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A Dinner for Change — A Huge Success
Our Canberra gala brought together 120 guests for an unforgettable evening of generosity, raising vital funds for brain cancer research.
DDF Awards $150,000 Research Grant to Rao Laboratory
The Daniela Dwyer Foundation presented a $150,000 fellowship to Professor Sudha Rao's lab at QIMR Berghofer, advancing groundbreaking liquid biopsy research.
Lana Takes On the Bibbulmun Track for DDF
In an incredible feat of endurance and heart, Lana hit the trail to raise funds and awareness for brain cancer research through DDF.
Inaugural Grey Matter Gala Raises Over $60,000
Perth's first Grey Matter Gala exceeded expectations, uniting 200 supporters for a spectacular night that raised over $60,000 for the cause.
7NEWS Interview: Advancing Brain Cancer Research
Channel 7NEWS visited the Grey Matter Gala to interview DDF Director Taylor Bow and Professor Sudha Rao, highlighting groundbreaking liquid biopsy research.
Locky and Ash Run Sri Chinmoy Triathlon for DDF
Long-time friends of Daniela, Locky Gould and Ash, took on the Sri Chinmoy Triathlon in Canberra, raising over $1,300 for brain cancer research.
It's Time to Order Your Dahlia Tubers!
Introducing 'Daniela's Spirit', a stunning dahlia named in honour of Daniela — bright, bold, and full of life. Available exclusively through Hansford's Dahlias.
DDF Honoured at Joseph Jones Racing 50th Anniversary Race Day
DDF was proud to be chosen as the official charity at the 50th anniversary of Joseph Jones Racing at Thoroughbred Park, Canberra.
2025 City2Surf Recap
Team DDF joined thousands of runners for the iconic 14km City2Surf from Hyde Park to Bondi Beach, united in support of brain cancer research.
S30 / DDF Trivia Night – A Massive Success!
Over 100 trivia enthusiasts packed S30 Mt Lawley for a night of fun, auctions, and prizes — raising over $20,000 for brain cancer research.
DDF Race Day 2.0 – A Winning Day for a Worthy Cause
DDF's second annual Race Day at Thoroughbred Park raised $17,500 for brain cancer research — an afternoon of racing, style, and generosity.
A Revolutionary Leap in Cancer Detection
DDF awards a further $50,000 grant to Professor Sudha Rao's lab at QIMR Berghofer, fast-tracking the development of a world-first liquid biopsy test for early cancer detection.
DDF Race Day 1.0 – A Day to Remember
The Foundation's very first Race Day at Thoroughbred Park was a resounding success, raising $32,000 for brain cancer research in a day filled with racing, community spirit, and hope.
Fundraiser Quiz Night @ S30
Over 120 people packed S30 Mt Lawley for a night of fun, prizes, and fierce competition — raising an incredible $25,000 for the Daniela Dwyer Fellowship.
Inaugural Fellowship Awarded to Professor Sudha Rao
The Daniela Dwyer Foundation partners with Professor Sudha Rao at QIMR Berghofer, awarding the inaugural Fellowship for her pioneering AI-based liquid biopsy research.
DDF Announced as Recipient of Qantas Side By Side Grant
Thanks to long-time supporter and Qantas Pilot Brendan Scoble, DDF was awarded a $10,000 Qantas Side by Side Grant to fund brain cancer research.
Joining Forces with Tigani Motorsport and Supabarn
DDF joins Supabarn Racing at the Repco Bathurst 12 Hour, with the team's Mercedes-AMG GT3 proudly displaying DDF signage to raise awareness for brain cancer research.
Lyndall's 80 Day Challenge
Lyndall Heddle takes on an 80-day alcohol-free challenge to raise funds for DDF and vital brain cancer research, inspired by her long friendship with the Dwyer family.
Encanta Partnership
DDF welcomes Encanta Event Management as a corporate partner. Renee Bennett and her team generously donate $1 from every delegate registration — over 9,000 and counting.
Quiz Night Success
DDF's very first public fundraising event — a quiz night at S30 Mt Lawley — hosted over 120 people and raised $15,000 for brain cancer research.
Team DDF Run in the Canberra Marathon
Johnny Taylor ran the full 42.2km while Natalie Dwyer, Stephanie Way and Cameron Rettke completed the half marathon, raising $6,785 for brain cancer research.
2022 MACA Cancer 200 Ride
The "DEE IS GREAT" team honoured Daniela's memory and passion for cycling by riding in the MACA Cancer 200 Ride for Research across Western Australia.