🎊 We’re delighted to welcome Christina to the BCNA team! 🎊
We’re very pleased to officially announce that Christina_BCNA has joined the BCNA Online Network team as our newest moderator! Don't panic! Christina is here to be a wonderful addition to our team - the current BCNA mods you know and love are all still here. While the rest of our team continues to support you over the helpline phones, Christina is here as a dedicated presence in the Online Network, helping to nurture connection, conversation, and care within our digital community. Christina is passionate about creating safe, inclusive spaces where people feel supported, heard, and connected. As a moderator, she’ll be helping to guide discussions, offer encouragement, and ensure our network remains a welcoming, respectful and active environment for everyone at all times. You may have noticed a few changes to the Online Network group pages recently, like updated page content, new groups like DCIS and the public Breast cancer awareness group, as well as new forums like Policy & advocacy and new initiatives like our Wednesday Wellness check ins. These are just some changes Christina has been busy making behind-the-scenes as part of her mission to ensure BCNA's Online Network remains an updated, active and impactful space. This is all part of our ongoing campaign to show how much we truly care and invest in our members in the Online Network—because we know how important it is to you. Stay tuned for more exciting updates, deeper connections, and positive energy as we continue to nurture and grow BCNA's Online Network. We’re thrilled to have Christina_BCNA on board and can’t wait for you to get to know her! 💗 Please do reach out and say hello - we know she'd love to hear from you.Welcome New Members - 7th March 2025
A very warm welcome to our newest Online Network members: @sapi @rsaracho @Mumof2teenswithMets @Beth5000 @CBS @TATA24 @Michelle444 @Kateus @SmallSteps @Meadow @Callie @Ma72R @mummyof3 @jesst6 @cheese0202 @Savvy @Noni @KateV @Suzy11xyz @Elephant @Buddy2019 @ksia @L57125010 @lauraj @Andrina @netnay14 @sinfantino @SusanR @kymc @chanss1226 @EllieC @paulinagtzr @DJames @kcat @Vanno @charliegirl @FayeBB @SnowQueen @lacit @Squidkid @FightingFit52 @Healthy1 @lizdob @DNCN @CLF @RosaP @PH0378 @sandalwood @June80 @kat1202 @little_cupcake @sharlane @Cerys @Shazza63 @AnnieGrace @Walking4life @Shady @Smorty @FlattenUp @Carolyn9 @Naomi25 @LollyF @Melissa101 @SDolcy246 @JSik @Shar65 @Linda_Z @K8teH @andilee @trudy_F @vchandz @Steph198615 @TinaN @Happyvalley1 @Hayley75 @ChristinaJ @mari82 @nurserach @Aliesha @Cindz @Mandy_79 @coffcb @MonB @CCHL @CBC @Jen4730 @michellechatfield @Donna_B You have found your way to Breast Cancer Network Australia's (BCNA's) Online Network. This is a forum where you are not alone and can engage with generous members who provide meaningful support to each other. You can share as much or as little as you feel comfortable with other members. Please explore our various Groups for members who are looking for greater peer-to-peer support. The following links may also be helpful in getting you started: If you would like to introduce yourself please read How do I post a new Discussion? How do I send a private message? Navigating the online community Community Guidelines My Journey Newly diagnosed? Listen to BCNA's Upfront About Breast Cancer Just Diagnosed - What's Next? and What I Wish I Knew podcasts Metastatic breast cancer diagnosis? Webcast: Just diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer, what’s next? When is your birthday? Head to this discussion thread if you would like to share your birthday (no need to include the year unless you want to). We love an online celebration and on the day you will receive a virtual birthday cake that we can all share! Our long-time members (newbies too!) are a wealth of information regarding the useful discussion topics and information available through BCNA's Online Network, therefore please do not hesitate to post your questions. You have the option to add details about yourself to your 'Profile' (Update your profile image by clicking 'Change My Picture') and if you would like more targeted responses, you may like to add where you live (e.g. Sydney; Melbourne; Regional Victoria). If you need help navigating the Online Network please message myself @Mez_BCNA or one of our other moderators: @Denise_BCNA , @Risha_BCNA , @Pat_BCNA, @Kate_BCNA , @Daina_BCNA , @Astrida_BCNA Please note: the Online Network is not moderated by staff/volunteers on the weekends, however if you need something actioned, the quickest way to resolve your query is to contact the Helpline Team via email helpline@bcna.org.au or phone 1800 500 258 Monday to Friday 9:00am-5:00pm AEDTWelcome New Members - 30th July 2024
