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Stories from people making a difference

Get your daily dose of feel-good when you read these stories of ordinary people doing extraordinary things to make a difference in the lives of families facing their child’s cancer. 

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23 Jan '24
Making a huge difference in 24-hours

Timmy conquered an amazing feat to raise funds for Redkite. Find out what he did for a whole 24-hours!

Making a huge difference in 24-hours

Timmy conquered an amazing feat to raise funds for Redkite. Find out what he did for a whole 24-hours!

News

6 Dec '23
Redkite is delighted to welcome Dr Bronte Adams AM to its Board of Directors

Redkite, the leading national Australian charity dedicated to providing critical emotional, financial and practical support to children with cancer and their families, is delighted to announce Jodie Haydon as our new Ambassador.

Redkite is delighted to welcome Dr Bronte Adams AM to its Board of Directors

Redkite, the leading national Australian charity dedicated to providing critical emotional, financial and practical support to children with cancer and their families, is delighted to announce Jodie Haydon as our new Ambassador.

News

28 Nov '23
Redkite Ambassador Jodie Haydon opens the doors of Kirribilli House for Annual Christmas Appeal

This significant event aims to spotlight the myriad challenges of families facing childhood cancer during the holiday season, emphasising the indispensable role played by Redkite’s Christmas Appeal in providing crucial support.

Redkite Ambassador Jodie Haydon opens the doors of Kirribilli House for Annual Christmas Appeal

This significant event aims to spotlight the myriad challenges of families facing childhood cancer during the holiday season, emphasising the indispensable role played by Redkite’s Christmas Appeal in providing crucial support.

News

17 Nov '23
Cancer Hub Funding Extended

It’s only been 18 months since Canteen, Camp Quality and Redkite came together to launch Cancer Hub based on a shared vision that all Australian families impacted by cancer should get the right support quickly and easily.

Cancer Hub Funding Extended

It’s only been 18 months since Canteen, Camp Quality and Redkite came together to launch Cancer Hub based on a shared vision that all Australian families impacted by cancer should get the right support quickly and easily.

Community

12 Oct '23
Travelling far for treatment

Sam’s uncle Tom rode across Australia to help other families cope with childhood cancer.

Travelling far for treatment

Sam’s uncle Tom rode across Australia to help other families cope with childhood cancer.

Community

9 Aug '23
Tom’s pedal-powered support

Sam’s uncle Tom rode across Australia to help other families cope with childhood cancer.

Tom’s pedal-powered support

Sam’s uncle Tom rode across Australia to help other families cope with childhood cancer.

Community

9 Aug '23
Thanks to you, Mum Le-Anne keeps putting one foot in front of the other

myRedkite is making life simpler for families by providing an online portal to access the Redkite support that your generosity helps to fund.

Thanks to you, Mum Le-Anne keeps putting one foot in front of the other

myRedkite is making life simpler for families by providing an online portal to access the Redkite support that your generosity helps to fund.

News

24 Jul '23
Redkite is thrilled to introduce Jodie Haydon as our new Ambassador

Redkite, the leading national Australian charity dedicated to providing critical emotional, financial and practical support to children with cancer and their families, is delighted to announce Jodie Haydon as our new Ambassador.

Redkite is thrilled to introduce Jodie Haydon as our new Ambassador

Redkite, the leading national Australian charity dedicated to providing critical emotional, financial and practical support to children with cancer and their families, is delighted to announce Jodie Haydon as our new Ambassador.

Honouring parents of children with cancer

News

29 May '23
Honouring the Incredible Job of Parents

This Global Day of Parents, we’d like to honour and show our appreciation to the inspiring parents, carers and guardians who selflessly nurture and care for their children while facing childhood cancer.

Honouring the Incredible Job of Parents

This Global Day of Parents, we’d like to honour and show our appreciation to the inspiring parents, carers and guardians who selflessly nurture and care for their children while facing childhood cancer.

Community

26 May '23
Life After Cancer: Adry’s Story

Now 10 years Cancer free, Adry looks back and shares how his cancer diagnosis and Redkite has shaped his life.

Life After Cancer: Adry’s Story

Now 10 years Cancer free, Adry looks back and shares how his cancer diagnosis and Redkite has shaped his life.

Ella-and-Sadie

News

25 May '23
Crunching through March

Earlier this year, Redkite held its annual 50 crunches a day in March challenge. 2,193 amazing people crunched their way through March to raise much needed funds for families facing childhood cancer. That means 109,650 crunches were completed over 31 days! Outstanding!

Crunching through March

Earlier this year, Redkite held its annual 50 crunches a day in March challenge. 2,193 amazing people crunched their way through March to raise much needed funds for families facing childhood cancer. That means 109,650 crunches were completed over 31 days! Outstanding!

News

4 May '23
Redkite & Sydney Swans: A Winning Partnership

Sydney Swans ‘Redkite Day’ inspires AFL’s Newest Recruit and gears up to provide another memorable day for families facing childhood cancer.

