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2024 Events

2024 Gynaecological Cancer Patient Symposium
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined our 2024 Gynaecological Cancer Patient Symposium - from our generous guest speakers, consumer engagement groups, and the participation of patients, families, and guests both in person and via livestream.

2023 Events
Bolted 2023
Save the date for Bolted 2023 - a Kinder Cup Day, raising funds for QCGC Research & RSPCA Queensland. Tuesday 7 November 2023, from 11.30am in the Grand Ballroom at The Calile Hotel.
UQ Giving Day 2023
Giving day is a 24-hour online fundraising movement where we will be asking alumni and the community to make a gift towards a cause they are passionate about. This year, UQ Giving Day will be taking place on Wednesday 18 October 2023.
Patient Symposium 2023
7 October 2023 | 9am – 2pmnoon AEST Brisbane - Mark this date in your calendar to ensure you can attend our 2023 QCGC Research Patient & Community Symposium!

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Kilimanjaro Cherish Challenge 2023
Show your support or join Team Cherish and Prof Obermair, trekking to the peak of Mount Kilimanjaro this September in the 2023 Cherish Challenge, raising money for vital gynaecological cancer research.

2022 Events
Bolted 2022
Buy your ticket today for Bolted 2022, the alternative Melbourne Cup Party, raising funds for QCGC Research & RSPCA Queensland.

Tuesday 1 November 2022, 11.30am
Grand Ballroom at The Calile Hotel
48 James St, Fortitude Valley
Patient & Community Symposium 2022
Thank you to all those who were able to attend the 2022 QCGC Research Patient & Community Symposium recently, either in-person or remotely. If you would like to view any of the presentations again or if you were unable to make the event, the recording is now available here.
Cherish Challenge Kimberley 2022
In July, Professor Obermair (Director of Research) along with 13 others, will take part in the Cherish Challenge Kimberley 2022 to raise money for vital gynaecological cancer research. QCGC is proud to be a beneficiary of Cherish Women's Cancer Foundation.

2021 Events
Bolted
An alternative Melbourne Cup event that offers an elegant, fashion-forward and exclusive alternative to the usual Melbourne Cup fare that also supports two worthy causes, QCGC Research and RSPCA (Qld)
Patient & Community Symposium
Join us for the 2021 QCGC Research Patient Symposium. This year the event will be offered both onsite our RBWH Herston Campus or online. Read on for more details ...
Cherish Challenge Larapinta 2021
In June, Professor Obermair (Director of Research) will take part in the Cherish Challenge Larapinta 2021, to raise money for gynaecological cancer research. QCGC is proud to be a beneficiary of Cherish Women's Cancer Foundation.

2020 Events
Online Patient & Community Symposium
The 2020 Patient and Community Symposium in September is going virtual which means more women, their families and health teams can join us from anywhere in the world! With travel restrictions and social distancing due to COVID-19, QCGC Research had to find a new way to deliver this important event.
COVID-19 Webinar Series | Part 2
The impact of COVID-19 is being felt all over the world. But how does COVID-19 affect affect women and their families being treated for gynaecological cancer?
COVID-19 Webinar Series | Part 1
The impact of COVID-19 is being felt all over the world. But how does COVID-19 affect affect women and their families being treated for gynaecological cancer?

2019 Events
2019 Patient & Community Symposium
QCGC Research's 2019 Patient & Community Symposium will be held again at Customs House and promises to be another exciting event with a number of great guest speakers lined up. Registrations are now open!
Cherish Trek to Base Camp
In June, Professor Obermair (Director of Research) will take part in the Cherish Trek to Base Camp to raise money for gynaecological cancer research. QCGC is proud to be a beneficiary of Cherish Women's Cancer Foundation.

2018 Events

2018 Patient Symposium
Bringing together women undergoing treatment for gynaecological cancer, their family and friends, and other guests interested in learning about current research into gynaecological cancers. 
The Battle 2018 | Registrations Open
We are proud to be the nominated research partner for this fabulous and fun event! Share this with your friends and start getting a team together!

2017 Events

2017 Patient Symposium
An event, proudly sponsored by AstraZeneca Australia that brings together women undergoing treatment for gynaecological cancer, their family and friends, and guests interested in learning about current research into gynaecological cancers. 
The Battle 2017
We are proud to be nominated again as beneficiary & research partner for this fabulous and fun event! Share this with your friends and start getting a team together!

2016 Events

The Petula Clark Story fundraiser
Do you remember these songs? 'Downtown', 'I Know a Place', 'Love this is my song', 'Colour My World' and many more! These hit songs by Petula Clark were performed by Donna Lee and brought down the roof at Twelfth Night Theatre! Proceeds from these shows will be donated to QCGC Research.
Patient Symposium
An annual event organised by the QCGC Research to provide information on progress and results coming from our research trials and practical advice/information useful for all women during and post gynaecological cancer treatment.
Menopause The Musical fundraiser
What a wonderful night at the Twelfth Night Theatre for QCGC Research's fundraising performance of Menopause The Musical. More than 425 friends gathered at the theatre and laughed at the hilarious look at menopause through the eyes of four women.