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We are delighted to announce the launch of our new Allogeneic Transplant Guide, a comprehensive resource designed to support patients, carers and families through every stage of the transplant journey. Years in the making, this guide has been developed through a significant collaborative effort, bringing together the expertise of transplant healthcare professionals, patients and carers […]

Supporting nurses and allied health professionals shaping the future of blood cancer care Arrow is proud to announce the August 2026 Travel & Conference Scholarship recipients, three outstanding healthcare professionals dedicated to improving outcomes for people living with blood cancers and those recovering from stem cell transplants and cellular therapies. August’s recipients – Kristina Whelan, […]

The Sydney Marathon 2026 was more than a race — it was a celebration of courage, community and the incredible impact people can make when they run with purpose. This year, our Team Arrow runners took on the challenge to raise awareness and vital funds for patients undergoing bone marrow and stem cell transplants, one […]

The Arrow Foundation is proud to support healthcare professionals across Australia through our Travel Scholarship Program, helping them access vital education, strengthen clinical practice, and contribute to improved outcomes for patients undergoing stem cell transplantation and cellular therapies. In August 2026, four scholarship recipients attended the Australia and New Zealand Transplant and Cellular Therapies (ANZTCT) […]

Adam shares his experiences navigating the first 100 days of transplant alongside his son Charlie, offering his personal perspective and tips on what families may face during this intense and uncertain time.  In September 2025, my 18 year- old son Charlie was diagnosed with leukemia.  He was fit, active, and had recently started a job, […]

Levelling the Playing Field: ANZTCT ASM 2026 Brings the Transplant Community Together Arrow was proud to once again partner with the Australia and New Zealand Transplant and Cellular Therapies (ANZTCT) Annual Scientific Meeting (ASM), held this year at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) in Melbourne. Now in its fourth year, the ASM continues to […]

As a final‑year PhD student, Anna Li is helping to share the future of supportive care for stem cell transplant patients. Her work on the HSCT BIOME clinical trial, the first study in Australia to investigate Faecal Microbiota Transplantation (FMT) as a supportive intervention for patients undergoing autologous stem cell transplantation, focuses on improving gut […]

For many people, the phrase “sex, drugs and rock and roll” might conjure up images of an Elvis impersonator’s lifestyle. But not for Peter.  “I don’t drink, I don’t smoke, I don’t do drugs,” he says.  A self-confessed gym junkie and lifelong athlete, Peter has spent years playing AFL, kickboxing and bodybuilding. He believes his […]

What do I need to do to get better? When Vanessa was told she had a suspected case of leukaemia, she dropped the cup she was washing in the sink. She was in complete shock but held onto that word ‘suspected’, telling herself everything will be fine. In the hospital, her treating haematologist and two […]

Arrow Foundation was honoured to be the charity partner at this year’s NIBA NSW Gala Lunch, an event that brought together industry leaders, colleagues and supporters for an afternoon of generosity and shared purpose. What unfolded in that room was nothing short of extraordinary. Thanks to the compassion and commitment of NIBA members and attendees, […]

At Arrow Foundation, we are committed to empowering healthcare professionals across the multidisciplinary team who play a vital role in improving outcomes for patients undergoing bone marrow and stem cell transplants. This year, we were proud to support Heather Weerdenburg, Senior Oncology Bone Marrow Transplant Pharmacist at the Royal Children’s Hospital (RCH) Melbourne, an Arrow […]

When Jenny Nixon received a stem cell transplant to treat myelodysplasia, she never imagined it would lead to one of the most profound and meaningful connections of her life – meeting Lars, the man from Germany who selflessly donated his stem cells to save a stranger. Following her transplant and recovery, Jenny felt a deep […]