Breakthrough - August 2024 - Cancer Council Victoria

Message from Todd

Todd Harper

I am delighted to share with you the latest updates on the impact of your kind support in this edition of Breakthrough.

It’s always wonderful to meet with incredible supporters that keep the progress against cancer going, and recently I enjoyed a cup of tea and a chat at Thomastown Library for Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea. My heartfelt thanks goes to everyone involved in this much-loved event by either hosting or attending a morning tea. Nearly 6,000 morning teas were held in Victoria raising a whopping $3.89 million this year – such an incredible achievement!

Thank you for your continued generosity.

Todd Harper AM

CEO, Cancer Council Victoria

Your generosity in action

With you by our side, we’re here for all people facing cancer at all stages of their cancer journey. Here’s how your kindness has supported Victorian families this year :

6,993

Victorians talked to a Cancer Nurse, seeking cancer information and support for them or a loved one going through cancer.

316

people sought help from a Cancer Council Financial Counsellor to help manage the financial burden which often goes hand in hand with a cancer diagnosis.

168

Victorians and their families receieved emotional support from a trained nurse counsellor to help manage the complex emotional issues that arise during and after a cancer diagnosis.

Every morning tea is as unique as the person behind it

Thank you to everyone who came together to celebrate Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea. Your generosity and support contributed to raising vital funds for cancer research.

A positive experience is everything

"I had enormous trust in my health service, and in my oncologist and surgeon - they worked as a team. They communicated a lot with each other and moved as one if you like."

Understanding the new vaping laws, and how it will protect our young people

World-leading legislation will help protect young people from an industry intent on manipulating a new generation into becoming addicted to nicotine.

Unlocking the secrets about cancer

John, who was diagnosed with bowel cancer in July 2023, did not think twice when he donated his colon tissue sample to the Victorian Cancer Biobank.

Like so many Australian families, John’s family has been deeply impacted by cancer.

Give hope this Daffodil Day

Every year Cancer Council’s most iconic and much-loved fundraising campaign, Daffodil Day, provides hope for people impacted by cancer. By supporting Daffodil Day this August, you can show your support for people who have been impacted by cancer

Advancing research with the next generation

Dr Laura Porter is one of four Postdoctoral Research Fellowship recipients, working in the protate cancer research group at Monash University. Her research grant is funded by generous Victorians like you.

Increased hepatitis B testing to protect Victorians

Early detection of hepatitis B saves lives. Advocating for greater hepatitis B testing is part of Cancer Council Victoria’s goal to address the growing burden of liver cancer in Victoria.

Delicious winter recipes

Discover comforting, easy and healthy recipes like Spicy Pumpkin Soup.

Find the recipe

Thank you for being there for Victorians affected by cancer

Our heartfelt thanks to all the wonderful people giving their time, experiences, funds, and voices to support the work of Cancer Council Victoria.