow and commit more money to vital childhood cancer research, the role of our board is more important than ever. Here we get to know one of the board’s newest members, Tim Rose, and why he’s so passionate about making a difference to childhood cancer.

Super-powered immune cells – using CAR-T cells to target brain tumours

06/06/2023
With a background in immunology, Dr Tessa Gargett is utilising her knowledge of the human immune system to tackle children’s cancer. Here, she explains how she’s maximising the potential of CAR-T cells to provide a treatment option specifically tailored to brain tumours.

The cuddly super sidekicks giving courage to kids with cancer

01/05/2023
Bec’s daughter Roxy was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (ALL) when she was a four-year-old, and overnight, the family’s outdoorsy life quickly shifted to one of relentless appointments. But, thanks to supporters like you, Roxy got a new cuddly sidekick to help keep her smiling throughout her treatment.

You can help researchers do better for kids with leukaemia like Roxy

11/11/2024
In just five hours, four-year-old Roxy went from a routine visit to the dentist to being diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (ALL). 18 months on, and with Roxy on the road to recovery, mum Bec tells their story and just how important your gifts are in helping other kids like Roxy.

Combo Drug delivering a knockout blow to resistant glioma cancer cells

24/05/2023
Diffuse midline gliomas (DMG), including diffuse intrinsic pontine gliomas (DIPG), are the most lethal of childhood cancers primarily occurring in young children.