Welcome to everyone who has joined the Online Network recently: @NatG @lmiller @Rheezy @ingar @mhackwill1 @LunasMum @Denhamia @Janeo70 @sarahgee @Jilly2324 @CeeGee @Camilla @khany @pt20 @Chez79 @JackieJ @2Thrive @Calm2thrive @Agent14516 @MelCBusby @DinaC @Ned01 @KerryA @Vista @ValerieC @KyleS_1 @Dobbo @EmanZiada @3716758 @82lexoss @BC_47 @Bri @duiroak52 @granVe @madamhonk @Dee8855 @cancer_warrior62 @SunnyM @Catrina @Jojosaint116 @kiki_m @juliemcdonald220 @Lynnym @maryo @Meg1112 @Mssme765 @thisisrachel @thisisrachel101 @emt1980 @Fluffysocks @helen54 @GG57 @Hiroshima @NannieB @deekay77 @Alli @SusanY @krytal @PSP @Formulakas @lorrainelayton @Rellee @emmadaggers @curry @Stelzy @marburgkate @JLumb @annmaree872 @LJS @GillianR @kids06 @mim @Esjay @April2024 @louiedub @Lobular_BC @Pebbles @Madeit @Jlom @GoatLady @Tuckwell @Barbm @Stillstanding @jaynie_000 @jMan @Carobloss @Lea24 @AnnieC @Zoey @Riley You have found your way to Breast Cancer Network Australia's (BCNA's) Online Network. This is a forum where you are not alone and can engage with generous members who provide meaningful support to each other. You can share as much or as little as you feel comfortable with other members. Please explore our various Groups for members who are looking for greater peer-to-peer support. The following links may also be helpful in getting you started: If you would like to introduce yourself please read How do I post a new Discussion? How do I send a private message? Navigating the online community Community Guidelines My Journey Newly diagnosed? Listen to BCNA's Upfront About Breast Cancer Just Diagnosed - What's Next? and What I Wish I Knew podcasts Metastatic breast cancer diagnosis? Webcast: Just diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer, what’s next? When is your birthday? Head to this discussion thread if you would like to share your birthday (no need to include the year unless you want to). We love an online celebration and on the day you will receive a virtual birthday cake that we can all share! Our long-time members (newbies too!) are a wealth of information regarding the useful discussion topics and information available through BCNA's Online Network, therefore please do not hesitate to post your questions. You have the option to add details about yourself to your 'Profile' (Update your profile image by clicking 'Change My Picture') and if you would like more targeted responses, you may like to add where you live (e.g. Sydney; Melbourne; Regional Victoria). If you need help navigating the Online Network please message myself @Mez_BCNA or one of our other moderators: @Denise_BCNA , @Risha_BCNA , @Pat_BCNA, @Kate_BCNA , @Daina_BCNA Please note: the Online Network is not moderated by staff/volunteers on the weekends, however if you need something actioned, the quickest way to resolve your query is to contact the Helpline Team via email helpline@bcna.org.au or phone 1800 500 258 Monday to Friday 9:00am-5:00pm AESTWelcome New Members - 9th May 2025
Welcome to members who recently joined our community since the new platform update at the end of March. We hope you are enjoying the conversations! ads000au 543 JMA Cinta8 shipship Travelmac Madfairies inkblot58 BrendaB marglav Positiveus Nala25 TanyaT6 NDS Minka Amber77 Jane1981 Roses AliceM Pompeygirl2022 Danniskye Anna25 Beatrixb Amanda1909 Jaffa Sammy70 BelindaC ccross Allied Dennie Higgsy mel51 Posi Arnie07 TNBCHubby Marion50 suziq123 Lisaj53 Dayle Laura_5 Kym72 Tilbee jw2025 Coll1102 Jithin LaceysMum Bex Hurstmel helent Jaime rlb Bumblebee Nannybelle TC80 sueper70 thelifeofKH Tessa75 Melsie11 C_Honey JudithN LA Jo195 LQ emma85 Shereeh5 glasskat Jillie Lulijus Angela111 tnbc_2025 ABC123 Mazza1949 trinity_sue lollyshopgirl Sharkyswim Loralie1996 Youngad StephBfree Caz_ Fun-1 SJ11 bl glen Annie62 Cazza12 Subie01 shubhangifusam Sensi_713 Shelleigh Milan irob JMM j777 Fulyn Kirt April2025 larazon sfishe10 geeg susieq1969 LauraB27 vixterh Tetel Ando Cath74 EJM Miftymel Oddangie Sue12 Rose1988 nicholsmi Cath_68 Nani Leeo AJay Prim79 Braktas1 NelzD80 SamG latteandleaves Palmy66 Kevinamada LisadoesBC Livinglife111 Thames Jen5 paulina_gtzr kjwhite01 Dollycat1 Scotland123 DL_4481 JessEA scoutblazing A81 Gidget QP Ally327 Suzie54carter ljames Una Jane1970 Lizzie27 Ashkii LULUSMUM