Ladies Who Lunch presented by GV Health Foundation, Shepparton (2026)

Name: Ladies Who Lunch presented by GV Health Foundation
Address: Shepparton, VIC, AU
Telephone: +61358310160

05/06/2026

This week the GV Health Foundation is delighted to have launched the ‘I Care for Cancer Care’ fundraising appeal, a major community effort to help build a much needed Integrated Cancer Centre for the Goulburn Valley.

Victoria has six designated regional public health services, yet GV Health is the only one without an Integrated Cancer Centre. At the same time, demand for cancer care is rapidly rising. In just four years, treatments delivered at GV Health’s Oncology Unit have increased by 54%, from 10,679 to 16,476. GV Health’s current facilities simply weren’t designed for this level of demand or the long term, ongoing nature of modern cancer care.

A fully integrated centre would bring cancer care together under one roof, reducing travel for patients and ensuring they can access world class care close to home. While the Australian Government has committed $30M for Stage 1, the $90M required for Stage 2 has not been secured.

With community support, the Foundation is aiming to raise $5 million. The appeal is already off to an impressive start thanks to a generous $1 million donation from the Copulos Family Foundation.

Now we need you! We’re calling on individuals, businesses and community groups to say “I Care for Cancer Care” and help bring first class cancer care to the Goulburn Valley.

To donate https://gvhealthfoundation.supporterhub.net.au/donations/appeal-2026?source=fbl

If you would like to learn more about this important community appeal contact Director of GV Health Foundation Amy De Paola via [email protected]

04/05/2026

We’re excited to announce that Tegan Higginbotham will return as emcee for the 2026 Ladies Who Lunch, Shepparton’s highlight social event of the year! ✨

Tegan is an award-winning comedian, actor and one of Australia’s most versatile screenwriters, with a career spanning film, television, radio and live performance. You might recognise her from roles in Oddball and Holding The Man, or from TV favourites like Nowhere Boys and This is Littleton.

In 2026, Tegan is set to appear in the new Stan Original Series Gnomes, while continuing her writing, with projects like Jones Family Christmas and several new works in development.

A familiar face on panel shows including Have You Been Paying Attention? and Spicks and Specks, Tegan brings sharp wit, warmth and quick thinking to every stage she steps onto.

And thankfully for us, she’ll once again bring her trademark energy, and the rare talent of wrangling 600+ guests through a jam-packed day of raffles, entertainment and fun, all (mostly) on schedule.

📅 Ladies Who Lunch, Sunday, October 26, 2026
🎟 Tickets on sale September 1!

28/04/2026

Thanks to the collective impact of our 2025 supporters, last year's Ladies Who Lunch event raised an incredible $1️⃣8️⃣5️⃣,0️⃣0️⃣0️⃣!

Once again, we are calling on local businesses and organisations to partner with us as a sponsor or supporter to help ensure women in our region can access quality cancer care, close to home.

Ladies Who Lunch is proudly presented with the support of the GV Health Foundation, and raises vital funds for women’s oncology services at Goulburn Valley Health. Every dollar raised helps strengthen regional health care for women and girls across the Goulburn Valley.

Sponsorship is a meaningful way to show your support for local women, give back to the community, and align your brand with a powerful cause. We are seeking raffle prizes and auction items. We also offer Gold, Silver and Bronze sponsorship packages.

To learn more or get involved, email: [email protected] for our sponsorship packages or contact one of our wonderful committee members:
Alex McCaffrey
Amy DePaola
Cheryl Collins
Courtney Butler
Jo Bradshaw
Jo-Anne Foster
Kathy Fuller
Karen Prahar
Liz Varapodio
Melissa Gilmour
Morgan Dyer
Raathika Saranathan
Tilly McClusky
Vicki Scott

This year's event will be held on Sunday, October 25, 2026.

23/04/2026

Thanks to the collective impact of our 2025 supporters, last year's Ladies Who Lunch event raised an incredible $1️⃣8️⃣5️⃣,0️⃣0️⃣0️⃣!

Once again, we are calling on local businesses and organisations to partner with us as a sponsor or supporter to help ensure women in our region can access quality cancer care, close to home.

Ladies Who Lunch is proudly presented with the support of the GV Health Foundation, and raises vital funds for women’s oncology services at Goulburn Valley Health. Every dollar raised helps strengthen regional health care for women and girls across the Goulburn Valley.

Sponsorship is a meaningful way to show your support for local women, give back to the community, and align your brand with a powerful cause. We are seeking raffle prizes and auction items. We also offer Gold, Silver and Bronze sponsorship packages.

To learn more or get involved, email: [email protected] for our sponsorship packages or contact one of our wonderful committee members:
Alex McCaffrey
Amy DePaola
Cheryl Collins
Courtney Butler
Jaimee Squire
Jo Bradshaw
Jo-Anne Foster
Kathy Fuller
Karen Parhaar
Liz Varapodio
Melissa Gilmour
Morgan Dyer
Raathika Saranathan
Tilly McClusky
Vicki Scott

This year's event will be held on Sunday, October 25, 2026.

20/04/2026

📣Exciting News!

We’re thrilled to announce that the brilliant Denise Scott is joining us for Lunch! 🌟🎤
A true icon of Australian comedy, Denise has brought her unmistakable warmth and razor-sharp timing to beloved shows like Mother and Son, Please Like Me, Winners and Losers and House Husbands. On stage, she’s a powerhouse, taking home major honours including a Helpmann Award and multiple Melbourne Comedy Festival awards.

After navigating her own cancer experience in recent years, Denise returns to the stage with trademark honesty, resilience and wit, bringing a perspective that makes her a particularly meaningful fit for our event supporting women facing cancer.

Denise is set to bring heart, humour and a few well-earned laughs to what’s shaping up to be another unforgettable Ladies Who Lunch.

📅 Ladies Who Lunch, Sunday, October 26, 2026
🎟 Tickets on sale soon — don’t miss out!

Address

Shepparton, VIC

Telephone

+61358310160

Website

https://gvhealthfoundation.org.au/

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