A mother's plea December 10, 2020 Sydney mum advocates for more research to discover better treatments for children diagnosed with cancer.
“As a parent, it really is just a living hell.” November 20, 2020 Tania is using her art to make a difference for children with cancer – even while her beloved daughter has tragically run out of options.
Declan's story October 22, 2020 Declan Kane’s four-year battle with cancer began in 2013 shortly before his fourth birthday.
Ollie's story October 16, 2020 For one little boy, the joy of Christmas arrived nine months after treatment.
Chronic headaches were the first devastating signs October 09, 2020 "Murray was a great kid, really funny, really sporty, just a great kick-about young boy."
"He's alive today because of medical science." September 28, 2020 Baby Eli has beaten the odds to reach his first birthday. While his parents celebrate every breath he takes - they can’t relax yet.
The $10,000 gift of life August 21, 2020 To help develop a cure for the disease that has decimated her family, Coral has left a generous gift as a bequest, in her will.
Little sister, best friend August 19, 2020 When his teenage sister died, Jake de Kort’s life took on an entirely new and enormously powerful purpose.
Isla's Pirate Day June 16, 2020 When your precious daughter is one of only 21 people in the world with a particular type of cancer, science is everything. One mum is doing all the fundraising she can to help make a difference.
Eddie’s very special teddy April 14, 2020 As she and her family were suffering an unimaginably terrible situation, one mum realised the true value of a cuddly teddy bear.
The familiar April 12, 2020 Sarah Weir shares that although the situation we currently find ourselves in is one the world has never encountered before, much of it feels so very familiar to a family who has experienced childhood cancer.
The night that changed everything April 09, 2020 Pandemics don't press pause on childhood cancer. New therapies are urgently needed for young kids diagnosed. Just ask their mums.
Food for thought March 24, 2020 A ground-breaking program based on healthy eating for families is improving long-term wellbeing for kids who’ve been through cancer treatment.
Our best hope yet February 24, 2020 “We know that if Ellie had been diagnosed with this cancer even two years ago, she would have died, she is only alive today because of the Zero Childhood Cancer Program.”
When a bear cares February 16, 2020 The Kids' Cancer Project Bear Program has brought countless cuddles to kids in hospital since 2009. We share some of the most touching comments from social media.
Honouring Mitchell February 03, 2020 He was kind, funny, resilient, incredibly brave and had a laugh that was infectious, but he lost is battle with neuroblastoma when he was just 13-years-old.
Unbearable magic January 06, 2020 “It just hit me like a freight train. We knew Eli was sick. He’d had breathing issues since he was born in August 2019. But to find out it was cancer, my whole life just fell apart.”
Superkids Superheroes 2019 December 16, 2019 "Kids fighting cancer are the real superheroes," says West Australian dad who wanted to raise money for kids with cancer in a completely unique way.
High Tea for a High Cause 2019 December 12, 2019 When Sarah and Josh Weir were told in 2013 that their daughter Evie had cancer, they were overwhelmed by a sense of helplessness and despair.
Celebrating community spirit December 10, 2019 We take a look back at 2019 and celebrate the community spirit that raised awareness and funds for childhood cancer research, plus we take a peek at 2020 and how you can get involved.
Olympian faces fears for kids with cancer November 29, 2019 Bronte Campbell is confident in the pool but says she will confront two of her demons during the Macquarie Bondi to Bronte Ocean Swim.
Sophie is three times a survivor November 22, 2019 After a shock cancer diagnosis in 2014 this teenager was not expecting a second diagnosis in 2016 or a third in 2017. Now she's focused on fundraising for the future.
The joy and challenge of Christmas October 14, 2019 After a childhood cancer diagnosis and successful treatment the journey doesn’t end. It’s a long hard road for many kids like Baxter, and for their families.
When is a book more than a book? September 22, 2019 The ‘Write A Book In A Day’ program took on new meaning for a group of students when they realised they were fundraising for one of their own.
The not-so-quiet Australian September 11, 2019 Karl Fretwell shares a few home truths with parliamentarians about kids' cancer. We share the speach he delivered on Tuesday 10 September 2019.
“I faced the worst news any parent could ever hear" August 20, 2019 Danny Simpson is lost for words at generous support from construction giants and their supporters at Gold Coast fundraiser.
This is what brave looks like! July 20, 2019 Bravery Box aims to help children build emotional and social skills, to create connections between kids’ oncology and the community, and to raise fund for kids’ cancer research.
Cuddles for kids July 18, 2019 The Kids' Cancer Project Bear Program has been running since 2009. Here we share seven of the most touching comments from social media.
Lara rings the bell for science July 12, 2019 Brisbane family reveal what was really in their coffee cups as they celebrated all the good times when Lara's treatment finished.
Lenny’s legacy: Supporting scientific solutions June 27, 2019 “I have four children. One of them lives in heaven now." A mother shares how she's learning to live split between heaven and earth.
Nicholas' uncertain future June 10, 2019 When Nicholas was diagnosed with cancer, doctors only gave him a 50 per cent chance of surviving. Now he is going strong in spite of the uncertain future he faces.
The difference a bear makes June 08, 2019 It’s not just that funds from sales of these teddies go to vital research around advancements to kids’ cancer treatments, Brooke's family share the intensely personal value of these bears.
Audrey’s story September 22, 2018 She is 12, a cancer survivor and artist for YPURA natural spring water!
A son’s survival August 20, 2018 This mum has been fighting for her son’s life for 14 years, and winning.
Living scan to scan August 01, 2018 “Each time he is due for scans I hold my breath as we wait for results.”
When nothing makes sense July 10, 2018 The Daclos are still coming to grips with the passing of seven-year-old Zach.
8 lessons in childhood cancer July 09, 2018 Sarah Weir shares what she learned as her daughter went through cancer treatment.
Bound by purpose July 08, 2018 They met when their kids were in hospital. Now these families are friends for life.
Written from the heart July 06, 2018 Kids dedicate their Write a book in a Day challenge to classmate with cancer.
All for love July 03, 2018 This dad runs for two great reasons, to keep fit and raise funds for research.
Devoted dad thanks donors July 02, 2018 David Wright of Canberra gives heartfelt speech to Parliament on behalf of his family.
The ‘R’ word April 12, 2018 Two families from opposite ends of the country discover treatment didn’t work.
Science is the solution for kids like Alex February 19, 2018 He was diagnosed with cancer 12 years ago. But he won't let it define him.
Grief without end: A father's words November 23, 2017 Leigh McKeown bravely took the microphone and bared his soul at a fundraising dinner.
Kids like Ned urgently need better treatments October 31, 2017 In 2017, the Isham family received the most devastating news about their son's cancer.
The astonishing reason behind Dulcie’s carsickness October 05, 2017 Three-year-old Dulcie decided she didn’t want to go to kindy anymore. It was making her sick.
Audrey’s story September 18, 2017 She had headaches that were so strong, she asked her mum to take her to hospital.
An ordinary family doing extraordinary things August 16, 2017 The Kanes are about to scooter 600 kilometers from Bridgetown WA to Perth.
Grace's story July 24, 2017 Months into severe treatment, her diagnosis was revised to acute lymphocytic leukaemia.
Brain waves June 06, 2017 Meet Gabe, an 11-year-old surfer who has AT/RT, a rare and fast-growing cancer.
The moments that stick May 08, 2017 What a mum can never forget about her three-year-old's diagnosis.
Advocate heads to country music festival January 14, 2016 This young performer stands out in the crowd at Tamworth Music Fesival.