Meet Dinah, Rockingham's first McGrath Cancer Care Nurse supporting people in Western Australia. 💗
With more than 15 years of nursing experience, Dinah is passionate about empowering patients throughout their cancer experience and providing holistic care every step of the way.
“I’m here as an advocate, helping patients navigate the healthcare system and supporting them for the best possible outcomes,” Dinah shares.
Based at Rockingham General Hospital, Dinah is providing free support to people and families in the local community when they need it most. 💕
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“Before Carissa, I didn’t have anyone to go to.”
Meg was 34, facing a rare cancer after months of uncertainty. Radiotherapy. Five surgeries. Lasting loss of movement in her foot. And through it all, she was raising three children - doing her best to hold everything together.
Then she met her McGrath Cancer Care Nurse, Carissa. 💕
From that point on, things felt different.
Meg had someone in her corner. Someone who could guide her through the physical challenges, support her emotionally, and help her make sense of it all.
That’s how care changes lives. 💗
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Today, we’re celebrating all nurses, including our 367 McGrath Cancer Care Nurses, and thanking them for the dedication and compassion they bring to people and families facing cancer. 💖
Every day, they show up with expertise and heart, supporting people through some of the most challenging moments of their lives.
This International Nurses Day is a chance to recognise the difference that care like this makes. ✨
With close to 1 in 2 people in Australia likely to be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime, the need for this kind of support has never been greater.
Because when the right support is there, it can change everything.
Care changes lives. 💗
👉 Learn more via link in bio.
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When Dan was diagnosed with cancer, everything suddenly felt overwhelming for him and his wife, Simone. Appointments, decisions, different specialists - they didn’t know where to start.
Months later, while watching The Pink Test, they learned the McGrath Foundation was expanding its care to all cancers.
When Dan’s cancer returned, he was connected with his McGrath Cancer Care Nurse, Kelly.
“The difference in care was honestly, incredible. I don’t know how to describe it, words fail me, it’s a game changer. In fact, that doesn’t even feel big enough, it’s life changing.” Dan says.
Kelly helped guide them, coordinate care, and support them as a family, so in a moment that felt uncertain, they weren’t alone anymore.
That’s how care changes lives. 💗
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Kirby was on maternity leave with her two young children when she found a lump while breastfeeding. Within days, she was facing a breast cancer diagnosis.
“Even as a nurse myself, it’s completely different being the patient,” Kirby says.
As treatment began, balancing her health and family life quickly became overwhelming.
Then she connected with her McGrath Cancer Care Nurse, Justine. Someone to guide her, support her, and help her feel more in control.
So, she didn’t have to face it alone.
That’s how care changes lives. 💗
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The news is out… Pink Up Your Town is back for 2026! 🎉
Registrations are now open and we can't wait to see communities across Australia come together once again to turn their towns pink. Big or small, every event helps fund McGrath Cancer Care Nurses, providing free, expert care to people facing all types of cancer. 💕
Round up your crew, start planning, and be part of something truly special. ✨
👉 Register your town today at Pink Up Your Town link in bio.
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Meet Nicola, a McGrath Cancer Care Nurse supporting people and families experiencing colorectal cancer in Bundaberg. 💕
With over 30 years’ experience in nursing and a strong background in oncology, Nicola brings deep knowledge and compassion to her role at Bundaberg Cancer Care Centre.
“In my role, I can support individuals and their families with colorectal cancer with the assistance of the McGrath Model of Care, which addresses all aspects of a cancer diagnosis,” Nicola says. 💖
“It is so important when supporting a patient through a cancer diagnosis that we care for all aspects of well-being, not just the physical implications.”
McGrath Cancer Care Nurses provide free support to people with any type of cancer, helping them navigate treatment and feel supported every step of the way.
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At the Husky Triathlon 2026, a group of eight mates showed up with grit and determination, taking on the 60km ride and 10km run in their pink McGrath bucket hats. 🎉
They raced in support of the Karppinen family, raising funds to help ensure no one goes through cancer without the care of a McGrath Cancer Care Nurse. 💖
Together, they pushed past their fundraising goal, moving for Mari and making every kilometre count.
Thinking about taking on a challenge or race? 🏃
👉 Visit Pink is the Colour in our bio to learn how you can pink up and raise funds to support people experiencing cancer.
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Living with cancer in regional Australia can bring extra challenges.
After an unexpected oesophageal cancer diagnosis in late 2024, Ian began navigating complex treatments while living more than an hour from his nearest major hospital in regional Victoria.
Throughout it all, his McGrath Cancer Care Nurse, Chelsey, has been by his side, coordinating care, offering advice, and providing a trusted point of contact from afar.
“You’re going through a pretty tough time, and having support makes it that little bit easier,” Ian says. “Just being able to pick up the phone and have Chelsey there with advice and solutions has been a huge help.” 💖
Chelsey supports people with lung and oesophageal cancer across Bendigo and surrounding regional areas, ensuring patients like Ian feel connected, supported and cared for no matter the distance.
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Garden Centres of South Australia turned their spaces pink once again for the Strike Me Pink campaign, bringing their communities together for a third year of support. Tracy and the team visited several locations, seeing firsthand the care and commitment from centre.
From pink flowers to high teas, raffles, cupcake stalls, artwork auctions and jellybean guessing competitions, every contribution added up, raising over $16,000 in support of McGrath Cancer Care Nurses.
Care, like any garden, takes time, patience and nurturing. With the right support, it continues to grow and reach more people. Together, these communities are helping ensure more people facing cancer have a McGrath Cancer Care Nurse by their side.
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That's stumps and what an incredible Pink Stumps Day season it’s been. 💗🏏
With over 350 fundraisers held across the country, we've seen a powerful show of support.
From pinking up the pitch to hosting luncheons, it’s this collective effort that brings Pink Stumps Day to life. 👏
Thank you to every club, school, business and community who got involved. Thank you to the legends in the background who organised their Pink Stumps Days. And thank you to the communities that supported by showing up and contributing in every way they could. Your support helps ensure more people facing cancer have a McGrath Cancer Care Nurse by their side. 💗
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Meet Kayalia, a proud Yuwaalaraay woman and experienced oncology nurse, strengthening cancer care for First Nations communities on the Gold Coast. 💖
As the region’s first identified First Nations McGrath Cancer Care Nurse, Kayalia provides free, culturally safe cancer care and support for First Nations patients diagnosed with any type of cancer at Gold Coast University Hospital.
With more than 15 years’ experience as a registered nurse, Kayalia combines deep clinical expertise with a passion for supporting her community.
“As a McGrath Cancer Care Nurse, I want to improve service access and delivery to ensure First Nations cancer patients feel safe, seen, and supported throughout their cancer experience," Kayalia shares. "My goal in my role is to help close the gap by reducing barriers, advocating for culturally appropriate care, and walking alongside Mob so they receive the care they deserve - not just clinically, but culturally and emotionally as well.”
Kayalia’s appointment marks an important step towards addressing inequities in cancer care for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples.
👉 Find your nearest McGrath Cancer Care Nurse via link in our bio.
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