Vicki27 Ritam 3749447 TCH mezmf Jo-SA AnnieM42 Jewelzbee Aries01 Lisa76 layna PatW netney ThinLizzy HoneyBee3 Lou25 Neeke45 Wenzaroo11 CKewley jackie-1957 KA Shellby katethompson3 This forum is a supportive space where you can connect with generous members who provide meaningful support to each other. Share as much or as little as you feel comfortable with. Explore our various groups for greater peer-to-peer support. Helpful Links to Get You Started: How to start a discussion About BCNA's Online Network Check out our private groups! BCNA Online Network Groups Community Guidelines New breast cancer diagnosis? Read Living with DCIS, LCIS or early breast cancer Listen to BCNA's podcasts: Upfront About Breast Cancer: Just Diagnosed - What's Next? What You Don't Know Until You Do Metastatic Breast Cancer Diagnosis? Watch Just diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer - what's next? Get the Most Out of Our Community: Our long-time members (and newbies too!) are a wealth of information. Don't hesitate to post your questions. You can also update your profile with details about yourself, such as your breast cancer experience and where you live (e.g., Sydney, Melbourne, Regional Victoria) for more targeted responses. You may like to check some of our more light-hearted discussion threads while you are here: Friday Funnies Wise words Creative Corner! Our Gardens Need Help? Message BCNA_Mod or one of our other moderators: Daina_BCNA Astrida_BCNA Risha_BCNA Denise_BCNA . You can also contact BCNA's Helpline Manager Kate_BCNA Please Note: Please be aware that your posts and comments in the public discussions and public groups can be found and read by anyone, including those who are not members of the network. This means that what you share in a public discussion or public group may be read by a wider audience, please consider this when sharing sensitive or personal details. The Online Network is not moderated by staff/volunteers on weekends. For urgent queries, contact the Helpline Team via email at helpline@bcna.org.au or phone 1800 500 258, Monday to Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm AEST.Welcome New Members - 14th September 2023
Welcome to our new members to join the Online Network recently: @Daria @M_Cooper @LouLou_67 @Mirium17au @Cheri @Lizzee_O @73Nard @Readybluedragon @emmajuliet @CAS_33 @roxywaffle @Somsaysam @CISFJ @bigfoot @rachel_bayleaf You have found your way to Breast Cancer Network Australia's (BCNA's) Online Network. This is a forum where you are not alone and can engage with generous members who provide meaningful support to each other. You can share as much or as little as you feel comfortable with other members. Please explore our various Groups for members who are looking for greater peer-to-peer support. The following links may also be helpful in getting you started: If you would like to introduce yourself please read How do I post a new Discussion? How do I send a private message? Navigating the online community Community Guidelines My Journey Online Tool Newly diagnosed? Listen to BCNA's Upfront About Breast Cancer Just Diagnosed - What's Next? and What I Wish I Knew podcasts Metastatic breast cancer diagnosis? Webcast: Just diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer, what’s next? When is your birthday? Head to this discussion thread if you would like to share your birthday (no need to include the year unless you want to). We love an online celebration and on the day you will receive a virtual birthday cake that we can all share! Our long-time members (newbies too!) are a wealth of information regarding the useful discussion topics and information available through BCNA's Online Network, therefore please do not hesitate to post your questions. You have the option to add details about yourself to your 'Profile' and if you would like more targeted responses, you may like to add where you live (e.g. Sydney; Melbourne; Regional Victoria). If you need help navigating the Online Network please message myself @Mez_BCNA or one of our other moderators: @Denise_BCNA , @Risha_BCNA , @Pat_BCNA, @Kate_BCNA , @Daina-BCNA Please note: the Online Network is not moderated by staff/volunteers on the weekends, however if you need something actioned, the quickest way to resolve your query is to contact the Helpline Team via email helpline@bcna.org.au or phone 1800 500 258 Monday to Friday 9:00am-5:00pm AEST.Welcome New Members - 18th February 2022