Redkite & Sydney Swans: A Winning Partnership

Sydney Swans ‘Redkite Day’ inspires AFL’s Newest Recruit and gears up to provide another memorable day for families facing childhood cancer.

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Community

12 Apr '23
Meet Abbey: Redkite Music Therapist Supporting Oncology Families in Hospitals

News & media Meet Abbey: Redkite Music Therapist Supporting Oncology Families in Hospitals Meet one of our wonderful Music Therapists,…

Meet Abbey: Redkite Music Therapist Supporting Oncology Families in Hospitals

News & media Meet Abbey: Redkite Music Therapist Supporting Oncology Families in Hospitals Meet one of our wonderful Music Therapists,…

Redkite_Social_Worker_Katja

Community

20 Mar '23
Meet Katja: A Redkite Social Worker Empowering Childhood Cancer Families

When baby Eli was diagnosed with cancer, his parents didn’t know how to tell their other children.

Meet Katja: A Redkite Social Worker Empowering Childhood Cancer Families

When baby Eli was diagnosed with cancer, his parents didn’t know how to tell their other children.

News

9 Feb '23
2022 Dare to Dream Finalist: Future Orchestra Musician Louis Fetting

Louis was an exceptionally talented musician, playing the trombone at The Sydney Opera and the Sydney Conservatorium of Music with multiple music ensembles. His love of music came from intensive early childhood therapies participating in speech, sensory and sound therapies in particularly music therapy.

2022 Dare to Dream Finalist: Future Orchestra Musician Louis Fetting

Louis was an exceptionally talented musician, playing the trombone at The Sydney Opera and the Sydney Conservatorium of Music with multiple music ensembles. His love of music came from intensive early childhood therapies participating in speech, sensory and sound therapies in particularly music therapy.

News

9 Feb '23
2022 Dare to Dream Finalist: Future Paediatric Oncologist Keasine Latu

Keasine, 16, dreams of becoming a paediatric oncologist to help children with cancer like her. She is one of eight inspiring young Australians to receive a Redkite and Coles Dare to Dream Scholarship. 

2022 Dare to Dream Finalist: Future Paediatric Oncologist Keasine Latu

Keasine, 16, dreams of becoming a paediatric oncologist to help children with cancer like her. She is one of eight inspiring young Australians to receive a Redkite and Coles Dare to Dream Scholarship. 

News

9 Feb '23
2022 Dare to Dream Finalist: Future Paralympian Oliver Martin.

“I still can’t believe she was there cooking for the MasterChef Judges when only 12 months earlier she was in hospital having chemo, radiation and a bone marrow transplant.”

2022 Dare to Dream Finalist: Future Paralympian Oliver Martin.

“I still can’t believe she was there cooking for the MasterChef Judges when only 12 months earlier she was in hospital having chemo, radiation and a bone marrow transplant.”

News

9 Feb '23
2022 Dare to Dream Recipient: Future Oncology Nurse Matthew Rings

Queensland-based eighteen-year-old Matthew Rings’ cancer diagnosis only made him more determined to complete his Diploma and become a registered nurse. He is one of eight inspiring young Australians to be awarded a 2022 Redkite and Coles Dare to Dream Scholarship. 

2022 Dare to Dream Recipient: Future Oncology Nurse Matthew Rings

Queensland-based eighteen-year-old Matthew Rings’ cancer diagnosis only made him more determined to complete his Diploma and become a registered nurse. He is one of eight inspiring young Australians to be awarded a 2022 Redkite and Coles Dare to Dream Scholarship. 

News

9 Feb '23
2022 Dare to Dream National Winner: Future Pilot Mitchell Cawthray

Eighteen-year-old, Mitchell Cawthray from the coastal town of Craignish Queensland is flying high after being named the national winner of the $5,000 Redkite and Coles Dare to Dream Scholarship. Seven other inspiring young Australians were selected as finalists. 

2022 Dare to Dream National Winner: Future Pilot Mitchell Cawthray

Eighteen-year-old, Mitchell Cawthray from the coastal town of Craignish Queensland is flying high after being named the national winner of the $5,000 Redkite and Coles Dare to Dream Scholarship. Seven other inspiring young Australians were selected as finalists. 

News

2 Dec '22
MPA doubles donations for the Redkite Christmas Appeal

Starting from the 7th of December, Redkite Partners MPA will be matching up to $30,000 in donations for Redkite’s Annual Christmas Appeal. Redkite’s Christmas Appeal will raise critical funds to support families facing childhood cancer during the Festive Season.

MPA doubles donations for the Redkite Christmas Appeal

Starting from the 7th of December, Redkite Partners MPA will be matching up to $30,000 in donations for Redkite’s Annual Christmas Appeal. Redkite’s Christmas Appeal will raise critical funds to support families facing childhood cancer during the Festive Season.

French Open field in Kingsford 2022

Community

17 Nov '22
French Open Community Fundraiser

This October, the Sydney French Open was held in Kingsford. The two-day tennis tournament helps support New Caledonian families who must travel to The Children’s Hospital in Westmead for their child’s cancer treatment.

