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Introducing the 2026 MDC Melbourne Half Marathon!
We are taking another step forward this Mother's Day, going the distance for breast and ovarian cancer research with our first ever Half Marathon in Melbourne.
Whether you're a seasoned runner or taking on your first half marathon, this is your chance to be part of something meaningful. Register your interest now and help us make this inaugural event unforgettable.
OUR IMPACT
Raising funds and awareness for breast and ovarian cancer research
28 years
walking and running
$50.8 million
donated since 1998
More than 90 events
Australia wide
Every day in Australia
61 people are diagnosed with breast or ovarian cancer
12 people die from breast or ovarian cancer
Join the Mother’s Day Classic on Sunday 10 May 2026 to walk or run in support of lifesaving breast and ovarian cancer research.
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Relive the Mother's Day Classic 2025
Breast and Ovarian Cancer Research
Since 1998, we’ve been dedicated to walking, running and fundraising to save women’s lives on Mother’s Day.
In 2024, we took one step further and made it our mission to stop both ovarian and breast cancer in their tracks.
In the last 28 years, our community has donated $48.23 million to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, and since 2024, $2.57 million to the Ovarian Cancer Research Foundation.
Tribute Wall
HONOUR . SUPPORT . REMEMBER
Clea. Peter. Wollw brown
I'm walking this Mother's Day for every woman who was told what I was told.... They'll never be cancer free That they won't get to ring the bell That this disease will most likely be the cause of their death I was diagnosed with Stage 4B ovarian and breast cancer in November 2021. I was a single mum of three. My youngest were toddlers I almost didn't make it But I'm still here. Walking 4km on Mother's Day with my daughter and my two little ones beside me I'm walking for the researchers who are buying women like me more time I'm walking for the women still sitting in chemo chairs right now I'm walking for the ones who didn't make it And I'm walking because I can Every step is a gift I nearly didn't get Ange, founder of Rebuilt - After Her 💚
DI HOCKLEY
Miss our golf days, dinner with our husband on Wednesday nights. Forever in our hearts. Doing this walk for you. 💓💓💓
Kim
Love and miss you so much Mum. I really need a hug from you right now 😥🫶🏻
Jill Meredith
Keep fighting the good fight mumma xx you are an inspiration to all of us ❤️
Noeleen Marlow
This one’s for you.💗 We love & miss you so much!
To All My Pink Sisterhood Angels
You may have earnt your Angel wings, but you have left beautiful memories and never left my heart.
Sandra
I miss you every day, Mum. This run's for you! ❤️ 🌸
Meina
We miss you. You may not be here with us, but you are forever in our hearts.
Heidi D"Elboux Barnier (35)
Heidi, you are always in our hearts. Your cheeky smile, your warmth, and the way you made everyone feel seen and loved will stay with us forever. Your generosity touched every life around you, and your light continues to guide us. Always remembered. Always cherished.
Joan
Remembering our mum Joan.🌷🌷🌷
PETA Nudl
I miss you every day. I remember your strength, courage and support for family and friends even in your darkest hours. Please support the MDCW to raise funds for research so we don’t live with the sadness of premature loss of our loved ones.
Loves