Wagga Wagga BRANCH
Murrumbidgee Region
Assisting our community, locally…
ABOUT US
Can Assist Wagga Wagga was originally formed in 1979. After a brief closure the branch started again in 2017. We are a group of community minded people who raise money to assist locals who are undergoing treatment for cancer.
Areas Serviced: Alfredtown, Ashmont, Belfrayden, Berry Jerry, Big Springs, Bomen, Book Book, Boorooma, Borambola, Bourkelands, Brucedale, Bulgary, Burrandana, Carabost, Cartwrights Hill, Collingullie, Cookardinia, Coursing Park, Currawananna, Currawarna, Downside, East Wagga Wagga, Estella, Euberta, Eunonoreenya, Gelston Park, Glenfield Park, Gobbagombalin, Gregadoo, Harefield, Hillgrove, Kooringal, Kyeamba, Lake Albert, Lloyd, Maxwell, Moorong, Mount Austin, Oberne Creek, Oura, Pulletop, Rowan, San Isidore, Springvale, Tatton, The Gap, Tolland, Turvey Park, Wagga Wagga, Wagga Wagga North, Wagga Wagga South, Wallacetown, Wantabadgery, Westby, Westdale, Yarragundry, Yathella
Financial Assistance
We understand that families struggle to cope with a reduced income as a result of a cancer diagnosis and that they face increased expenses from travel, accommodation and medical costs.
Accommodation Assistance
Lilier Lodge provides accommodation for people undergoing cancer treatment at nearby facilities including the Riverina Cancer Care Centre, Wagga Wagga Base Hospital and Calvary Hospital. Local cancer patients are also welcomed to drop in during the day.
Our Supporters
Our Branch would not exist without our members, volunteers and community supporters. We thank them for their contribution.
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News & Media
Upcoming Events
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Local Resources & Information
Lilier Lodge
Located in Wagga Wagga, Lilier Lodge provides relaxing and homely accommodation for people undergoing cancer treatment to nearby facilities. They understand the specific needs of cancer patients and their carers.
Areas Serviced: Alfredtown, Ashmont, Belfrayden, Berry Jerry, Big Springs, Bomen, Book Book, Boorooma, Borambola, Bourkelands, Brucedale, Bulgary, Burrandana, Carabost, Cartwrights Hill, Collingullie, Cookardinia, Coursing Park, Currawananna, Currawarna, Downside, East Wagga Wagga, Estella, Euberta, Eunonoreenya, Gelston Park, Glenfield Park, Gobbagombalin, Gregadoo, Harefield, Hillgrove, Kooringal, Kyeamba, Lake Albert, Lloyd, Maxwell, Moorong, Mount Austin, Oberne Creek, Oura, Pulletop, Rowan, San Isidore, Springvale, Tatton, The Gap, Tolland, Turvey Park, Wagga Wagga, Wagga Wagga North, Wagga Wagga South, Wallacetown, Wantabadgery, Westby, Westdale, Yarragundry, Yathella
Every Can Assist branch has a story.
Meet Leanne. 👋 Leanne is the face of this year’s Can Do the Distance campaign. And just like so many of us, she’s doing the distance for someone she loves: her sister, Ellie.
Ellie was supported by Can Assist Harden and Young throughout her cancer journey, helping her and her family navigate the 5,000km they travelled for treatment. When Ellie’s cancer returned aggressively, she sadly passed away at just 27 years old.
👟This August, Leanne is walking 270km in Ellie’s memory, taking on 10km for every year of her sister’s life. Ellie was passionate about spreading the word about Can Assist so more country families could find the support they need, and find it earlier. Leanne is carrying that message forward with every kilometre.
Maybe you could be the face of next year’s Can Do the Distance campaign? Or perhaps you know someone whose story deserves to be shared?
There’s still time for our local community to get behind our branch and help raise funds to support people affected by cancer right here in our community. ❤️ Give back locally and donate to our branch today: www.candothedistance.org.au
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The days are getting longer, the weather is starting to warm up, a bit.
And that means Markets by the Lake will be back soon. The first one back after the break is August 29th and we hope to see you there. ... See MoreSee Less
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Our 2026 Youth Spotlight is shining on QUADE 🌟
Quade is a local 16- year- old young person, living and giving his voluntary time in Wagga Wagga!
His ongoing commitment to supporting Can Assist Wagga Wagga (Can Assist - Country Cancer Support ) through fundraising activities, regularly volunteering his time at community events and sharing the positive work Can Assist can offer to the broader community, is simply AMAZING 👏
Well done Quade - Wagga is one lucky community to have your time and efforts spent locally!
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The 2026 Wagga Youth Spotlight series is a celebration of the United Nations International Day of Youth, which is an annual day held on Wednesday 12 August. This digital series will run for 7 days, and is a meaningful way to recognise the important contribution and leadership of 12-25 year olds in our local community. ... See MoreSee Less
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Such a great young man … congratulations Quade x
An amazing job that you do Quade and make many people proud of you
Great job mate
Quade, I've known you & your mum for a few years now. I must say, you are exceptional in your dedication to raise funds for Can Assist Wagga Wagga. This recognition is only the start of what a great advocate & person you will be in your future. Stand tall & be proud! L xx💛💙
Well done Quade, A great contribution to the local community, as well as making a positive impact on so many peoples lives. 😃😃😃
A wonderful young man. Well done Quade! Can Assist is so lucky to have you on board.⭐️
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🎉 Over $20,000 raised for country cancer patients and their families across regional, rural and remote NSW. How amazing!
🫶 A huge thank you to every participant and every donor!
If you haven't joined in yet, there's still plenty of time. Registration is free, and when you sign up, you can choose our branch so every dollar you raise stays local, supporting people in our own community when they need it most.
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⏰ Just 4 days to go! Are you ready to Do the Distance for local people affected by cancer?
Walk or run your way this August and help raise funds for people in our community facing cancer. Every dollar raised for our branch stays local, helping provide practical support when it's needed most.
✅ Registration is free.
👟 Challenge your family, friends or workmates to join you. Together, every step makes a difference.
💚 Sign up today and do the distance for our community: www.candothedistance.org.au
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👟 What if 30 people from our community joined Can Do the Distance?
If each person raised just $400 (that's only 10 donations of $40), together we could raise $12,000 to help local people facing cancer through our Can Assist branch.
🫂 That's the power of our community coming together.
This August, we're inviting our community to take on Can Do the Distance. Can Assist's month-long walking challenge that helps local people with the everyday costs of cancer treatment. You don't have to be a marathon runner, and you don't have to walk every day. Simply choose a distance that suits you, ask your family and friends to support you, and every dollar you raise stays right here in our community.
Your fundraising helps local people with fuel, accommodation, travel, parking, medical expenses and other everyday costs, so they can focus their treatment. Whether you're walking for a loved one, a friend, a neighbour, or simply because you believe in looking after our community, every step makes a real difference.
Registrations are now open. Join our branch, start fundraising today, and walk with us this August.
👉 www.candothedistance.org.au/
🫶 Can't take part? You can still donate to our branch and help local people facing cancer.
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