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Inspiring stories about the scientists, supporters and families united against childhood cancer.
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Kids’ cancer research cleans up

12/01/2022
Sirron Holdings Group and Taren Cleaning Supplies announce multi-year partnerships with The Kids’ Cancer Project.
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Behind the science: Hitting cancer where it hurts

22/12/2021
While various forms of leukaemia have seen their survival rates blossoming thanks to powerful research, others are harder to treat.
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Changing of the guard

21/12/2021
The Kids’ Cancer Project announces Doug Cunningham’s decision to step down from the charity’s Board of Directors.
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Exciting new cancer research grants announced

15/12/2021
The Kids’ Cancer Project announces successful 2021 PdCCRS grant recipients.
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Behind the Science: Research brings hope

14/12/2021
Dr Dannielle Upton hopes to change survival outcomes for one of the deadliest childhood cancers.
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This is how you Christmas

10/12/2021
The Kids’ Cancer Project Christmas fundraising luncheon raised $205,000 to help children with many different types of cancer.
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Summer Golf Day 2021 wrap

04/12/2021
Making the most of easing COVID-19 restrictions, The Kids’ Cancer Project's golf day raised vital funds for childhood cancer research.
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Research update | Reboot Kids

02/12/2021
Developing positive food habits after cancer treatment can be the difference between a fit future and illness issues.
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Behind the Science: Improving brain cancer survival outcomes

30/11/2021
A research project targeting one of the most aggressive childhood cancers aims to give cancer cells less opportunity to hide.
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CJ's story

26/10/2021
The raw reality of kids’ cancer treatment can leave parents with ongoing scars.
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BLD wrap up 2021

22/10/2021
Be inspired to hold your very own Bloody Long Day for childhood cancer research.
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Blue Bottle family refuses to give up

17/10/2021
A family continue to honour their daughter’s legacy despite COVID restrictions.
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Adelaide's story

13/10/2021
Hope lies in research for children like Adelaide, living with the debilitating side-effects from cancer treatments.
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Australia, you did BETTER than imagined!

12/10/2021
Stats incredible! The Kids’ Cancer Project thanks all who got involved in The Better Challenge 2021.
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Call for investment in life-saving science

06/10/2021
The Kids' Cancer Project seeks major investment for its seasonal matched giving appeal.
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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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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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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.
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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.

Get active and raise funds!

11/04/2023
Looking for a great way to stay active, and make a difference? You can be a community champion by fundraising with The Kids' Cancer Project. We've got some great outdoor events on offer, so read on to find the challenge event that suits you!

Clinical trials can be lifesaving – and you’re helping make them possible

02/03/2023
At just three weeks old, Toby was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer called infantile fibrosarcoma.

Diamond netballer and osteosarcoma survivor socking it to sarcoma

16/03/2023
Two driven young women have raised over $200,000 to support pioneering Australian research into childhood cancer.

Delivering comfort to those who need it most

23/03/2023
Over the past five years, Smartways Logistics have been quietly delivering joy and happiness to kids at 33 hospitals across the eastern seaboard.

Say K'day!

01/02/2023
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.

Dino and friends: more than just cuddly bears

13/02/2023
At just five years old, Mariette's daughter Milan was diagnosed with a rare type of kidney cancer known as Wilms' tumour.

Moving one step closer to all children surviving cancer

17/02/2023
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.

Baxter’s story: The continuing journey

16/02/2023
After beating leukaemia as a baby, Baxter and his family are still navigating the ongoing effects of his gruelling cancer treatment as he prepares for a new challenge.

World first guidelines created

20/01/2023
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.