Cancer Council SA

We have been inspired by some of the stories of people finding lung cancer early since the introduction of the new National Lung Cancer Screening Program. November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month and we are hosting an information evening, where you'll get to hear from experts about lung cancer screening. 📆 Wednesday 3 December ⏰ 6.00 - 8.30 pm 📍 Cancer Council SA, 202 Greenhill Road Eastwood This night is for you, if you are: ▪️wanting to find out more about lung cancer screening ▪️eligible for lung cancer screening ▪️working in the health industry ▪️interested in hearing from experts in the lung cancer space. Register today 👉 https://loom.ly/VthGK-Y #CancerCouncilSA #LungCancerAwarenessMonth

One of our amazing Volunteers, David is generously selling his paintings in an Art Exhibition at Greenhill Lodge to raise funds for our prevention, research and support services! David began volunteering as a Transport to Treatment bus driver about six years ago. Painting was a hobby that David started in retirement and now he has so many paintings around the house, that he’s run out of walls to hang them on! So he thought, why not use them to raise funds for a good cause. David has partnered up with a talented, well-known South Australian artist from the Riverland, Tony Smith, who has also generously donated his artwork to the cause. Tony recently stayed with us at Greenhill Lodge while undergoing cancer treatment. You can visit the art exhibition until the end of the week at 202 Greenhill Road Eastwood. #CancerCouncilSA #CancerSupport

Marilyn Jetty Swim will have a new look in 2026 as we head to Marion Outdoor Pool for a fun and festive pool party on Sunday 8 February, and registrations are now open! You may have seen it in the news already, but our little swim is going to look different next year. To ensure our Marilyns are guaranteed to make a splash, we made the decision to change things up in 2026. Marilyn Jetty Swim: Poolside Edition will bring the pool party atmosphere with fun, games and team challenges, all while supporting South Australians impacted by cancer. And we’ll still support our friends at the Brighton Jetty Classic, with our gorgeous Marilyns able to take part in the Marilyn Mile parade on Sunday 1 February - we’ll have more information on that for you soon. Register today to make a splash at the 2026 Marilyn Jetty Swim: Poolside Edition: www.themarilyns.org #CancerCouncilSA #MarilynJettySwim

What an incredible morning at our inaugural Impact Breakfast! We were delighted to celebrate a year of life-changing achievements that have been supported by our fantastic government, health, research and philanthropic partners. Our guests heard from our Chief Executive Kerry Rowlands and Chair The Hon. Karlene Maywald about our work across cancer prevention, research and support and the real-life impact for South Australians, including: ▪️35,700 nights of accommodation for country people at Greenhill Lodge. ▪️More than 1,100 face-to-face counselling sessions delivered.  ▪️More than 4,500 connections made to our 13 11 20 nurses.  ▪️150,000 children and educators protected from harmful UV radiation.  ▪️More than $1.8 million invested into local cancer research. ▪️A 28% decrease in vaping rates among young people aged 15–29. Our research panel, Dr Peter Diamond, Dr Jennifer Baldock and Dr Paul Joyce also spoke about the progress being made in cancer research thanks to Cancer Council SA's continued commitment to investing in groundbreaking, local research projects. This impact is only possible through the generosity of our donors, the dedication of our staff and volunteers, and the trust of our community. A huge thank you to everyone who has supported Cancer Council SA over the past year for helping us reduce the rate and impact of cancer for all South Australians. Read more about what we’ve achieved together in our annual Impact Report: https://loom.ly/uGXqnlg #CancerCouncilSA

📢 Call for abstracts: South Australian Social and Behavioural Cancer Research Symposium We’re excited to announce the 2026 South Australian Social and Behavioural Cancer Research Symposium. 💬 Theme: United by Unique: Stories, Research, and Action in Cancer 📅 Date: 4 February 2026 (World Cancer Day) 📍 Venue: SAHMRI, North Terrace, Adelaide Cancer Council SA invites researchers to showcase their work and contribute to the collective knowledge driving cancer research in South Australia. We welcome abstracts across areas including psychosocial, behavioural, social determinants of health, supportive care, public health and epidemiology, health policy and economics, health communication, health translation, implementation science, and allied health. Research must be applicable to a South Australian context. Please submit your abstract by Friday 28 November online by visiting the link here: https://loom.ly/wcZfkIE For more information, please contact Cancer Council SA Researcher Dr Ryan Calabro at 📧 rcalabro@cancersa.org.au Let’s come together to share stories, research, and action that makes a difference this World Cancer Day. #CancerResearch #WorldCancerDay #SouthAustralia #CancerCouncilSA

These incredible golfers took on The Longest Day ultimate golf challenge today on our official day (and over the weekend)! So far, we've raised a HUGE $170,000 - with still many more golfers teeing off until the end of the year. A big thank you to the Bordertown Golf Club, Highercombe Golf and Country Club and Tanunda Pines Golf Club for hosting our golfers today! Special shout out to Strathalbyn Golf Club and Blackwood Golf Club who were the first clubs to host their Longest Days over the weekend. There's still time to take part with 27 golf clubs across South Australia registered to host throughout November and December! Find your local golf club and register to take on the ultimate golf challenge at www.longestday.org.au #CancerCouncilSA #TheLongestDay

We've partnered with the City of Onkaparinga to install SunSmart pavement stickers in 20 local playgrounds, parks and community centres! Our Chief Executive Kerry Rowlands joined with City of Onkaparinga CEO Phu Nguyen at Niipu-niipu Wama/Morton Park today to celebrate the launch of the SunSmart Parks Project and unveil the new pavement stickers. As we head into summer, these stickers are a great reminder to families visiting the parks to protect their skin and Slip, Slop, Slap, Seek and Slide when the UV is 3 and above. Each sticker also has a QR code link to get more information about sun protection or to download the SunSmart Global UV app to receive daily UV alerts and sun protection times. Learn more about sun protection at sunsmart.org.au #CancerCouncilSA #CancerPrevention #SunSmart

SA Power Networks Employee Foundation have been long term supporters of Cancer Council SA since 1998, raising over $1.3 million through a number of campaigns and fundraising initiatives over the years. Last month we were honoured to accept another incredibly generous donation of $10,000 from the Foundation’s committee! 💛 Thank you to SA Power Networks Employee Foundation for your ongoing support of South Australians impacted by cancer. #CancerCouncilSA

Last week our Behavioural Research Team hosted a Research Student Showcase, featuring presentations from three of our talented summer research students! ▪️Savannah Kaveberg, who conducted a pilot study into measuring cognitive function in people who have had cancer using the Oxford Multiple Errands Task (OxMET). ▪️Jordyn Callea, who investigated how perceptions of weight influence how healthcare students' respond to cancer. ▪️Lily Pearl, who explored the psychosocial factors affecting participation in cancer-based peer support. This was a wonderful opportunity to hear about the exciting work they’ve accomplished over the past few months and to support these three emerging researchers as they share their findings. Please join us in celebrating their hard work and contributions to our research community. #CancerCouncilSA #CancerResearch

Our website has a fresh new look! Check out our new hub for cancer prevention, research, information and support 👉 www.cancersa.org.au #CancerCouncilSA