It is with a great sense of excitement that we are able to tell you that The Chris O'Brien Cancer Centre was officially launched in April 2009. Lifehouse at RPA is the vision of Professor Chris O’Brien who launched the project in 2006, shortly before he was diagnosed with cancer. On the 4th June 2009, Prof Chris O'Brien passed away at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital. The team at Lifehouse at RPA will carry on the vision to ensure that his legacy will truly be a lasting one and that Australians will benefit for decades to come. Cancer touches us all, killing 40,000 Australians every year. It is already the single largest cause of premature death in this country and the number of new cases is expected to rise significantly over the next 5 years. At Lifehouse we are passionate about improving care and outcomes for cancer patients, their families and carers. Lifehouse will be a dedicated cancer hospital, designed around the needs of patients and their families. Research and education will be an integral part of what we do, ensuring that we make advances and train staff to improve outcomes for the patients of tomorrow. By rapidly incorporating the latest research findings with the treatment of patients we will deliver the very best possible clinical care and provide hope to cancer patients. The Lifehouse model will also offer holistic care in the form of complementary therapies and support services alongside traditional medical care. Every donation large or small will move us closer to our goal.