The Alfred Foundation

13/11/2025

Looking to support The Alfred at Melbourne Marathon next year? 🏃‍♀️

The 2026 ballot is officially open and closes Tuesday 25 November so get in quick!

To register, visit: https://endurancecui.active.com/new/events/95745110/select-race?e4p=0509f0e9-9e97-45b9-a9ef-989b31946172&e4ts=1763008095&e4q=16d0f5db-096f-4a26-861d-9dbdd2c4d586&e4c=active&e4e=imgaawe00011&_ga=2.224851410.939487346.1763008083-557184621.1724301997&e4h=0e18615b2904f7a817c06a4a6b4561b2&e4rt=Safetynet&error=login_required&state=e756d8f4-def0-4a42-b270-0ae70b8f7e8a&_p=8267054014865791

The Ballot for the 2026 Nike Melbourne Marathon and Nike Half Marathon is NOW OPEN.

Don’t miss the opportunity to experience Melbourne like never before, as you race through its vibrant streets, finishing at the legendary MCG. During this ballot window, premium registrations – including VIR and the all-new Club 42 – will also be allocated via their own ballot process.

BALLOT CLOSES - 10:00 AM AEDT TUESDAY 25TH NOVEMBER

Make sure your personal and payment details are correct, as incomplete or incorrect entries can’t be accepted when the ballot is drawn.

Here's your chance. We'll see you on Sunday the 11th of October, 2026.

07/11/2025

We were rapt to be joined by some of our wonderful supporters at this year's annual Alfred Health Nurses Lunch at Kooyong Lawn Tennis Club.
Jenni, Anthony and Andrew (centre from left), pictured with Sue, are all passionate about supporting our Alfred Health nursing workforce while also being dedicated to the future of the hospital by remembering The Alfred with a gift in Will.
To find out more about supporting The Alfred with a gift in your Will or to talk about ways to support our nurses, please contact Sue or Feygl on (03) 9076 3222.

30/10/2025

TODAY is your last chance to purchase a raffle ticket and support The Alfred!!

Valued at almost $70k, the Jayco Starcraft Caravan offers unbeatable value and is perfect for those entering the caravan market. Packed with smart storage, a fully equipped kitchen, ensuite, and spacious living, it’s ideal for couples or small families seeking adventure.

Get your tickets before it's too late! https://rafflelink.com.au/alfredcriticalcare25

27/10/2025

One of our leaders in the Skin Bioengineering Laboratory, within the Victorian Adult Burns Service (VABS) at The Alfred, got a firsthand glimpse of what firefighters experience recently.
Associate Professor Shiva Akbarzadeh attended the Immersion Program at the Fire Rescue Victoria Academy with other guests.
The invitation to take part was a huge honour for The Alfred team - an extension of the wonderful partnership between VABS and the Fire Fighters Charity Fund, whose extraordinary support has helped expand the bioengineered skin manufacturing capacities at The Alfred.
For all partnership inquiries, please phone The Alfred Foundation philanthropy team on 9076 3222.

24/10/2025

More than $3000 was raised for the Burns Unit at The Alfred thanks to the efforts of Natimuk & District Field & Game Inc and CFA (Country Fire Authority) District 17 at its annual clay pigeon event.

Coordinator Dale Russell, a life member of both groups, recently toured the burns unit with Dr Tam Quinn (pictured), said it was an “honour” to visit. “It highlighted to me the dedication and wonderful care that The Alfred provides to our community,” he said.

Mr Russell said he was “blown away” by the donations, which were much higher than in the past. The event has been running since 2001 and is closing in on a total of $30,000 over its lifetime.

23/10/2025

Thanks to our Melbourne Marathon participants who collectively raised almost $5k for The Alfred ❤️

Pictured is Zoe who completed the full marathon - raising almost $1.5k in support of the ICU and burns teams who recently cared for a family member

To find out what other events are coming up, check out https://www.alfredhealth.org.au/the-alfred-foundation/events

21/10/2025

This week is Invisible Disabilities Week (19–25 October)! 🌻

We are a proud participant of the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower initiative with the sunflower being an international symbol to show that the user has a hidden disability or chronic condition that is not obvious.

This may mean you or a loved one need some extra support when coming to hospital. Not all disabilities are visible — but a little understanding and kindness can go a long way in making everyone feel seen and supported.

For more information on the initiative, visit

Alfred Health - Providing leading healthcare for the people of Melbourne and Victoria.

14/10/2025

Still feeling those post Melbourne Marathon endorphins and ready for your next race?!

Run Melbourne registrations are officially open 🏃

Super early bird pricing ends in December, for all the details on how you can support The Alfred in Run Melbourne visit https://runmelbourne26.grassrootz.com/the-alfred-foundation

07/10/2025

It's not too late to purchase a raffle ticket and support The Alfred!

The Alfred’s Mobile ECPR pilot program brings lifesaving heart and lung support directly to cardiac arrest patients in the community. And every ticket sold will help us secure the future of this groundbreaking pilot program.

Draw Date is 31st of October so don't miss out!

https://rafflelink.com.au/alfredcriticalcare25

Raffle Permit Number: 10297/25 Drawn 31/10/25. Ts & Cs apply. There is an agreement with Glacier Park Group Pty Ltd (ACN 670 432 185, trading as Rafflelink) to promote or conduct this raffle for reward

02/10/2025

More than $250,000 has been raised for the Alfred Health Nurses Fund through the annual Alfred Health Nurses Lunch.

Over 200 guests gathered at the Kooyong Lawn Tennis Club to celebrate and support our the Alfred Health nursing workforce.

Our sincere thanks to all sponsors, donors and supporters whose contributions enable our nurses to excel.

The Alfred Health Nurses Fund was launched in September 2024 to provide scholarships for nurses across clinical practice, research, informatics, education, and management.

To support the fund, please visit https://alfred-nursing-event-2025.raiselysite.com/

30/09/2025

Our latest Impossible newsletter, showcasing some of the most exciting developments that are coming through The Alfred Foundation, is out now!

Highlights in this edition include an in-depth look at how bioengineered skin is potentially altering treatment of patients with complex major burns, and how arguably the most convenient radiotherapy treatment option in the world is now available to some prostate cancer patients in Gippsland.

We also have an update on the ongoing developments of the silicosis trial - a world-first trial which is aiming to halt progression of the deadly lung disease.

All of these advancements are only possible thanks to the support of donors and support from the wider community.

You can read and download Impossible here: https://www.alfredhealth.org.au/the-alfred-foundation/news/impossible-spring-2025-newsletter

25/09/2025

There were smiling faces aplenty at the Paula Fox Melanoma and Cancer Centre this week as patients received a heartwarming boost from the community.
As part of a fundraising and awareness-raising campaign at Overnewton Anglican Community College in Keilor, senior school students handwrote messages on hundreds of daffodils, as seen in the photos.
These were then presented to patients as they attended the centre for treatment and classes.
Minderoo Foundation Wellness Centre Manager Nicole Jackson said participants “loved the surprise flower messages”.
Thank you to everyone involved for this initiative!
Pictured are Cancer Specialist Nurses with some of the messages in the PFMCC, members of the Mind Body Program with the flowers, and some of the messages written by senior students.