Mending Casts Inc

Mending Casts Inc We provide free, nature-based retreats for people navigating cancer. All activities are aimed at raising funds for our cancer retreats.

A self-funded charity, retreats are made possible through the generosity of donors, sponsors, and volunteers. Mending Casts committee members & volunteers are involved in a wide range of community gatherings, ranging from formal events for established fly fishing clubs or state/local government agencies to smaller social group activities. Every dollar that is raised is directed back into our retre

at programs and the activities which support them as we are a self-funded not-for-profit organisation run solely by volunteers.

Winter is here. So is tax time.As the end of the financial year approaches, many Australians are thinking about where th...
01/06/2026

Winter is here. So is tax time.

As the end of the financial year approaches, many Australians are thinking about where they can make a meaningful difference before 30 June.

Mending Casts is an ACNC-registered charity, which means donations of $2 or more are tax deductible β€” but the impact goes far beyond a receipt.

Your support helps provide life-changing retreats for people navigating cancer, creating opportunities for connection, community and healing in nature. Every donation helps us continue offering these experiences at no cost to participants.

πŸ’™ Donate today and help us create more moments of connection, hope and healing.

People often think we're just about fly fishing. Of course, that is what brought us together. But the truth is, we're ab...
31/05/2026

People often think we're just about fly fishing. Of course, that is what brought us together. But the truth is, we're about people, and supporting them as best we can while they navigate one of the toughest personal experiences a person can endure.

Mending Casts provides free nature-based retreats for people navigating cancer. Through time outdoors, shared experiences, and a gentle introduction to fly fishing, participants have the opportunity to step away from appointments and everyday pressures and connect with others who understand what they're going through.

When we ask our participants for feedback after their retreats, they tell us time and time again that what they remember most isn't the fishing – it's the conversations, connections, and comfort of being with a small community while healing in nature.


Learn more at mendingcasts.org

This National Volunteer Week, we want to acknowledge the incredible people who make Mending Casts possible πŸ’™πŸ’ͺ 🩡🀝🀍Behind ...
23/05/2026

This National Volunteer Week, we want to acknowledge the incredible people who make Mending Casts possible πŸ’™πŸ’ͺ 🩡🀝🀍
Behind every retreat is a community of volunteers giving their time, expertise, and heart to support people navigating cancer.

Many of our volunteers have been part of the Mending Casts community for years, and their generosity is what allows our retreats to remain fully funded for participants.
To every buddy, organiser and committee member, thank you. You are the heart of Mending Casts. πŸ’™

21/05/2026

We’re honoured to share that Mending Casts has been featured in a new peer-reviewed Deakin University study exploring the impact of our retreats for Australians navigating cancer.

The research highlighted the power of:
β€’ connection and shared experience
β€’ time in nature
β€’ confidence-building through new skills
β€’ ongoing community support beyond the retreat itself

Thank you to every participant, volunteer, supporter, buddy, health professional and partner who has helped make these experiences possible.

Read more via the link in bio.

17/05/2026

Casting our memory back to the start of May at the Men's Retreat in Marysville. In association with this retreat was hosted by the marvellous on a stunning weekend with highs of 27℃! β˜€οΈπŸŒΏπŸžοΈ
If you or someone you love is navigating cancer, comment RETREAT below to receive more information on upcoming retreats and resources. g, connection and community. 🀝

If you or someone you love is navigating cancer, comment RETREAT below to recieve more information on upcoming retreats and resources.

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It's feedback like this that fills our cup πŸ†An incredible testimonial from a participant who attended our   Men's Retrea...
12/05/2026

It's feedback like this that fills our cup πŸ†
An incredible testimonial from a participant who attended our Men's Retreat at the start of May, 2026. Our retreats are small, dedicated experiences taking place over two and a half days, across some of Victoria's most beautiful rivers, and are 100% free for our participants.

If you or someone you love is navigating cancer and would like to learn more, comment RETREAT below, and we will be in touch with more information.

People helping people is what Mending Casts is all about. Every retreat, conversation, shared meal, early morning by the...
09/05/2026

People helping people is what Mending Casts is all about.

Every retreat, conversation, shared meal, early morning by the river, and quiet moment of connection is made possible by volunteers, supporters, participants, buddies, and community members who lead with compassion, generosity, and care.

Our values guide everything we do.

🀍 The heart to serve
We believe in showing compassion, understanding, integrity, and respect β€” both on and off the water.

🎣 Love what you do
Passion matters. Whether it’s sharing skills, supporting participants, preparing meals, or simply listening, we believe in bringing heart and purpose to every experience.

🀝 Be a team player
Mending Casts exists because of community. We value every person’s strengths, support one another, and create space for others to shine.

Together, we create connection, calm, and community for people navigating cancer through time in nature.

Address

Melbourne, VIC

Telephone

+61402022253

Website

https://www.mendingcasts.org/deakin-study

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