News - 2016 
The latest news, interviews and articles from Cancer Council Western Australia
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
Updated 5 Sep 2018.
Across the country, around 750 children are diagnosed with cancer each year, but survival rates are high. more ...
Talking to someone with cancer
Updated 31 Oct 2017.
It's normal to feel lost for words, no matter how close you are with the person who has cancer. more ...
Inspiration for the ULTIMATE Girls’ Night In
Posted 8 Oct 2017.
The options for your GNI are endless! So, we have compiled some ideas to help you get started. more ...
Coping with cancer over the festive season
Posted 23 Dec 2016.
Christmas can be difficult when you or someone you know is affected by cancer. To help, we've put together some tips for coping over the festive season. more ...
Milroy Lodge a ‘home away from home’ for Ravensthorpe couple
Posted 23 Dec 2016.
"This has been a quiet, peaceful and safe place to stay.” more ...
For Jenny, our CCWA bus is so much more than a transport service
Posted 21 Dec 2016.
Golden Bay resident, Jenny Ballard is full of praise for our transport to treatment service from Rockingham. more ...
Thank you for supporting our Grand Getaway Lottery
Posted 20 Dec 2016.
Thank you to all of our incredible supporters who purchased a ticket in our Grand Getaway Lottery. more ...
Rethink ‘relax’ over the summer holidays
Posted 20 Dec 2016.
It’s vital to stay active, even while on holidays. more ...
5 tips for putting on a healthy Christmas spread that doesn't blow the budget
Posted 13 Dec 2016.
Anne Finch shares her top 5 ways to avoid a Christmas blowout. more ...
2015 - 2016 Annual Review
Posted 8 Dec 2016.
Our annual review showcases some of our achievements and the incredible people who've helped us along the way. more ...
7 Tips to find gifts that give good health this Christmas
Posted 7 Dec 2016.
Do your friends and family a favour this Christmas by making healthy gifts a priority on your shopping list. more ...
Garfield discusses his experience at Milroy Lodge
Posted 5 Dec 2016.
According to Garfield Bissett, Milroy Lodge is a piece of ‘heaven’. more ...
Research aims to ease stress for DCIS breast cancer patients
Posted 29 Nov 2016.
CCWA funded research aims to ease stress for women facing difficult decisions around treatment. more ...
Milroy Lodge makes the world of difference to Mark’s treatment
Posted 28 Nov 2016.
“The quietness and nature around Milroy Lodge really make it feel like home to me.” more ...
Top tips to stay safe in the sun
Updated 24 Nov 2016.
Our SunSmart Manager, Mark Strickland caught up with the team at WA Today to offer his top 5 tips for staying safe in the sun this summer. more ...
Shock stats: only one in three under-45s are SunSmart
Posted 23 Nov 2016.
A recent survey show only one out of three West Australians aged between 18 and 45 regularly use sun protective clothing to guard against skin cancer. more ...
Choose presents with purpose this Christmas
Posted 18 Nov 2016.
As the festive season quickly approaches finding that perfect gift for your friends and loved ones can get tricky! more ...
New Plan will drive efforts to help reduce Aboriginal cancer deaths
Updated 31 Jan 2017.
Our Reconciliation Action Plan is being heralded as a significant step forward more ...
Free info session to help ease the financial stress of cancer
Posted 9 Nov 2016.
Finances should be the last thing on your mind when dealing with cancer, but unfortunately for too many it can become a major source of stress. more ...
Don’t Fur-get to register for Bark For Life!
Posted 7 Nov 2016.
Bark For Life is a dog-friendly community walk event celebrating the invaluable support our furry friends provide during a cancer experience. more ...
Meet April, our Cancer Support Coordinator for the Midwest
Posted 3 Nov 2016.
Find out how April can help you. more ...
Coping with cancer – Is it normal to feel depressed after treatment?
Updated 28 Oct 2016.
It’s common to feel a range of conflicting emotions – both good and bad after completing treatment. more ...
Complementary Therapy Program commences at Milroy Lodge
Posted 2 Nov 2016.
CCWA's Milroy Lodge now offers a Complementary Therapy Program. more ...
Our Grand Getaway Lottery is here!
Posted 31 Oct 2016.
Tickets are now on sale for our Grand Getaway Lottery! more ...
