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Improving the lives of Australians with kidney disease through education, advocacy, research and support.

Kidney disease has no warning signs which means that a person can lose up to 90% of their kidney function without knowing it. Help us to do our work in your kidney community: Please donate now. Your tax-deductible donation to Kidney Health Australia will fund support and advocacy programs for people who are doing it tough. You will help us work towards the early detection of kidney disease, so tha

t we are able to detect more people with kidney disease early, so they can perhaps delay dialysis or transplantation.

19/02/2026

"This year I am running 12km in the HBF "Run for a Reason" in May to raise money and awareness for kidney health; after losing my beautiful Nanna to kidney disease last year this is a cause that is close to my heart.

Nan was a stubborn, fiery lady and she had such a big personality. She is dearly missed. I've been reflecting upon her life and her influence on all of us a lot lately - especially as the anniversary of her passing is approaching - and I wanted to do something to remember her and to acknowledge all the kidney health/dialysis team that made the final years of her life as comfortable as possible. Nan always raved about how amazing her dialysis nurses were and credited them for making an otherwise terrible situation a little bit brighter."

Thank you Chloe for sharing your story and raising money and awareness for Aussies living with kidney disease. You can donate to Chloe here: https://runforareason26.grassrootz.com/kidney/chloe-freeman

17/02/2026

🥟 Celebrate Lunar New Year with Ange's kidney-friendly pork dumplings! This recipe is a favourite of Angela, mum to Maddie. When Maddie was diagnosed with kidney failure as a teenager, their family quickly had to rethink how they approached food. Together, they learned to adapt recipes, reduce potassium and salt, and find creative alternatives while still enjoying delicious meals.

Get the recipe and more when you join Kidney Health 4 Life: https://kidneyhealth4life.org.au/?utm_source=dumpling-video&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=KH4L

13/02/2026

Roses are red,
Violets are blue,
Your kidneys and heart
Are a love story too ❤️🫘

12/02/2026

"My name is Madison Hives I am 11 years old and I was diagnosed with kidney scaring at 4 years old my left kidney has not grown. At school I had a passion project, and I chose a bake sale selling kidney shaped cookies and raised $120 to help people with kidney disease. I chose it because I am part of Kidney Health Australia myself! I hope the money can lead to saving someone’s life!"

Thank you Madison for sharing your story with us and for raising much needed funds and awareness 💖

If you'd like to get involved and create your own fundraiser, head to our website for more information: https://fundraise.kidney.org.au/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=KHA

10/02/2026

Take control of your kidney health 💪

From food to fitness, treatment to sleep — the Kidney Health 4 Life Hub helps you manage your health, your way.

✔️ Meal planning and diet tips
✔️ Exercise, stress and sleep support
✔️ Goal-setting tools that work

Free. Simple. Built for real life.

Join today: https://kidneyhealth4life.org.au/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=KH4L

08/02/2026

Planning a holiday in 2026?

This year's Holiday Dialysis locations and dates are now available, making it easy to plan a trip away while staying on top of your dialysis schedule. Places are limited and tend to fill quickly, so plan and book your trip early.

All dialysis sessions on the Bus are totally free of charge, and there is no limit on the number of sessions or locations you can book. Head to our website for more information:https://kidney.org.au/ways-we-help/big-red-kidney-bus/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=BRKB

04/02/2026

Today on Primary Health Care Nurses Day we recognise the nurses who deliver care, connection and support across Australia. Thank you for everything you do for the kidney community ❤️

Add your comments and help celebrate primary health care nurses! 💬

01/02/2026

"As you grow up, I think Kidney Health 4 Life is going to become more and more beneficial, especially when you're trying to take charge of your own health. Finally, we have a resource for chronic kidney disease." - Sebastian, Kidney Health Australia Community Youth Ambassador.

The Kidney Health 4 Life Hub includes dedicated tools for youth aged 16+ and their parents or carers.