French Open Community Fundraiser

This October, the Sydney French Open was held in Kingsford. The two-day tennis tournament helps support New Caledonian families who must travel to The Children’s Hospital in Westmead for their child’s cancer treatment.

News

11 Oct '22
Jonathan Dooley joins the Redkite Board

Redkite is delighted to announce Jon Dooley has joined the Board of Directors

Jonathan Dooley joins the Redkite Board

Redkite is delighted to announce Jon Dooley has joined the Board of Directors

Community

27 Sep '22
Sun Up 2022 Wrap Up

In August 2022, 928 amazing people across Australia took part in Redkite’s Sun Up Challenge.

Sun Up 2022 Wrap Up

In August 2022, 928 amazing people across Australia took part in Redkite’s Sun Up Challenge.

Community

21 Sep '22
Bridge to Brisbane

On Sunday, 28 August 2022, It was great to see over 100 enthusiastic Coles team members “fly the kite” for kids with cancer in the Bridge to Brisbane this year. All in all, over $14,500 was raised helping make a difference to their lives for the better.

Bridge to Brisbane

On Sunday, 28 August 2022, It was great to see over 100 enthusiastic Coles team members “fly the kite” for kids with cancer in the Bridge to Brisbane this year. All in all, over $14,500 was raised helping make a difference to their lives for the better.

Community

29 Jul '22
Redkite Wellbeing Coordinators provide crucial support

Jess, a Redkite Wellbeing Coordinator explains her role in supporting families in need.

Redkite Wellbeing Coordinators provide crucial support

Jess, a Redkite Wellbeing Coordinator explains her role in supporting families in need.

News

22 Jul '22
KiteCrew – Redkite’s game-changer in childhood cancer support

KiteCrew is a free support app that coordinate’s all the practical support a family needs while their child is being treated for cancer.

KiteCrew – Redkite’s game-changer in childhood cancer support

KiteCrew is a free support app that coordinate’s all the practical support a family needs while their child is being treated for cancer.

Father standing on the beach, holding his baby son in his arms. The baby has a nasogastric tube inserted in his nose.

Community

12 Jul '22
Storytime helps siblings understand their baby brother’s cancer

When baby Eli was diagnosed with cancer, his parents didn’t know how to tell their other children.

Storytime helps siblings understand their baby brother’s cancer

When baby Eli was diagnosed with cancer, his parents didn’t know how to tell their other children.

Community

6 Jun '22
Workplace Giving helps staff feel proud

Nova Pharmaceuticals started their iGive program as a way for the company and its people to support the community in which they live and work, and to contribute towards making a difference.

Workplace Giving helps staff feel proud

Nova Pharmaceuticals started their iGive program as a way for the company and its people to support the community in which they live and work, and to contribute towards making a difference.

Community

23 May '22
Crunching for a cause

It’s been 25 years since Monique Keighery volunteered at Redkite’s first-ever corporate quiz event. Little did Monique know she would go on to work for Redkite – and become CEO!

Crunching for a cause

It’s been 25 years since Monique Keighery volunteered at Redkite’s first-ever corporate quiz event. Little did Monique know she would go on to work for Redkite – and become CEO!

Dare to Dream Scholarship 2022

News

5 May '22
Scholarship dares teens with cancer to dream big

Samuel Ottery, 2021 national winner, is calling on kids everywhere to apply for the Dare to Dream Scholarship

Scholarship dares teens with cancer to dream big

Samuel Ottery, 2021 national winner, is calling on kids everywhere to apply for the Dare to Dream Scholarship

Deanne Stewart

News

2 May '22
Deanne Stewart joins the Redkite Board

Redkite is delighted to welcome Aware Super’s CEO, Deanne Stewart, to its Board.

Deanne Stewart joins the Redkite Board

Redkite is delighted to welcome Aware Super’s CEO, Deanne Stewart, to its Board.

Christopher Milross

News

22 Feb '22
A/Prof. Chris Milross joins the Redkite Board

Redkite is delighted to welcome respected specialist radiation oncologist A/Prof. Chris Milross to its Board.

A/Prof. Chris Milross joins the Redkite Board

Redkite is delighted to welcome respected specialist radiation oncologist A/Prof. Chris Milross to its Board.

A family in a hospital room arounda little boy in bed.

News

21 Feb '22
Redkite launches national awareness campaign

When a child gets cancer, everyone is affected. That’s the key theme for Redkite’s national awareness campaign taking place in February and March.

Redkite launches national awareness campaign

When a child gets cancer, everyone is affected. That’s the key theme for Redkite’s national awareness campaign taking place in February and March.

Community

19 Jan '22
How your passion inspires our CEO (and her daughters)

It’s been 25 years since Monique Keighery volunteered at Redkite’s first-ever corporate quiz event. Little did Monique know she would go on to work for Redkite – and become CEO!

How your passion inspires our CEO (and her daughters)

It’s been 25 years since Monique Keighery volunteered at Redkite’s first-ever corporate quiz event. Little did Monique know she would go on to work for Redkite – and become CEO!

