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Christopher Gardner's wife Bridgit was first diagnosed with cancer at age 31, when their youngest daughter was only 18 months. Even with treatment, Bridget's cancer spread and she died at age 37. Mr Gardner's hope is that his daughters won't have to go through what their mother did. Read Christopher's story...

Harley Hero – meet Rhonda Martinez. In December 2000, three days before Christmas, Rhonda Martinez was diagnosed with breast cancer. Her experience inspired her to take on huge achievements in the mission to provide better cancer care and research. Read Rhonda’s story…

Gordon Chan has worked at Austin Health for more than 30 years and has seen both sides of cancer – as a staff member and a cancer patient. Gordon, when he was diagnosed by chance with testicular cancer in 2003. Read Gordon’s story…

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Scott and the team

Thomastown Fire Brigade with fireman and cancer survivor Scott Morrison

The Melbourne Fire Brigade's Thomastown branch have been supporting our Centre's fundraising appeal over the last few years. Fireman Scott Morrison (pictured in the hat) has survived cancer twice and hopes to raise as much as possible for the Olivia Newton-John Cancer and Wellness Centre Appeal. Thank You to Scott and the team!

If you are interested in helping raise funds through a community event or activity, or would like to personally discuss making a major gift to the Appeal, please contact our Fundraising Department on +61 3 9496 5753 or email oliviaappeal@austin.org.au