Grampians Integrated Cancer Service - GICS

01/03/2026

GICS 2025-26 Professional Development Grants - Now Open!

As part of our ongoing commitment to improving cancer patient outcomes and experiences, GICS are excited to launch the GICS Grants Program: Professional Development Stream.

This initiative is open to all allied health and nursing staff working in cancer care at any of our member health services, and aims to provide funds to attend conferences or undergo specialised training.

We encourage you to share this opportunity widely within your health service to any professional peers or contacts this may be of interest to.

Applications close on Friday 12 June 2026.

Funding applications guidelines, deadlines and eligibility criteria can be found at www.vics.org.au/gics/grants

19/02/2026

📢 📢 Join the team! 📢 📢

This is an exciting opportunity to join Victoria's dedicated cancer service improvement network, Victorian Integrated Cancer Services (VICS).

Help us shape better cancer care across the hashtag region.

💻 Deputy Program Manager (Ballarat | Part Time)
🔗 https://careers.grampianshealth.com/job/Ballarat-Central-Deputy-Program-Manager-VIC-3350/1357141466/

APPLY NOW - this position will close on Wednesday 11 March 2026.

If you wish to discuss the role prior to applying please contact Kerry Davidson, on 0417 635 983 or kerry.davidson@gh.org.au for a confidential discussion.

06/02/2026

We are so pleased this role has been created to provide much needed support to melanoma patients across the region.

You are doing a great job Inbal! 👏 👏👏

Grampians Health has appointed Inbal Ross as the region's first dedicated Melanoma Nurse, a role funded by by the Melanoma Institute of Australia and the Australian Government.

Since commencing, Inbal has helped establish the Melanoma Supportive Service, strengthening specialised care and coordination for melanoma patients across our campuses. Australia has the highest melanoma rates globally, and communities in the Grampians region are 22% more likely to develop melanoma. Working two days a week, Inbal has already supported more than 70 patients, providing education, care coordination, and emotional support close to home.

“While we continue to look at ways to improve the provision of cancer care, this achievement provides a solid foundation upon which we can build and further enhance our care for those affected by melanoma,” Ben Kelly, Chief Operating Officer, said.

Read the full article here: https://my.gh.org.au/4ti0T8Q

05/02/2026

What a valuable piece of work undertaken by Cancer Nurses Society of Australia - CNSA & Clinical Oncology Society of Australia - COSA, in producing this Position Statement, to be implemented across our nation.
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The statement reinforces evidence that nurse-led survivorship models are safe, effective and highly valued by people affected by cancer, while supporting better outcomes for individuals and the health system.

Visit the website below, which brings together key guidance, research and education relevant to nurses looking to implement survivorship care and develop nurse-led models of care in a range of settings.

Share these resources within your teams and services.

05/02/2026

Register to attend these FREE webinars designed to support Carers.

Who can attend? Anyone providing care to a family member, friend, or loved one with mental illness, disability, medical condition, or age-related frailty, whether daily or a few hours a week.

See further details below.

🖥️Free Online Webinars for Carers

Caring for a family member, friend or loved one can be rewarding, but it can also leave you feeling stretched or overwhelmed. To support carers, Carer Gateway is offering two free online webinars in February, designed to introduce the range of free services available.

Understanding Carer Counselling – Explore how Carer Counselling can help carers feel supported and access confidential, free support. Includes live Q&A with Carer Counsellor, Cassandra Allen, Carer Gateway – Holstep Health.
📅 1PM | 17 February 2026
💻 Online | Free to attend
https://my.gh.org.au/46edgsL

Carer Coaching – Setting Goals for Carers – Learn how Carer Gateway’s coaching can help carers make space for personal goals. Includes a live Q&A with Carer Coaches, Janneke Barber-Stevens (Grampians Health) and Suzie Hogan (Uniting VicTas)
📅 1PM | 24 February 2026
💻 Online | Free to attend
https://my.gh.org.au/3NWBotA

Who can attend: Anyone providing care to a family member, friend, or loved one with mental illness, disability, medical condition, or age-related frailty, whether daily or a few hours a week.

27/01/2026

📢 Join the team! 📢

This is an exciting opportunity to join Victoria's dedicated cancer service improvement network, Victorian Integrated Cancer Services (VICS).