Community

19 Jan '22
Cancer survivor and baker Kurtis

Life after cancer is sweet for Kurtis, thanks to our supporters.

Cancer survivor and baker Kurtis

Life after cancer is sweet for Kurtis, thanks to our supporters.

Vienna holding a cake

News

6 Dec '21
2021 Dare to Dream Finalist: Future pastry chef, Vienna Savaris

“I still can’t believe she was there cooking for the MasterChef Judges when only 12 months earlier she was in hospital having chemo, radiation and a bone marrow transplant.”

2021 Dare to Dream Finalist: Future pastry chef, Vienna Savaris

“I still can’t believe she was there cooking for the MasterChef Judges when only 12 months earlier she was in hospital having chemo, radiation and a bone marrow transplant.”

Travis on his horse Penny

News

6 Dec '21
2021 Dare to Dream Finalist: Aspiring Paralympian, Travis Newman

“When I got Penny, it was just after my third operation on my leg. I was sad and frustrated, but she gave me the motivation to start living my dream. I couldn’t wait to get off my crutches and start riding again.”

2021 Dare to Dream Finalist: Aspiring Paralympian, Travis Newman

“When I got Penny, it was just after my third operation on my leg. I was sad and frustrated, but she gave me the motivation to start living my dream. I couldn’t wait to get off my crutches and start riding again.”

Sienna with her bike

News

6 Dec '21
2021 Dare to Dream Finalist: Great Victorian Bike Rider, Sienna Cox

“It is my passion to be a voice for those who aren’t able to use their own, for those who are still fighting and those not yet diagnosed.”

2021 Dare to Dream Finalist: Great Victorian Bike Rider, Sienna Cox

“It is my passion to be a voice for those who aren’t able to use their own, for those who are still fighting and those not yet diagnosed.”

News

6 Dec '21
2021 Dare to Dream Finalist: Future business leader, Elliot Prasad

“This degree means more than the world to me as I know that once I graduate, the worse part of my life is officially over and I can move on with the bigger parts of my dreams.”

2021 Dare to Dream Finalist: Future business leader, Elliot Prasad

“This degree means more than the world to me as I know that once I graduate, the worse part of my life is officially over and I can move on with the bigger parts of my dreams.”

News

6 Dec '21
2021 Dare to Dream Finalist: Future podcaster, Molly Croft

“It is my passion to be a voice for those who aren’t able to use their own, for those who are still fighting and those not yet diagnosed.”

2021 Dare to Dream Finalist: Future podcaster, Molly Croft

“It is my passion to be a voice for those who aren’t able to use their own, for those who are still fighting and those not yet diagnosed.”

News

26 Nov '21
Partnerships that stand the test of time: BOC and Redkite

Leading gas and engineering company BOC, a subsidiary of Linde plc, was the first corporate to partner with children’s cancer support charity Redkite, back in 1998. A case study.

Partnerships that stand the test of time: BOC and Redkite

Leading gas and engineering company BOC, a subsidiary of Linde plc, was the first corporate to partner with children’s cancer support charity Redkite, back in 1998. A case study.

News

25 Nov '21
Meet our 2021 Dare to Dream Scholarship Winner

Samuel Ottery had always dreamed of a career in medicine, and he has just been named as the national winner of the Redkite and Coles Dare to Dream Scholarship.

Meet our 2021 Dare to Dream Scholarship Winner

Samuel Ottery had always dreamed of a career in medicine, and he has just been named as the national winner of the Redkite and Coles Dare to Dream Scholarship.

Community

10 Nov '21
Bridge to Brisbane

On Sunday, 7 November 2021, almost 100 Coles team members pulled on their joggers and a Redkite singlet and took part in the 25th annual Bridge to Brisbane fun run.

Bridge to Brisbane

On Sunday, 7 November 2021, almost 100 Coles team members pulled on their joggers and a Redkite singlet and took part in the 25th annual Bridge to Brisbane fun run.

Advocacy and research

11 Oct '21
Webinar Summary: Hidden health crisis – children’s cancer needs more than medicine

In a recent webinar, Redkite launched their latest research which reveals why children’s cancer needs more than medicine.

Webinar Summary: Hidden health crisis – children’s cancer needs more than medicine

In a recent webinar, Redkite launched their latest research which reveals why children’s cancer needs more than medicine.

News

13 Sep '21
Coles Express Redkite Week is back

Copacabana student Bella Farrugia is set to be the face of national Coles Express fundraiser Redkite Week which raises much-needed funds for leading children’s cancer support charity Redkite.

Coles Express Redkite Week is back

Copacabana student Bella Farrugia is set to be the face of national Coles Express fundraiser Redkite Week which raises much-needed funds for leading children’s cancer support charity Redkite.

Community

26 Aug '21
International Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

Every day in Australia, 3 families hear the words “your child has cancer” and their world is turned upside down. This September we shine the spotlight on children’s cancer and the impact that it has on families.

International Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

Every day in Australia, 3 families hear the words “your child has cancer” and their world is turned upside down. This September we shine the spotlight on children’s cancer and the impact that it has on families.

The big LED screen at Metricon Stadium promotes Red Day with the words, "Show children with cancer we're on their team"

News

10 Aug '21
Record amount raised at 2021 Swans Red Day

The annual Sydney Swans Red Day raised a record amount for families in 2021.

Record amount raised at 2021 Swans Red Day

The annual Sydney Swans Red Day raised a record amount for families in 2021.

Girl with cancer and her mum

Community

2 Aug '21
You were there when Noelle and her family needed you most

Supporter news You were there when Noelle and her family needed you most The day when Noelle’s daughter, three-year-old Scout,…

You were there when Noelle and her family needed you most

Supporter news You were there when Noelle and her family needed you most The day when Noelle’s daughter, three-year-old Scout,…

A girl and woman walking hand in hand

Community

2 Aug '21
You’re helping us improve services for families and kids with cancer

Supporter news You’re helping us improve services for families and kids with cancer We recently conducted a Family Needs Survey…

You’re helping us improve services for families and kids with cancer

Supporter news You’re helping us improve services for families and kids with cancer We recently conducted a Family Needs Survey…

Community

2 Aug '21
You gave this young family something truly priceless

Supporter news You gave this young family something truly priceless Little Vinny came into the world happy and healthy.He was…

You gave this young family something truly priceless

Supporter news You gave this young family something truly priceless Little Vinny came into the world happy and healthy.He was…

A woman and child smiling

Community

30 Jul '21
You wrapped Nicky and her family in love

Supporter news You wrapped Nicky and her family in love Childhood cancer can be traumatic and terrifying. Thanks to you,…

You wrapped Nicky and her family in love

Supporter news You wrapped Nicky and her family in love Childhood cancer can be traumatic and terrifying. Thanks to you,…

Woman smiling in the camera

Community

30 Jul '21
Kathy is making the gift of a lifetime!

Supporter news Kathy is making the gift of a lifetime! When Kathy signed up for a quiz night in support…

Kathy is making the gift of a lifetime!

Supporter news Kathy is making the gift of a lifetime! When Kathy signed up for a quiz night in support…

News

20 Jul '21
Celebrating $40 million raised by Coles!

Since 2013, when our partnership began, the incredible commitment of Coles has enabled Redkite to continually evolve and respond to the needs of families across Australia who have been impacted by their child’s cancer.

Celebrating $40 million raised by Coles!

Since 2013, when our partnership began, the incredible commitment of Coles has enabled Redkite to continually evolve and respond to the needs of families across Australia who have been impacted by their child’s cancer.

Board member Georgie Gardner

News

14 Jul '21
Georgie Gardner joins Redkite Board

Redkite is delighted to welcome respected television journalist Georgie Gardner to its Board.

Georgie Gardner joins Redkite Board

Redkite is delighted to welcome respected television journalist Georgie Gardner to its Board.

MPA networking breakfast for Redkite

News

23 Jun '21
MPA hosts networking breakfast to support Redkite

“Organisations that find a greater purpose beyond just delivering their mission and really engage with the community, bringing their staff on that journey, report more satisfaction, productivity and staff wellness.”

MPA hosts networking breakfast to support Redkite

“Organisations that find a greater purpose beyond just delivering their mission and really engage with the community, bringing their staff on that journey, report more satisfaction, productivity and staff wellness.”

Coles Express Redkite Week

News

21 Jun '21
Coles Express Redkite Week

Coles Express customers all over Australia can make a direct impact on families facing childhood cancer, with a week-long Coles Express and Redkite ‘round up’ fundraiser starting today, Monday 21 June.

Coles Express Redkite Week

Coles Express customers all over Australia can make a direct impact on families facing childhood cancer, with a week-long Coles Express and Redkite ‘round up’ fundraiser starting today, Monday 21 June.

News

26 May '21
24-hour Golf Challenge

A group of Brisbane golfing mates, led by Cricket Australia’s Lachlan Begg, are putting themselves through a gruelling 24-hour golf challenge to raise vital funds for Redkite.

24-hour Golf Challenge

A group of Brisbane golfing mates, led by Cricket Australia’s Lachlan Begg, are putting themselves through a gruelling 24-hour golf challenge to raise vital funds for Redkite.

News

21 May '21
Redkite welcomes new Chairman, Mark Rigotti

After almost 30 years of supporting Redkite, Mark now takes on the important role of Chairman of Redkite’s Board of Directors.

Redkite welcomes new Chairman, Mark Rigotti

After almost 30 years of supporting Redkite, Mark now takes on the important role of Chairman of Redkite’s Board of Directors.

Teenage cancer patient blowing bubbles in hospital

Community

20 May '21
Teah is rebuilding her life with the support of Redkite

Supporter news Teah is rebuilding her life with the support of Redkite At 17, and in remission from acute lymphoblastic…

Teah is rebuilding her life with the support of Redkite

Supporter news Teah is rebuilding her life with the support of Redkite At 17, and in remission from acute lymphoblastic…

Ava and Ollie smiling

Community

19 May '21
Your kindness is helping families like Ava’s. Thank you!

Supporter news Your kindness is helping families like Ava’s. Thank you! When a child is diagnosed with cancer, the financial…

Your kindness is helping families like Ava’s. Thank you!