A very warm welcome to our newest members of the past week: @Cag @GerryEm @Dina @Lgrimsey @JulieAC @Kimmikaze @vivian1boob @Julierog @AJB4814 @Ksf @MooM @Christabel03 @fleeona @Lanah You have found your way to Breast Cancer Network Australia’s (BCNA’s) Online Network. This is a forum where you are not alone and can engage with generous members who provide meaningful support to each other. You can share as much or as little as you feel comfortable with to other members. Please explore our various Groups for members who are looking for greater peer-to-peer support. Th following links may also be helpful in getting you started: If you would like to introduce yourself please read How do I post a new Discussion? How do I send a private message? Navigating the online community Community Guidelines My Journey Online Tool Listen to BCNA's Upfront About Breast Cancer Just Diagnosed - What's Next? and What I Wish I Knew podcasts Our long-time members (newbies too!) are a wealth of information regarding the useful discussion topics and information available through BCNA’s Online Network, therefore please do not hesitate to post your questions. You have the option to add details about yourself to your ‘profile’ and if you would like more targeted member responses, you may like to add where you live ( eg. Sydney, Melbourne, regional Victoria etc). If you need help navigating the Online Network please message myself @Mez_BCNA or one of our other moderators @Jenny_BCNA @Carissa_BCNA @Pat_BCNA @Anna_BCNA @Kate_BCNA . Please note: The online network is not moderated by staff/volunteers on Sundays, however if you need something actioned the quickest way to resolve your query is to contact the Member Support Team via email contact@bcna.org.au or phone 1800 500 258 Monday to Friday 9 am - 5 pm AEST.Welcome to New Members
A very warm welcome to our newest members: @gratitude101 @Debra-Es @Tracey96 @Palmira @Jaimee_james94 @Rorita @jodraper27 @Accau @FrancesJs @Brandi @ScotinAus @alton_grange @BonnieC @Delilah @Kim68 @Allym @animallover @BeauJ @Crystalstar @Nannaof3 @TrishP You have found your way to Breast Cancer Network Australia’s (BCNA’s) Online Network. This is a forum where you are not alone and can engage with generous members who provide meaningful support to each other. You can share as much or as little as you feel comfortable with to other members. Please explore our various Groups for members who are looking for greater peer-to-peer support. The following links may also be helpful in getting you started: Navigating the online community Community Guidelines My Journey Online Tool Our long-time members (newbies too!) are a wealth of information regarding the useful discussion topics and information available through BCNA’s Online Network, therefore please do not hesitate to post your questions. You have the option to add details about yourself to your ‘profile’ and if you would like more targeted member responses, you may like to add where you live ( eg. Sydney, Melbourne, regional Victoria etc). If you need help navigating the Online Network please message myself @Mez_BCNA or one of our other moderators. Alternatively, phone BCNA's Helpline 1800 500 258 Monday to Friday 9 am - 5 pm AEST.Welcome to New Members
A very warm welcome to our newest members who joined the past week: @MegD @RosslynP @gobilly @miaciano @LiisaL @Igniteyourforce @Wednesday @What @DeniD @mickyf @Amf @emmsicles @Maudie @lornac @Jwss33 @Outbackdeb @Leonbaker @sumair You have found your way to Breast Cancer Network Australia’s (BCNA’s) Online Network. This is a forum where you are not alone and can engage with generous members who provide meaningful support to each other. You can share as much or as little as you feel comfortable with to other members. Please explore our various private and public Groups for members who are looking for greater peer-to-peer support. The following links may also be helpful in getting you started: Navigating the online community Community Guidelines My Journey Online Tool Our long-time members (newbies too!) are a wealth of information regarding the useful discussion topics and information available through BCNA’s Online Network, therefore please do not hesitate to post your questions. If you need help navigating the Online Network please message myself @Mez_BCNA or one of our other moderators. Alternatively, phone BCNA's Helpline 1800 500 258 Monday to Friday 9 am - 5 pm AEST.Welcome to New Members
