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Review into Organ Donation

Transplant Australia has welcomed the announcement by the Federal Government of an independent review into organ and tissue donation in Australia. Acknowledging the decision by the Assistant Minister for Health,…

Chris ThomasMay 27, 2015

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New Chairman for Transplant Australia

The Directors of Transplant Australia have elected a new Chairman to replace Dr Alan Amodeo who stepped down this month after five years in the role. Deputy Chair, Mr Jason…

Chris ThomasApril 28, 2015

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Dots 21 years: from the cliffs edge to loving each and every day

My name is Dot and in 1989 at 36 I had a small leg infection for which I was prescribed penicillin. I still had an infection after the first course…

Chris ThomasApril 9, 2015

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Are you a Sayer or a Do-er?

I think I used to be a say-er. I would say that I wanted to do things, but never really do them. Why? Was the things that I was saying…

Chris ThomasMarch 26, 2015

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Sarah and Jason’s Thumbs up for Organ Donation

I would like to share my husband’s liver transplant story. We feel it is important to tell it as much as possible to promote the importance of organ donation, and…

Chris ThomasMarch 12, 2015

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Bryan Williams – Cancer Survivor, Heart Transplant Recipient to Marathon Swimmer!

After surviving childhood cancer and a heart transplant, my donor’s heart has now enabled me to complete two marathon 20km Rottnest Channel Swim’s. This blog outlines my most recent swim,…

Chris ThomasFebruary 25, 2015

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New Anti-doping Policy

Transplant Australia’s Board adopted a new Anti-doping Policy at its December Board Meeting after advice from Australia’s anti-doping agency. All members participating in sporting activities are encouraged to review the…

Chris ThomasDecember 2, 2014

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Transplant Trek Concludes at Government House

Transplant Australia CEO Chris Thomas completed his transcontinental ride across Australia at NSW Government House on Saturday, November 29. Chris travelled 4,335kms from Perth to Sydney over 45 days to…

Chris ThomasNovember 15, 2014

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Members are invited to Wisteria Blooming – A Dance Spectactular

Transplant Australia is pleased to announce that the Wisteria Blooming Dance Performance will support our great cause. This event will take place at the Chatswood Concourse Theatre on Sunday, December…

Chris ThomasNovember 9, 2014

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Santa for Day

Santa for a Day is back! On Friday 12 December we are asking YOU to let your belly wobble like a bowl for of jelly and be a Santa for…

Chris ThomasOctober 30, 2014

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General News

Review into Organ Donation

New Chairman for Transplant Australia

Dots 21 years: from the cliffs edge to loving each and every day

Are you a Sayer or a Do-er?

Sarah and Jason’s Thumbs up for Organ Donation

Bryan Williams – Cancer Survivor, Heart Transplant Recipient to Marathon Swimmer!

New Anti-doping Policy

Transplant Trek Concludes at Government House

Members are invited to Wisteria Blooming – A Dance Spectactular

Santa for Day

Become a contributor

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