Supporter news Your kindness is helping families like Ava’s. Thank you! When a child is diagnosed with cancer, the financial…

Mother and daughter hug on a hospital bed, with a banner of the Kleenex and Redkite logos beneath them

News

12 May '21
Kleenex® partnership helps families facing childhood cancer

While stocks last, every box of Kleenex® Everyday Jumbo Tissues sold at Coles will help a family facing childhood cancer.

Kleenex® partnership helps families facing childhood cancer

While stocks last, every box of Kleenex® Everyday Jumbo Tissues sold at Coles will help a family facing childhood cancer.

News

15 Apr '21
Podcast – Why it’s time men talked about their feelings

In the latest episode of his podcast, Byron Cooke and his guests open up about asking for help, mental wellbeing and why there’s no time like the present for Australian men to reach out.

Podcast – Why it’s time men talked about their feelings

In the latest episode of his podcast, Byron Cooke and his guests open up about asking for help, mental wellbeing and why there’s no time like the present for Australian men to reach out.

Community

23 Mar '21
Interview with Claire Masula, Redkite’s Senior Social Worker

During her career as a social worker, Claire found it was her work with young people, children and their families that was making her heart light up.

Interview with Claire Masula, Redkite’s Senior Social Worker

During her career as a social worker, Claire found it was her work with young people, children and their families that was making her heart light up.

News

23 Mar '21
2020 Dare to Dream Scholarship: Meet two of the winners

Last year, Miranda, from the Gold Coast and Lara, from Dural, were two of just eight young Australians to be awarded a Redkite and Coles Dare to Dream scholarship.

2020 Dare to Dream Scholarship: Meet two of the winners

Last year, Miranda, from the Gold Coast and Lara, from Dural, were two of just eight young Australians to be awarded a Redkite and Coles Dare to Dream scholarship.

Community

2 Feb '21
Mum and Dad inspired to go Dry in July in support of Redkite

Kate and James Rule were inspired to take part in Dry July in support of Redkite’s programs for young people facing cancer.

Mum and Dad inspired to go Dry in July in support of Redkite

Kate and James Rule were inspired to take part in Dry July in support of Redkite’s programs for young people facing cancer.

Community

2 Feb '21
Thanks to you, Dads are even better together

When Karl’s seven-year-old son Richie was diagnosed with a rare childhood cancer, he struggled to talk about how he was feeling.

Thanks to you, Dads are even better together

When Karl’s seven-year-old son Richie was diagnosed with a rare childhood cancer, he struggled to talk about how he was feeling.

Community

2 Feb '21
Your beautiful acts of kindness helped Hugh and his family

Cancer seems like a lifetime ago for 10-year-old Hugh and his family. But his mum, Tess, still has the Red Bag that provided her with essentials when he was diagnosed.

Your beautiful acts of kindness helped Hugh and his family

Cancer seems like a lifetime ago for 10-year-old Hugh and his family. But his mum, Tess, still has the Red Bag that provided her with essentials when he was diagnosed.

Community

2 Feb '21
Childhood cancer comes at a great cost

When eight-year-old Abdullah was diagnosed with leukaemia, his mum Reema dropped everything to be by his side in hospital.

Childhood cancer comes at a great cost

When eight-year-old Abdullah was diagnosed with leukaemia, his mum Reema dropped everything to be by his side in hospital.

Mum, Leah, cuddling her daughter, Hailey, on a hospital bed.

Community

2 Feb '21
In 2020, you helped kids get through the double threats of cancer and COVID-19

You may remember bubbly six-year-old Hailey we told you about before Christmas.

In 2020, you helped kids get through the double threats of cancer and COVID-19

You may remember bubbly six-year-old Hailey we told you about before Christmas.

Community

2 Feb '21
Time to get crunching!

It’s Crunch time! When you participate in Crunch4Kids, your family and friends will sit up and take notice.

Time to get crunching!

It’s Crunch time! When you participate in Crunch4Kids, your family and friends will sit up and take notice.

Mother, father and teenage son, baby son and four-year-old son who has cancer

News

16 Dec '20
A little Coles Christmas cheer at the end of a tough year

Christmas came early for nearly 2000 families when they received a special gift from Coles.

A little Coles Christmas cheer at the end of a tough year

Christmas came early for nearly 2000 families when they received a special gift from Coles.

Coles Express Round Up Week

Community

26 Nov '20
Coles Express: Rounding up support for families with cancer this Christmas

Redkite Week at Coles Express has become an incredibly dynamic, fun and engaging community fundraising initiative, raising much-needed funds for Redkite families.

Coles Express: Rounding up support for families with cancer this Christmas

Redkite Week at Coles Express has become an incredibly dynamic, fun and engaging community fundraising initiative, raising much-needed funds for Redkite families.

