Find the latest news from Canteen featuring stories from the young people and families we support as well as updates on our research and services.
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We're thrilled to announce that Canteen Australia is now on TikTok! This marks a significant milestone for us as we continue our mission to support young people when cancer turns their world upside down.
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Canteen teamed up with Delta Goodrem to deliver a special segment during Nine’s ‘Christmas with Delta’ that aired on 17, 24 & 25 December.
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On Friday 2 February, Canteen young people and their families impacted by cancer got up close and personal with iconic Australian band The Living End for an exclusive, once-in-a-lifetime experience.
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We surveyed young people who use Canteen Connect to understand what was working well and what we could improve.
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As we wrap up for the year, we're excited to share the remarkable achievements outlined in our Annual Report 2023.
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Recently, Salt Meats & Cheese flung open their doors to our young people by hosting interactive cooking classes.
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Canteen has proudly launched its Culturally Responsive Framework. This framework is for all Canteen team members and outlines how Canteen will work with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander young people and their families impacted by cancer.
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Canteen’s iconic National Bandanna Day has so far raised over $35 million to support young people impacted by cancer.
![From left to right: Camp Quality CEO Deb Thomas, Mark Butler MP, Cancer Australia CEO Dorothy Keefe, Canteen Australia CEO Peter Orchard, Redkite CEO Monique Keighery](/sites/default/files/styles/home_view/public/2023-11/cancerhub.png)
We’re delighted that the Australian Government has today announced $9.4m in funding to enable us to continue delivering this vital service until 2027.
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The launch of the new Australian Cancer Plan (the Plan) yesterday is an exciting milestone for cancer care in Australia. This is a once in a generation opportunity to improve experiences and outcomes for people affected by cancer.
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The hidden costs of cancer can be particularly difficult for young people and can have long-term implications.
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