General News
15 September, 2026
Free cancer wellness workshop
PEOPLE affected by prostate cancer living in Warrnambool and surrounding areas can plan for life after treatment at a free cancer wellness workshop later this month.
The workshop will run from 9am-4pm on Thursday, September 24 at the City Memorial Bowls Club.
During the session, people who have been affected by prostate cancer (as well as their loved ones) will be able to access a range of valuable information.
The Cancer Council Victoria program is run by local health professionals to assist those affected by cancer in making the change to life after treatment and finding a ‘new normal’.
Topics to be covered will include adjusting to physical and emotional changes after cancer treatment, working with your GP to support a healthy lifestyle, strategies for managing fatigue and other challenges, and connecting to support services in the community.
An average of 265 people are diagnosed with cancer in the greater Warrnambool region each year.
Cancer Council Victoria’s education and training lead Tracie Julian said the program helped cancer survivors and their loved ones adapt to life after treatment.
“We often speak with people affected by cancer who share how challenging it is to return to their lives after their treatment ends,” Ms Julian said.
“Finding a ‘new normal’ is physically and emotionally complex, so we’re looking forward to continuing to support individuals impacted by cancer through the process.”
Feedback from one recent participant of the program said:
“Things didn’t just fall back into place like they were before I got sick. This program really helped me deal with changes in my life at home and at work. It made me realise I wasn’t the only one feeling a bit overwhelmed.”
Another said the program made them feel like they weren’t the only one going through struggles that come out of diagnosis and treatment.
The program is free, but participants must register.
To register, or to find out more, contact the Prostate Cancer Specialist Nurse at South West Healthcare on 5564 4252 or email prostatecancer@swh.net.au.
* Cancer Council Victoria is a non-profit cancer organisation dedicated to world-leading cancer research, prevention, and support since our establishment in 1936.
Its mission is to prevent cancer, empower people and save lives.
Cancer Council’s free information and support service (staffed by qualified cancer nurses) can be reached by phoning 13 11 20.
Anyone affected by cancer, including family members, can call between 9am and 5pm Monday to Friday.
