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Inspiring stories about the scientists, supporters and families united against childhood cancer.
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Ten top tips for fundraising!
03/07/2020
Fundraising can be a daunting task, so we've spoken to our fundraising professionals who are only too happy to share their expertise.
- Research News
Behind the science: Dr Michelle Henderson
26/02/2020
Continuous funding means this research collaboration can aim high, improve survival statistics and re-write the history books for high risk childhood leukaemia.
- Research News
Behind the science: Dr Joost Lesterhuis
29/01/2020
Exploring an exciting new treatment for soft tissue sarcoma in children, but time is of the essence as the team have a goal to get it to the bedside for clinical trials within the next three years.
- Research News
Behind the science: Professor John Heath
24/06/2019
Up until two years ago, seriously ill Tasmanian children like Macy were forced to travel to the mainland to take part in clinical trials. Then Associate Professor John Heath decided enough was enough.
- Research News
Behind the science: Dr Geoff McCowage
20/06/2019
After more than a decade of research, this senior paediatric oncologist is closing in on innovative tumour treatment that stands to help kids with leukaemia too.
- Research News
In Focus: Murdoch Children's Research Institute
04/11/2018
Learn more about the institutes we support through our In Focus series.
- Research News
In Focus: Garvan Institute of Medical Research
20/10/2018
Learn more about the institutes we support through our In Focus series.
- Research News
In Focus: The Children’s Hospital at Westmead
16/09/2018
Learn more about the institutes we support through our In Focus series.
- Research News
In Focus: QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute
13/09/2018
Learn more about the institutes we support through our In Focus series.
- Research News
In Focus: Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
12/09/2018
Learn more about the institutes we support through our In Focus series.
- News
13 facts about kids’ cancer
31/07/2018
Hundreds of thousands are diagnosed globally each year. Here’s what you need to know.
- Research News
New hope for children's brain cancer
23/05/2018
New drug therapy to be presented at international medical conferences.
- Community
11 tips to make your Write a Book in a Day a success
14/05/2018
Teacher shares what he learned makes for a great writing day.
- News
Neuroblastoma National Awareness Day
02/02/2016
Neuroblastoma National Awareness Day is the 2nd of February each year and The Kids’ Cancer Project is proud to partner with Neuroblastoma Australia to promote awareness and research into this devastating childhood cancer.
Nourishing The Fighter for The Kids' Cancer Project
Leila Davies, inspiring mother and author, is taking on a huge challenge in aid of The Kids’ Cancer Project, walking from Victor Harbor to Melbourne starting June 1st 2024. We had the honour of chatting to Leila to learn more about her story and why she has chosen to fundraise for kids’ cancer research.
July is Sarcoma Awareness Month and The Kids’ Cancer Project is partnering with like-minded organisations to fund pioneering sarcoma research.
July is Sarcoma Awareness Month and The Kids’ Cancer Project is partnering with like-minded organisations to fund pioneering sarcoma research.
Sarcoma is a rare cancer of the bone and tissue. For over three decades research into this disease which primarily affects young people aged 15 to 24, remained at a stalemate.
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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.
7 fundraising ideas for pre-schoolers
30/04/2021
Whether you’re after an easy or ambitious fundraiser for your little ones, we’ve got ideas and expert tips.
Ava's Pirate Day
13/04/2021
After Ava's tragic passing from DIPG, Mum Vanessa reveals what Pirate Day means to her.
Cancer fight goes by the book
02/04/2021
School students are making preparations for their favourite fiction frenzy.
Cancer funding boost and development of Australian Cancer Plan
22/04/2021
The Australian Government is investing an additional $6.7 million to support and improve outcomes for all Australians affected by cancer.
Case study | QBE Foundation
29/04/2021
Skilled volunteers making a difference.
Discover how QBE supported children's cancer research while reinforcing organisational values and enhancing employee engagement.
CONNECT-1903: New trial for kids' brain cancer
09/04/2021
Aussie kids first in the world to access new international clinical trial for deadly brain tumours.
Corporate social responsibility | The key to success
19/04/2021
Philanthropic corporate social responsibility has taken centre stage in the business landscape – and for very good reasons.
Hobart Clinical Trial Unit a life-changer
29/04/2021
More support has been pledged to help kids with cancer in Tasmania.
Hope for deadly DIPG diagnosis
26/04/2021
Your donations are making a difference - Australian researchers find new way to target deadly childhood brain cancer.
KBC360 | Care coordinator Suzanne Momber
28/04/2021
The Kids’ Cancer Project takes a deep dive into the issues faced by kids diagnosed with this deadly disease.
KBC360 | Paediatric oncologist Professor Nick Gottardo
21/04/2021
The Kids’ Cancer Project takes a deep dive into the issues faced by kids diagnosed with this deadly disease.
KBC360 | Primary caregiver Suzannah Taylor
14/04/2021
The Kids’ Cancer Project takes a deep dive into the issues faced by kids diagnosed with this deadly disease.
Marathon effort to raise funds for cancer research
22/04/2021
Anastassia's childhood cancer diagnosis inspired her to join the Gold Coast marathon this July.
Reno’s hair-raising fundraiser
08/04/2021
Reno White only needed to look as far as his own head to help kids with cancer.