Cancer support, whenever you're ready to talk

Getting support can feel hard, and there’s no right time or right way to reach out. Whether it’s you, your child, a parent or a sibling living with cancer, Cancer Hub is here to listen and help you find the right support, whenever you’re ready. Our services are free, and open to families with children and young people aged 0 to 25.

Choose the option that suits you and your family.

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I’m ready to talk now

If you’re ready to talk now, our team are ready to listen and help you find the right support.

1800 431 312
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I want to book a time to talk

Book a time to talk with our specially trained team who can help connect you with the support you need. 

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Tell us a bit about yourself, or the person you’re enquiring on behalf of, so we can connect them with the right support.

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I want to do something else? Send us an enquiry.

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Ways we can support you

Support looks different for everyone. You can talk one-on-one with a counsellor, connect with others who understand, or get practical help.

See all our services, or find other cancer support hotlines in Australia.

Discover our cancer support services

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Online Support Programs

Redkite’s online support programs are available anytime through the myRedkite portal. These programs are designed to support children, teens, and parents, wherever you are in the cancer journey.

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Canteen Connect

A secure online community where 12-25 year-olds can connect with other young people impacted by cancer, check out events and chat to a counsellor.

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Book Club

We have books for children, teens and adults, covering a range of topics to help throughout the cancer experience. Borrow for free for as long as you like!

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Family Retreats

A precious break for families to reconnect and have a holiday away together, often for the first time since diagnosis.

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Parent and Carer Counselling

Parent and Carer Counselling offers free, flexible telehealth support for parents and carers of children and young people affected by cancer. Sessions build practical strategies for communication, wellbeing and navigating change, guided by your family’s goals.        

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Financial Assistance

Cancer can have a significant impact on a family’s financial situation. Redkite can help by paying for essentials like fuel, groceries, electricity and more. 

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Events and Programs

Canteen’s events and programs give young people some much-needed space away from the daily pressures of living with cancer.   

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Camps

Kids’ Camps and Family Camps are opportunities for kids and their families to have fun experiences together, make positive memories and meet friends who understand.

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Children’s Counselling

Redkite’s Children’s Counselling supports kids with cancer and siblings (5-17 years) through tailored activities. Focusing on emotional well-being, resilience, and self-esteem in a safe, caring environment.

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Frequently asked questions

Yes. You can speak one-on-one with a trained counsellor who understands how cancer affects the whole family, or connect with other young people and families going through something similar. Whatever you’re facing, you don’t have to deal with it on your own, and it’s free.

Three ways: call our team on 1800 431 312, book a time to talk, or fill out the enquiry form. If you’re not sure what you need, we’ll help you work it out.

Cancer Hub supports families with children and young people aged 0 to 25 affected by cancer, whether that’s a child, a parent or carer, or a sibling.

Yes. Cancer Hub’s support services, including counselling, peer support and cancer care support groups, are free, made possible by Canteen, Camp Quality and Redkite.

Our team is available Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm AEST. If you need to talk to someone urgently outside these hours, Lifeline is available 24 hours a day on 13 11 14.

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