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Community

23 Nov '20
The impact of your support

You told us you would like to know more about the impact your support makes. In the past year, you’ve helped to…

The impact of your support

You told us you would like to know more about the impact your support makes. In the past year, you’ve helped to…

News

23 Nov '20
Storytelling with a difference

How do you talk to a child about cancer and what’s happening to them? How do you help them express their feelings? Nothing about cancer is easy.

Storytelling with a difference

How do you talk to a child about cancer and what’s happening to them? How do you help them express their feelings? Nothing about cancer is easy.

Community

23 Nov '20
Trek for kids with cancer crosses finish line

News & media Trek for kids with cancer crosses finish line Team Vari finish their 23 day, 740km childhood cancer…

Trek for kids with cancer crosses finish line

News & media Trek for kids with cancer crosses finish line Team Vari finish their 23 day, 740km childhood cancer…

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Community

23 Nov '20
After months apart, Leah and Hailey are reunited with their family

Supporter news After months apart, Leah and Hailey are reunited with their family The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted many people lives….

After months apart, Leah and Hailey are reunited with their family

Supporter news After months apart, Leah and Hailey are reunited with their family The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted many people lives….

News

23 Nov '20
A day in the life of a hospital-based social worker

News & media A day in the life of a hospital-based social worker When a child with cancer is admitted…

A day in the life of a hospital-based social worker

News & media A day in the life of a hospital-based social worker When a child with cancer is admitted…

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Community

23 Nov '20
Isabella shaves her head in support of Redkite

News & media Isabella shaves her head in support of Redkite While receiving treatment at Westmead Children’s Hospital, eight-year-old Isabella…

Isabella shaves her head in support of Redkite

News & media Isabella shaves her head in support of Redkite While receiving treatment at Westmead Children’s Hospital, eight-year-old Isabella…

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Community

26 Oct '20
Trek for kids with cancer crosses finish line

Two mothers, who walked for 740kms and 23 days through South Australia for their daughter Natalie’s dying wish to pay it forward for others, arrived at the Royal Adelaide Hospital on 23 October.

Trek for kids with cancer crosses finish line

Two mothers, who walked for 740kms and 23 days through South Australia for their daughter Natalie’s dying wish to pay it forward for others, arrived at the Royal Adelaide Hospital on 23 October.

Community

21 Sep '20
Cancer gives Kyle, twice diagnosed with disease, a reason to run

Twice diagnosed with cancer, Kyle takes on the 4x4x48 Challenge this September to raise funds for Redkite.

Cancer gives Kyle, twice diagnosed with disease, a reason to run

Twice diagnosed with cancer, Kyle takes on the 4x4x48 Challenge this September to raise funds for Redkite.

Community

24 Aug '20
Bookworm mum raffles off best-sellers for kids with cancer

A young mother who has rediscovered her passion for reading thanks to COVID-19, is sharing her love of books to raise money for Redkite, and she’s inspired a raft of best-selling authors to help her.

Bookworm mum raffles off best-sellers for kids with cancer

A young mother who has rediscovered her passion for reading thanks to COVID-19, is sharing her love of books to raise money for Redkite, and she’s inspired a raft of best-selling authors to help her.

Community

10 Aug '20
Border closures no barrier to childhood cancer awareness trek

Belinda and Maria had planned to walk all the way from Adelaide to Melbourne in memory of their late daughter. But when COVID-19 closed the state border, the mothers took a different path.

Border closures no barrier to childhood cancer awareness trek

Belinda and Maria had planned to walk all the way from Adelaide to Melbourne in memory of their late daughter. But when COVID-19 closed the state border, the mothers took a different path.

Community

6 Jul '20
Grand effort from Coles North Lakes raises much-needed funds for kids with cancer

The team at Coles North Lakes in Queensland crushed their fundraising goal and raised $1127 in Redkite’s Crunch 4 Kids with Cancer.

Grand effort from Coles North Lakes raises much-needed funds for kids with cancer

The team at Coles North Lakes in Queensland crushed their fundraising goal and raised $1127 in Redkite’s Crunch 4 Kids with Cancer.

Community

1 Jul '20
Crunch 4 Kids: Vinny’s Village raises over $5000 for kids with cancer

Vinny’s Village, the family ab-crunching squad from Port Augusta, raised over $5000 in the Crunch 4 Kids challenge. Redkite supported Vinny’s family after the five-month-old was diagnosed with neuroblastoma.

Crunch 4 Kids: Vinny’s Village raises over $5000 for kids with cancer

Vinny’s Village, the family ab-crunching squad from Port Augusta, raised over $5000 in the Crunch 4 Kids challenge. Redkite supported Vinny’s family after the five-month-old was diagnosed with neuroblastoma.

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Advocacy and research

24 Jun '20
Childhood cancer & COVID-19 cause peak parental stress

A recent survey of parents and carers of children with cancer receiving support from leading childhood cancer support charity Redkite, found that nearly two thirds (64%) rated their stress as high – seven or more out of 10.

