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Solving the problem of unacceptable toxicity in treatment

05/10/2021
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.
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  • News, Research News

Winners of $2.6M in grants announced

01/10/2021
The Kids’ Cancer Project announce the winners of the FY22 grant round
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  • Community

Captain Australia’s Big Walk

27/09/2021
Superhero up for science and support Captain Australia’s Big Walk as he treks the East Coast with nothing but the essentials.

Better medulloblastoma treatments urgently needed

20/09/2021
The devastating impact of childhood brain cancer is recognised every September as part of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.

Love for Lexie

08/09/2021
Lexie's family honour a promise they made to her - to celebrate her life every day. 

Real world hopes for lab research

08/09/2021
Dr Kotecha aims to establish a full circle, with lab research translated back to the bedside.

Better for Bradley

06/09/2021
Tanya and her family are going the distance in The Better Challenge for her son Bradley and kids just like him.
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  • Community

Greater purpose: The secret to business success

24/08/2021
The people from law firm Colin Biggers & Paisley don’t do fundraising by halves.

Cooper's story

15/08/2021
After spending many long days and nights in hospital, the Pacey family are advocates for change.

Vote for our local heroes

10/08/2021
Meet two finalists in the Westfield Local Heroes community grants program who are helping kids with cancer!

FY2022 Grant Round Open

09/08/2021
Applications for medical research grants through The Kids’ Cancer Project are now open.

My Birthday Teddy & The Kids’ Cancer Project

06/08/2021
Childhood Cancer Awareness Month collaboration between The Kids’ Cancer Project and My Birthday Teddy™.

Ambassador profile | Michael Milton OAM

04/08/2021
Michael’s left leg was amputated when he was nine years old due to cancer. His lived experience is helping him to help others.

Significant support for seed-funded research

30/07/2021
The Kids’ Cancer Project had the foresight to initiate and fund the C4 Group.

Anti-cancer drug shows promise

07/07/2021
Funding from The Kids' Cancer Project has led to an exciting discovery of a new generation drug to help children diagnosed with brain cancer. 

Attcall announce charity partnership

06/07/2021
The earthmoving, excavation and demolition business has commited to support bold scientific research to help kids with cancer. 

Generosity is good for you

05/07/2021
Experts say that giving regularly is all part of a healthy lifestyle. 

Zayden’s unbe-leafable fundraiser

01/07/2021
Five-year-old entrepreneur Zayden is learning the joy of helping others through fundraising with his own little business.
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Big bids help kids with cancer

30/06/2021
Businesses and individuals alike got behind The Kids’ Cancer Project’s end of financial year online auction making it a roaring success!
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Case study | Attcall Civil Contractors

28/06/2021
Driving a brighter future for kids with cancer. This small family-owned business has been touched by cancer in its many forms and have now chosen to support kids' cancer research using all their resources.

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.
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Lace Up for a Cure: Join The Sun Run 2024 and Make Every Step Count!

20/12/2023
We are thrilled to see the much-anticipated Sun Run is returning for 2024! A radiant fun run along the spectacular Northern Beaches coastline from Dee Why to Manly Beach in Sydney. 

Meet our Board: Jessie Glew

20/11/2023
For Jessie Glew, the joint MD and COO of WOTSO, the simple idea that ‘we will find a cure’ drives her passion to help fund kids’ cancer research. Jessie’s infectious enthusiasm, clear drive to make a difference and wealth of business knowledge make her an invaluable member of The Kids’ Cancer Project’s board.

Founder Col Reynolds OAM wins prestigious 2024 Advocacy Award

13/11/2023
We are thrilled to announce The Kids' Cancer Project’s founder Col Reynolds OAM is the winner of Research Australia's 2024 Advocacy Award.

Leukaemia Researcher awarded the prestigious Ramaciotti Medal of Excellence

24/11/2023
Professor Ricky Johnstone has been awarded the 2023 Ramaciotti Medal for Excellence award from Perpetual Trustees.

Why Prof. Dun's research into the deadliest form of childhood cancer is more than just professional

30/10/2023
For Professor Matt Dun, his research into DIPG is more than just professional. In 2019, his daughter, Josie, sadly passed away from the aggressive form of childhood brain cancer, leading him to dedicate his career solely to developing treatments for the currently incurable disease. Today, with the help of your generous gifts, Prof. Dun and his team are making promising strides towards the first effective treatments for this devastating disease.

The Bloody Long Day 2023

24/10/2023
In a world that often seems overwhelmed by challenges, there are individuals and communities that rise above, showing unwavering dedication to a cause close to their hearts.

Tommy’s special bear

18/10/2023
Thanks to years of research funded by people like you, Tommy is on track to recover from acute lymphoblastic leukaemia. But having been diagnosed at just 19-months-old, the pain, trauma and side effects of treatment have impacted him all the same. His special bear, donated by a kind person like you, has been by his side throughout his cancer journey, giving him the courage he needs to face the scary world of cancer.

Christmas for a cure

18/09/2023
The Kids' Cancer Project first Christmas fundraising luncheon raised $100,000 to help children with many different types of cancer. Read more about how to get involved in this year's event.

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.