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Compassionate care for breast cancer patients in our community

At Monash Health, we are privileged to have the support of five McGrath Cancer Care Nurses across our Moorabbin, Casey and Dandenong Hospitals.  The nurses’ important roles ensure that patients and families facing breast cancer across our local community receive expert and compassionate care when it matters most. They provide clinical, psychosocial, practical, and emotional support.  ‘Our role is to support and advocate for patients and families. We are here to be their direct contact

Run Melbourne: Lace up for a cause and become a Charity Superstar!

Are you ready to make every step count? We are looking for passionate individuals to join the Monash Health Foundation at this year’s Run Melbourne and become Charity Superstars. Run alongside your friends, family and Monash Health care teams and work together towards a goal that will directly support our patients and their families. By

Community generosity shines at Buddhist Flower Ceremony

Community members gathered at the Wat Buddharangsi Buddhist Temple in Springvale South on Sunday, 29 March – celebrating the annual Buddhist Flower Ceremony.  The cultural event included traditional offerings, with the Cambodian community choosing to raise funds to support the Monash Health Foundation and young patients and their families at Monash Children’s Hospital.  Thanks to

Bailey’s Day tees up in support of Monash Children’s Cancer Centre

The Monash Health Foundation is proud to share that the 2026 Bailey’s Day has raised over $300,000 to make a significant difference in the lives of children and their families facing cancer.  Over the last twenty-two years, Patrick Tessier OAM has been hosting the annual fundraising golf day in support of the Monash Children’s Cancer Centre. Bailey’s

Your invitation to the Monash Children’s Hospital Shine Gala!

The Monash Health Foundation is thrilled to invite you to its signature fundraising event for 2026 – the Monash Children’s Hospital Shine Gala.    Join us on Saturday 13 June at the elegant Sofitel Melbourne on Collins for a spectacular evening of entertainment and fundraising, in support of our very special hospital.  Event details   Date: Saturday, 13 June Time: 6:30 PM to 12:00

Write your Will for free this Charity Wills Week

Did you know that more than half of Australians don’t have a Will? Having a Will is one of the most important ways to protect the people you love and ensure your wishes are honoured. It can also be a meaningful way to support causes that matter to you.  Charity Wills Week runs from 16–30 March 2026, offering a timely reminder

Transforming kidney transplant care in Victoria and Tasmania

The Monash Health Foundation and Nephrology team are proud to have supported the purchase of a new kidney perfusion machine (known as XVIVO Kidney Assist Transport) to help transform kidney transplantations across Victoria and Tasmania. The world-leading portable transport device uses the power of oxygen to improve and extend organ preservation times, graft viability, and