A very warm welcome to our newest members who have come on board since I commenced my Member Support role three weeks ago: @Cc101 @Yazzy @Lozza8 @Teabaglady @Clarke @Molly3 @Angel67 @Shovelbottom @Meex05 @AJDHN @Fionab @WonderRis @Lindryc @cramer1988 @ddevi @positivespririut1 @Whitt @HinterlandSian @Chantal282923 @PaulaBlack @Jen2008 @Suw @Melzee @Miss_G_ @moosa_K @priscilla66 @chrjoh2 @Tamblin @LBUSH @Panetone @Tasman @Rubylea @Tobes1 @Wegotthis @88nyc @Ashsammilodezzzi @Shazzz @maryann_n @Ber @Challenger1 @edwinaw @mryanne @ladyhawk @Aangela @taniajean @Cathnat @Brondocs @UCGConferences @Angelaa @Emily_BCNA @Banksia @Orlando @Zuko @Kath68 @Jakk @Justine1971 @Willowmum You have found your way to Breast Cancer Network Australia’s (BCNA’s) Online Network. This is a forum where you are not alone and can engage with generous members who provide meaningful support to each other. You can share as much or as little as you feel comfortable with to other members. Please explore our various Groups for members who are looking for greater peer-to-peer support within a private setting. The following links may also be helpful in getting you started: Navigating the online community Community Guidelines My Journey Online Tool Our long-time members (newbies too!) are a wealth of information regarding the useful discussion topics and information available through BCNA’s Online Network, therefore please do not hesitate to post your questions. If you need help navigating the Online Network please message myself @Mez_BCNA or one of our other moderators. Alternatively, phone BCNA's Helpline 1800 500 258 Monday to Friday 9 am - 5 pm AEST. P.S I aim to make this a 'weekly' post P.P.S I am still working towards return of the 'Friday update'Welcome New Members - 18th October 2023
Welcome to our new members joining the Online Network recently: @Morgan99 @LeonieJ @mazza56 @suzrenn_0 @Susbry @ALenehanJones @RenWood @Mecaza @TKlibbe @amber_s @tumble85 @wenders @Jacko_2907 @k_rimmer @Bellefi123 @fab50 @Gloria55 @CClan @renee @Carolin83415970 @dancingdog @kimbo191 @TranstnFac @FionaM13 @1948 @sking @allyson @MillyMolly @houseofgroovyshooz @cjg @Rach17 @JSunshine @Carlycox @JeniQld @pawood @RynneAJ @WISIDD @kyles1 @BeckyV @MJane @skeetie @maddie12 @SMcK @nellym75 @masakostricker @Hotaru909901 @mummy @JJJ @Michelle_L @Monibear @cee1 @123439 @Jules1964 @earl @walnutco @m_seed1975 @Marcelita @Bsmith13 @LeeH @ChrisO @cdw @myule @marilyn_p @joanhum @awoods @MelCRobbo @Rosemary23 @Jabba @AquaMarina @SueD @Patsy01 @Adelle_G @GracieM @precious @Libby15 @sammyjay @Simone2909 @LucyBell @SF73 @kristyf @AC75 @KarenN @LouLou74 You have found your way to Breast Cancer Network Australia's (BCNA's) Online Network. This is a forum where you are not alone and can engage with generous members who provide meaningful support to each other. You can share as much or as little as you feel comfortable with other members. Please explore our various Groups for members who are looking for greater peer-to-peer support. The following links may also be helpful in getting you started: If you would like to introduce yourself please read How do I post a new Discussion? How do I send a private message? Navigating the online community Community Guidelines My Journey Online Tool Newly diagnosed? Listen to BCNA's Upfront About Breast Cancer Just Diagnosed - What's Next? and What I Wish I Knew podcasts Metastatic breast cancer diagnosis? Webcast: Just diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer, what’s next? When is your birthday? Head to this discussion thread if you would like to share your birthday (no need to include the year unless you want to). We love an online celebration and on the day you will receive a virtual birthday cake that we can all share! Our long-time members (newbies too!) are a wealth of information regarding the useful discussion topics and information available through BCNA's Online Network, therefore please do not hesitate to post your questions. You have the option to add details about yourself to your 'Profile' (Update your profile image by clicking 'Change My Picture') and if you would like more targeted responses, you may like to add where you live (e.g. Sydney; Melbourne; Regional Victoria). If you need help navigating the Online Network please message myself @Mez_BCNA or one of our other moderators: @Denise_BCNA , @Risha_BCNA , @Pat_BCNA, @Kate_BCNA , @Daina-BCNA Please note: the Online Network is not moderated by staff/volunteers on the weekends, however if you need something actioned, the quickest way to resolve your query is to contact the Helpline Team via email helpline@bcna.org.au or phone 1800 500 258 Monday to Friday 9:00am-5:00pm AEST