Help us shape better cancer care across the region.

📈 Cancer Senior Data & Information Analyst (Ballarat | Full Time)
🔗 https://lnkd.in/gvJhZU-a

💚 Cancer Service Improvement Officer (Horsham | Part Time)
🔗 https://lnkd.in/gymJVvMu

APPLY NOW - both positions close on Monday 16 February 2026.

If you wish to discuss the role prior to applying please contact Kerry Davidson, on 0417 635 983 or kerry.davidson@gh.org.au for a confidential discussion.

21/01/2026

We are pleased to present you with our 2024-25 Annual Report.

The year has simultaneously been one of reflection – representing the 20 year anniversary of GICS – and of renewal, with the release of the latest versions of both the Australian and Victorian Cancer Plans.

We have found new ways to support and engage with our partners with the ultimate goal of improving cancer care in our region; this report highlights our impact and value.

We are proud to share this report and we would like to thank the staff from our partner health services, patients and carers, whose lived experiences continue to provide a valuable and critical contribution to our work.

Read the GICS 2024-25 Annual Report here: https://vics.org.au/about/news/gics-2024-25-annual-report



Austin Health (BAROC) | Beaufort and Skipton Health Service | Central Highlands Rural Health | East Grampians Health Service | Grampians Health Ballarat | Grampians Health Stawell |Grampians Health Ballarat | MDHS - Maryborough District Health Service | mecwacare (Ballan) | Rural Northwest Health | John of God Ballarat Hospital | West Wimmera Health Service | Grampians Health Horsham & Dimboola | Grampians Health Edenhope

31/12/2025

Happy New Year! 🎆 🎉 🌱

GICS are looking forward to a fresh start in 2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣6️⃣ focusing on new and current cancer service improvement projects to improve the experiences and outcomes of those affected by cancer in our region.

How will your Health Service partner with GICS in 2026? 🤔 Share your ideas with us in the comments below.

Our offices will re-open on Monday 5 January 2026; if you would like to reach out to the team please email the GICS Mailbox 📧 gics@gh.org.au which is being monitored during our office closure.

21/12/2025

🏥 GICS Office Closure 🏥

Some lucky members of our team are taking a break and our offices will be closed from Monday 22 December 2025 and will re-open on Monday 5 January 2026.

If you have any enquiries of an urgent nature, please email the GICS Mailbox at gics@gh.org.au which will be monitored during this time.

💚 We send you and your loved ones our best wishes this festive season 💚

18/12/2025

GICS Newsletter - Summer 2025

We welcome you to the 🌞 Summer edition 🌞 of our newsletter where we share updates on our program of work along with news, events and education opportunities from across the cancer sector.

👀 Read it now 🔗 https://bit.ly/48MSgv6

18/11/2025

🗣️🗣️Communication Strategies in Patient Care - Free Online Course 🗣️🗣️

Experts from the VCCC Alliance have designed a new online education program for clinical staff to practice and refine their patient communication skills.

This 3 hour course is aimed at clinical staff, particularly those working in supportive and palliative care, chronic pain management, and end of life care, as well as general practice, nursing and allied health.

Find out more and register here 🔗 https://vcccalliancelearn.org.au/courses/communication-strategies-patient-care?utm_source=VCCC+Alliance+Master+Database&utm_campaign=dbd7d10764-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2024_07_17_04_07_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_-d28c965baa-137074956&mc_cid=dbd7d10764&mc_eid=11a40c741f

06/11/2025

GICS have collaborated with St John of God Ballarat Hospital to launch a pilot nurse-led survivorship clinic, designed to support cancer patients after completing treatment.

This initiative addresses a vital gap in care, offering tailored support for patients navigating life beyond cancer.

Led by Angela Meaney, Cancer and Palliative Care Coordinator (pictured below), the clinic commenced on 3 October 2025 and is held weekly on Friday mornings at the Outpatients Rehab at SJOG-B.

Find out more here - https://vics.org.au/about/news/pilot-nurse-led-survivorship-clinic-launched

In collaboration with GICS, St John of God Hospital (Ballarat) launch a pilot Nurse-Led Survivorship Clinic