Children's Cancer Institute

Get your socks on, because 86K for a Cure starts tomorrow! Register for FREE and commit to walk or run 86km throughout March, for the 86 kids who are diagnosed with cancer every month. 🏃♀️💚 You can choose to do a little each day, or a lot. However you choose to tackle the 86km is up to you. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to get active, be part of an incredible community, and make a real impact for kids with cancer. You've still got time to make a difference, register for FREE today to join the movement. Hurry, starts tomorrow! Register now: https://lnkd.in/ggsjZH8r #86KforaCure #CuringChildhoodCancer

Children's Cancer Institute exists solely to put an end to childhood cancer. But our scientists cannot do their vital research without our generous supporters. Our passionate and dedicated Philanthropy Team are responsible for engaging donors and securing financial support, and YOU could play a role in this incredible mission. We're thrilled that this team is expanding and we are seeking the right candidates for a few key roles including: 🔬 Community Engagement Senior Coordinator https://lnkd.in/gawZJPbH 🔬 Philanthropy Relationship Manager https://lnkd.in/giYWrcxs 🔬 Philanthropy Executive https://lnkd.in/g-jki2pa Apply to join us today! #ALifeShouldBeLong #CuringChildhoodCancer #ItsNotIfItsWhen

Nicknamed ‘Muffin’ from Bluey, Henry was adventurous, curious, and cheeky. Then suddenly, everything changed. At two years old, he was always on the move, running, climbing, and keeping up with his siblings. Life was full of love and laughter—until early 2022, when Henry started vomiting. Doctors thought it was gastro, but his mum, Alex, had an uneasy feeling. A month later, Henry tripped and hit his head at the beach. 'He was conscious, but not reacting in a way that you would expect for a child that’s just hurt themself’ Alex recalls. After showing concerning concussion symptoms, he was taken for a CT scan. That scan revealed a mass in Henry’s brain. ‘I felt like I floated away from myself,’ Alex says. ‘Like I wasn’t even in the room.’ Henry had surgery to release fluid around his brain, then another surgery to remove the tumour. An MRI confirmed there was no visible tumour left. But the family's initial relief turned to worry in the following weeks. He couldn’t eat, swallow, speak or move properly. Weeks later, he was diagnosed with posterior fossa syndrome, a complication of brain surgery. Thankfully, he slowly regained function and was able to start chemotherapy. Originally classified as low-risk medulloblastoma, Henry’s tumour was later identified as ATRT—a rare, aggressive cancer. He needed radiation, despite the risks to his developing brain. After 9 months of gruelling treatment, Henry finished treatment in March 2023. But soon, he struggled to walk and use his right hand. Alex feared disease recurrence, but scans showed no cancer—only ‘radiation changes.’ By July, doctors confirmed it was radiation necrosis. Henry continued to decline, losing the ability to crawl, sit, or eat safely. His little body could fight no more. On 3 November 2023, Henry passed away at just three years old. ‘No child or family should suffer the way Henry and our family has,’ Alex says. ‘We need safer treatment options for kids, and I trust and believe that Children's Cancer Institute will deliver them. We just need to back them.’ #ALifeShouldBeLong #CuringChildhoodCancer #ItsNotIfItsWhen #BrainCancer #ATRT #CancerResearch

Childhood cancer stands as a remarkable example of how medical research can transform outcomes. Advances driven by the collaboration of clinicians and researchers have increased survival rates in developed countries from single digits to over 80%, demonstrating the life-changing potential of ongoing innovation and investment. However, there is a significant shortage of professionals in the STEM sector, including the medical research workforce. This is largely driven by funding constraints that can impact the sustainability of careers in health and medical research. Jobs and Skills Australia (JSA) recently sought feedback on its 2025-26 Workplan, which aims to provide high-quality advice to support Australia’s response to evolving workforce, skills, and training needs.   Children's Cancer Institute welcomes the government’s commitment to strengthening Australia’s workforce capabilities and has provided our recommendations to ensure a sustainable, highly skilled workforce equipped to deliver world-class early detection, diagnosis, and treatment for children with cancer.   You can read our submission attached. #ALifeShouldBeLong #CuringChildhoodCancer #ItsNotIfItsWhen #MedicalResearch #CancerResearch Department of Employment and Workplace Relations

