Kingston will host a Walk4BrainCancer event next month, bringing the community together to support people affected by brain cancer and raise funds for vital research.
For local woman Kirsten Grant, the cause is deeply personal.
Kirsten’s life changed in January 2025 when she suffered a seizure and was subsequently diagnosed with a Stage Three astrocytoma.
Since then, she has undergone 18 months of treatment, beginning with an awake craniotomy to remove a 40mm, golf ball-sized tumour.
The surgery was followed by seven weeks of combined radiation therapy and lower-dose chemotherapy, before Kirsten recently completed a further 12 months of stronger chemotherapy.
“I know how important it is to raise as much money as possible for brain cancer research,” Kirsten said.
“Brain cancer is one of the less common cancers and research has, until recently, been sorely lacking.
“It’s starting to become more known now, with some very exciting treatments emerging right here in Australia.”
While treatment has finished, Kirsten continues to live with its impact.
She has limited energy and is currently unable to work, while caring for two young children also presents challenges.
Throughout her experience, she has been supported by her husband, family, friends and wider support network.
The Walk4BrainCancer Tasmania event on Saturday, October 17 will give locals an opportunity to honour those who have lost their lives to brain cancer, stand alongside those currently living with the disease and raise money for research.
The three-kilometre community walk will begin at the Kingston Wetlands/Whitewater Creek Track and follow a paved walking track.
Registration will begin at 10am, with the walk starting at 10.30am.
For more information or to register, visit the Walk4BrainCancer Tasmania website.
