Hello and welcome to the Spring Edition of the Shine Newsletter. What a busy year it has been so far for the Trust Fund. We have welcomed new Board Members (Shona Stanton and Richard Lukins), finalised our 2024-25 Strategic Plan, graciously accepted both small and large donations from our community members, and have launched the […]
Donations made to the Trust Fund enable us to ensure that our local patients have access to the latest equipment and technology. In looking back over the years, equipment that has made a significant impact on cancer patients are the 2 Bioimpedance spectroscopy (BIS) devices purchased in 2020 for $30,700. Thanks to your generosity, patients […]
Driven by dedication: One student’s passion to improve cancer services. With world cancer rates on the rise across the world, it is important that the Trust Fund invests in staff learning and development. The Tim Fischer Memorial Scholarship was established in 2022 and provides staff at the AWRCC the opportunity to enrol in the Master […]
21 years of passion and curiosity. During the 2023-2024 financial year, the Trust Fund contributed $13,720 in funding to the Border Medical Oncology Research Unit, enabling local people access to clinical trials. When we learnt that one of the team, Jacqui Mc Burnie was about to celebrate 21 years of employment with the Unit, we […]
The Wellness Centre continues to be a beacon of hope and support for those affected by cancer. Over the past financial year, the Wellness Centre has continued its mission to provide supportive and compressive care those addresses not only the physical aspects of cancer, but also the emotional, psychological, and social needs of patients and […]
Welcome to the Spring 2024 Shine Newsletter. This edition focusses on the Four Pillars and how together, we are creating lasting change. For those who love to read the hard copy, the Newsletter is scattered throughout the Cancer Centre, and if you’re on our mailing list, your copy is in the post. For those who […]
The Twin City Truck Centre Precinct opens their doors to truck enthusiasts, families, and friends for an exciting Open Day event on Saturday 19 October 10am – 2pm. There is something for everyone, including: Truck show and shine Venue tours Community stalls and activations Children’s entertainment Live music Parts specials Prizes and giveaways Food trucks […]
For us at the Trust Fund, Education is key to achieving our vision of ensuring our community members have access to high quality cancer treatment. Thus, when the application for staff to attend the Cancer Nurses Society of Australia (CNSA) Annual Congress arrived on our desk, the decision was an easy one. The Congress provided […]
In a heartwarming act of kindness, 6-year-old Noa Daly will have her beautiful hair cut and donated to Sustainable Salons who will then create a wig for cancer patients. Five years ago, Noa lost her beloved Poppy to cancer and wanted to do something to help other kids from losing their grandparents to cancer. Noa […]
Every year Bev Vinge from Twin City Stomp kicks up her heels and holds a Line Dancing fundraiser to raise money for the Albury Wodonga Regional Cancer Centre Trust Fund. This fun filled event brings together both beginner and seasoned line dancers, with attendees travelling from as far as Mt Beauty, Wangaratta and Myrtleford. This […]