✔️ Help with independence, mental health & study
✔️ Resources for families and carers
✔️ Real stories from young people living with kidney disease

Because no one should do this alone.

Join now. It's free and easy. https://kidneyhealth4life.org.au/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=KH4L

30/01/2026

Today, our Community Engagement Manager Stephen Cornish embarks on his retirement after seven and a half years of service at Kidney Health Australia.

Steve, or 'Kidney Dad' as he is affectionately known by hundreds of kidney kids, leaves behind an incredible legacy.

Steve first came on board to advise with the Youth State of the Nation report in 2018. He soon became a permanent part of the Community Team, and brought the Kidney Kid Es-Caper Events to life. These events provided an opportunity for hundreds of kidney kids and their families to forge friendships with others who know what it's like to be impacted by kidney disease.

In COVID lockdown, the Kidney Buddy program was born out of the need for connection during times of isolation. Since, under Steve's guidance, the Kidney Buddy has become a permanent fixture of Kidney Health Australia's peer support. More than 130 mentors have joined, and Steve along with other staff have completed more than 230 pairings.

Steve has also spearheaded the Youth Champion program, as well as the newly-created Youth Ambassador Program.

The last event Steve ran was the Kidney Kid Es-Caper Event at Busselton in November - which Steve says was always a personal goal for him at Kidney Health Australia.

Steve recently became a grandfather for the first time, and is looking forward to lots of family time, with a side of travelling and golf.

Steve, from the team at Kidney Health Australia and our kidney community, thank you for your many years of service! We are wishing you a very happy retirement.

29/01/2026

8 days. 100 mates. One unforgettable adventure that changes lives. Ready to hit the road this August?

The 2026 Rally isn’t your average road trip. Over eight extraordinary days, you’ll travel through some of Australia’s most stunning outback and regional landscapes, tackling dirt roads and hidden tracks, exploring towns off the tourist trail, and sharing every moment with an incredible community of rallytives.

What makes the Rally special? The heart behind it. Every kilometre you drive helps fund life-changing support for kids and young people living with kidney disease, giving them access to the programs and experiences they deserve.

Learn more about the 2026 Kidney Kar Rally here: https://fundraise.kidney.org.au/event/kidney-kar-rally-26/home?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=KKR

25/01/2026

Health Australia has recently welcomed five new members to the team to support our Kidney Health 4 Youth Program as Community Youth Ambassadors. They will be visiting local paediatric and young adult hospitals to connect with kidney kids, youth consumers and carers, inviting them to join the Kidney Health 4 Youth program. They’ll provide peer support, help coordinate family education sessions with local health teams, and help manage and engage the Kidney Youth online peer support group.

Meet Mads, our New South Wales Community Youth Ambassador.

"I was diagnosed with a rare autoimmune disease at the age of 11. My treatment involved plasma exchange and intensive immunosuppression, followed by just over a year on peritoneal dialysis. I later received a kidney transplant, generously donated by my mother. In recent years, I have transitioned from the children’s hospital system into adult healthcare, an experience that has shaped much of my advocacy work.

I am most looking forward to supporting young people and young adults as they navigate living with kidney disease while maintaining a balanced and fulfilling quality of life. I am passionate about ensuring that, despite the many challenges kidney disease can bring—particularly during the transition from paediatric to adult care—young people are empowered to continue living their lives, prioritise their health, and feel supported along the way."

22/01/2026

This year's Holiday Dialysis locations and dates are now available, making it easy to plan a trip away while staying on top of your dialysis schedule. Places are limited, so plan and book your trip early!

View more locations and dates on our website here: https://pulse.ly/gzhib7jbv2

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Our Story

We are a not–for-profit organisation dedicated to helping people with kidney disease, with a view to improving their health outcomes and quality of life, and that of their families and carers.

The way we’re doing that is by developing and driving initiatives to ‘Prevent, Detect, Support’, which has become our catchcry.

At the core of how we operate are our mission, vision and values.

Our mission – To promote good kidney health through education, advocacy, research and support.