Childhood cancer & COVID-19 cause peak parental stress

A recent survey of parents and carers of children with cancer receiving support from leading childhood cancer support charity Redkite, found that nearly two thirds (64%) rated their stress as high – seven or more out of 10.

Community

8 Jun '20
Crunch 4 Kids: Vinny’s Village supports families and kids with cancer

Vinny was diagnosed with cancer at two-months-old. His family is now raising funds for Redkite during Crunch 4 Kids.

Crunch 4 Kids: Vinny’s Village supports families and kids with cancer

Vinny was diagnosed with cancer at two-months-old. His family is now raising funds for Redkite during Crunch 4 Kids.

Community

25 May '20
Crunch 4 Kids: Get #quarantoned for kids with cancer

Harry Cunningham, Sydney Swans midfielder, wants you to join the team that’s getting #quarantoned for kids with cancer this June.

Crunch 4 Kids: Get #quarantoned for kids with cancer

Harry Cunningham, Sydney Swans midfielder, wants you to join the team that’s getting #quarantoned for kids with cancer this June.

Advocacy and research

7 Apr '20
Cartoons give people a taste of a world with cancer and COVID-19

Powerful cartoon series draws parallels between childhood cancer and life in a global pandemic.

Cartoons give people a taste of a world with cancer and COVID-19

Powerful cartoon series draws parallels between childhood cancer and life in a global pandemic.

News

1 Apr '20
Coles Hot Cross Buns help provide critical support to families with cancer

Critical phone counselling for families of children with cancer during the pandemic will receive a funding boost through the sale of Coles traditional hot cross buns this Easter.

Coles Hot Cross Buns help provide critical support to families with cancer

Critical phone counselling for families of children with cancer during the pandemic will receive a funding boost through the sale of Coles traditional hot cross buns this Easter.

News

31 Mar '20
Stockland keeps Redkite’s family support lines open during lockdown

When COVID-19 put the country into lockdown, Stockland’s donation of laptops kept Redkite’s support lines open.

Stockland keeps Redkite’s family support lines open during lockdown

When COVID-19 put the country into lockdown, Stockland’s donation of laptops kept Redkite’s support lines open.

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Community

3 Feb '20
Trekkers to reach their peak for Redkite

Melbourne couple David and Hayley Smith-Devereux are swapping the building tops of the city for the mountain tops of the Himalayas in April for a cause that is close to their hearts.

Trekkers to reach their peak for Redkite

Melbourne couple David and Hayley Smith-Devereux are swapping the building tops of the city for the mountain tops of the Himalayas in April for a cause that is close to their hearts.

Community

1 Feb '20
Sydney Swans star celebrates unsung hero of childhood cancer

Harry Cunningham, from the Sydney Swans, features in eBook For the Love of Bread by national children’s cancer charity Redkite.

Sydney Swans star celebrates unsung hero of childhood cancer

Harry Cunningham, from the Sydney Swans, features in eBook For the Love of Bread by national children’s cancer charity Redkite.

News

1 Jan '20
2019 Dare to Dream Scholarship: Chayde Tooley hopes to fulfil his dream of reaching the skies

With his Redkite and Coles 2019 Dare to Dream Scholarship, Chayde Tooley’s dream of becoming a commercial airline pilot is about to take off.

2019 Dare to Dream Scholarship: Chayde Tooley hopes to fulfil his dream of reaching the skies

With his Redkite and Coles 2019 Dare to Dream Scholarship, Chayde Tooley’s dream of becoming a commercial airline pilot is about to take off.

Community

25 Nov '19
Christmas lights shine for children with cancer

Snow in summer, a life-sized Santa Claus on a rocking chair, and a walk-through dome full of twinkling coloured lights are just some of the hundreds of decorations making a Christmas wonderland for Melbourne residents from Sunday, 1 December.

Christmas lights shine for children with cancer

Snow in summer, a life-sized Santa Claus on a rocking chair, and a walk-through dome full of twinkling coloured lights are just some of the hundreds of decorations making a Christmas wonderland for Melbourne residents from Sunday, 1 December.

Advocacy and research

11 Sep '19
New research reveals the cost of cancer impacting Australian families

A Redkite survey reveals the hidden financial burden childhood cancer puts on families.

New research reveals the cost of cancer impacting Australian families

A Redkite survey reveals the hidden financial burden childhood cancer puts on families.

Community

6 Jun '19
How Country Road are helping families like Kerryn’s

For 10 years, a Country Road bear has been packed in every Redkite Red Bag. Here’s just one bear’s story.

How Country Road are helping families like Kerryn’s

For 10 years, a Country Road bear has been packed in every Redkite Red Bag. Here’s just one bear’s story.

News

5 Jun '19
Country Road unveils a new Red Bag for families facing cancer

To celebrate 10 years of partnership, Country Road has given Redkite’s Red Bag a major makeover.

Country Road unveils a new Red Bag for families facing cancer

To celebrate 10 years of partnership, Country Road has given Redkite’s Red Bag a major makeover.

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