86K for a Cure starts NEXT SATURDAY! Every month in Australia, 86 children are diagnosed with cancer, so we're challenging you to conquer 86km throughout March to raise vital funds for childhood cancer research. Today we wanted you to hear from Nikki, one of our incredible 86K for a Cure ambassadors. Despite lasting side effects of her cancer experience, Nikki is fiercely dedicated to raising awareness and funding research to find a cure for childhood cancer, once and for all. Her story is such a powerful reminder of why we need your support. So don't miss out, register for FREE now and go the distance for kids with cancer. Together, we WILL end childhood cancer. It's not if, it's when. https://lnkd.in/g88K7e5U #86KforaCure #CuringChildhoodCancer

Children's Cancer Institute exists solely to put an end to childhood cancer. But our scientists cannot do their vital research without our generous supporters. Our passionate and dedicated Philanthropy Team are responsible for engaging donors and securing financial support, and YOU could play a role in this incredible mission. We're thrilled that this team is expanding and we're looking for the right candidate to be our next Relationship Manager. Find out more and apply at: https://lnkd.in/gTuefnwg #ALifeShouldBeLong #CuringChildhoodCancer #ItsNotIfItsWhen

‼️UPDATE: Wow! What an amazing community we have. The $100,000 in matched funds provided by Brickworks and a generous partner have now been exhausted! Any donations made after the funds ran out have not been matched. However, every single dollar donated makes a huge impact for kids with cancer, so thank you to you and your amazing donors for all of your support! ------------------------ Double Donations are live – for TODAY ONLY! 🥳 Thanks to Brickworks and our generous supporting partners, all donations to your 86K for a Cure fundraising page will be DOUBLED (up to $100k)! That's right! Every dollar you raise today for kids with cancer will be MATCHED, so $10 becomes $20, $100 becomes $200, $500 becomes $1,000... the sky's the limit! Spread the word and let your friends and family know that for TODAY ONLY, they can DOUBLE their impact for kids with cancer. Hurry, act fast to make the most of this! ⏰ Share your page now to ask for support. https://lnkd.in/gh7m2t87 #86KforaCure #CuringChildhoodCancer #ALifeShouldBeLong

Prof. Richard Lock is featured in a brand new podcast for the journal HemaSphere - the flagship journal for the European Hematology Association. In this episode of the HemaSphere podcast, Prof. Richard Lock discusses his internationally recognised program focused on testing new precision medicines for childhood leukaemia. He highlights the critical role of patient-derived xenografts (PDXs) in pre-clinical testing. This model allows researchers to study leukaemia biology and test new treatments in a highly personalised way. Follow the link to listen to this fascinating technical discussion: https://ccia.support/RLpod

Today is International Childhood Cancer Awareness Day, a day to honour all children who have been diagnosed with cancer, and to remember the countless young lives lost. In Australia, 86 children are diagnosed with cancer every month, and on average, 12 of these kids will not survive. We believe that a life should be long. That every child should have the chance to grow up and grow old. To plan exciting futures, chase their dreams, and fulfil their potential. So this March, our 86K for a Cure community is conquering 86km for the 86 kids diagnosed with cancer every month. 💚 Together, we WILL find a cure to end childhood cancer, once and for all. 📣 Sign up today, and this Wednesday 19th February, all donations you receive will be MATCHED by our generous partner, to help double your impact for kids with cancer. 👉 Click here to learn more and register free - https://lnkd.in/gt53nRjm #86KforaCure #CuringChildhoodCancer

Tickets are on sale for the inaugural Melbourne Gala, hosted by Tour de Cure Australia. Host your clients or invite your team to help support a great cause. Join us for an unforgettable evening of elegance, entertainment and excellent company—all in support of childhood cancer research. By attending, you will help raise vital funds for research at Children's Cancer Institute. 🎟 Secure your tickets today: https://lnkd.in/gVXqw2KS