March Issue: The role of multivisceral resection on outcomes in primary retroperitoneal #Sarcoma : A systematic review by the Australian & New Zealand Sarcoma Association Clinical Practice Guidelines Working Party @AngelaHong ow.ly/pmse50YncWm @FlavioRochaMD @SKMaithel

Published: New ANZSA guidelines: Systematic review shows multivisceral resection may reduce abdominal recurrence in primary retroperitoneal #Sarcoma without increasing morbidity. Decision requires individualized MDT assessment. @angelahong ow.ly/m9vN50XQk2W @SKMaithel

We’ve arrived in Hobart! To kick things off, the ANZSA Scientific Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss recent research developments and explore future directions. It’s wonderful to see sarcoma specialists and consumers from across Australia and New Zealand collaborating.

📢 1 Week Left to Submit Your Abstract There’s just 1 week remaining to submit your abstract for the 2025 ASM. Abstract/poster submissions must be received electronically via the online form by midnight (AEST) on Friday 1 August 2025. Submit: aoa.org.au/events/cem-events…

Next Thursday! Join us for our second #sarcomaawarenessmonth Webinar in collaboration with @VCCCAlliance Register here: vcccalliance.org.au/news-and…

Today our wonderful Deputy Chair, Professor @AngelaHong, lead her GenesisCare Plank-a-thon team in Sydney for sarcoma research! To sign up or show your support, please visit sarcomaplankathon.com #sarcomaawareness #research #teamspirit

We’re pleased to announce that @WinshipAtEmory in the US, is the second international site to join the ReLaPSe study - a prospective study evaluating standard treatment options for patients who’ve had a recurrence of a resected #retroperitoneal #liposarcoma.

Abstract submissions are now open for the 2025 ANZSA Annual Scientific Meeting. We’re inviting poster submissions from all areas of sarcoma research! Deadline: Friday 1 August 2025 (midnight AEST) 📎 Follow the submission instructions at: aoa.org.au/events/cem-events…

Join leading minds in sarcoma research and care at the 2025 ANZSA Annual Scientific Meeting, October 10–11 in Hobart. Connect with clinicians, researchers, and advocates to explore the latest in sarcoma science and multidisciplinary care. Register today: sarcoma.org.au/pages/2025-as…

The ⁦@anzsarcoma⁩ scientific advisory committee meeting was an exciting and fruitful day to discuss ongoing trials, database upgrade and new #research ideas. Shout out to the consumers who provided insightful feedback. ⁦@davidgyorki⁩ ⁦@FionaMacPath⁩

A/Prof @saratchanderRO paper on automated planning for Lattice Radiation Therapy has been named one of the top 10% most-viewed papers of 2023 by Medical Physics. Part-funded by ANZSA, this work paves the way for more efficient, consistent treatment of complex tumours.

📢 We are pleased to have launched our #prospective #PUSH project on #LGFMS and #SEF last month. This is the first #coordinated #multistakeholder #international effort 🌎 utilising this unique platform in an attempt to study rare cancers 🦀. The video recording of our launch meeting is available here: push-platform.org/LGFMS_Stud… @ctosociety #CTOSTweeTOS @SilviaStacchia @alegronchi @saxotomy @DrLizConnolly @AngelaHong @CureSarcoma and many others.

The ReLaPSe Study is now open @petermaccancercentre! This international study being led by ANZSA aims to answer the question of which treatment option (surgery with or without preoperative radiotherapy) is best for patients diagnosed with recurrent retroperitoneal liposarcoma.

ANZSA is offering two Sarcoma Research Grants with support from our generous donors to support Sarcoma Research. Two grants of up to $50,000 each are for direct research costs to improve both early detection and therapy for sarcoma! Apply here: sarcoma.org.au/pages/researc…

On #International #Women and #Girls in #Science Day, we celebrate the outstanding contributions of women in our ANZSA community, advancing sarcoma cancer research. Today, we spotlight Jacqui McGovern, winner of the Choong Dickinson Best Poster Prize from our previous ASM!

ONLY 1 WEEK AWAY! Our first session will be hosted by Orthopaedic Surgeon and Oncologist, Andrew Johnston from the Auckland City Hospital. Please join us by registering your attendance here: forms.office.com/pages/respo…

It was a momentous time celebrating @ausoftheyear 2025 with my daughters (one watching proudly from the USA!), my rock of a husband, and my wise brilliant mum. As I welcome our inspiring new awardees, I reflect on an incredible 2024: pioneering melanoma research that transformed clinical practice, leading groundbreaking discoveries with brilliant women scientists & clinicians, and exploring our vast nation's changemakers. Through the highs of #research success and raising awareness for #SunSafety (preventing melanoma - Australia's cancer), came profound loss - farewell to my beloved father Geoff Long, whose wisdom & cut-through I miss daily. Grateful for my 5 siblings, mum, and family who carry his legacy forward. Thank you Australia for a truly unforgettable year. @Sydney_Uni @MelanomaAus @Science_Academy @abcnews @ABCTV @gg_sammostyn @AlboMP @PatrickGormanMP @ProfRAScolyer @FightMND @KatrinaWruck youtu.be/VfJKuE114Do?feature…

⌚ The countdown is on! We're less than one month away from ANZSA's first Journal Club of 2025. Insightful topics and expert presenters are on the way so stay tuned for all the details! 👉 Register your attendance: forms.office.com/r/VLjFP39QP…

The @anzsarcoma #sarcoma journal club is retuning for its 5th year. The New Zealand team will host on the first on the 12th Feb. Join this virtually to hear the latest in sarcoma research .

As the year draws to a close, we’d like to thank our founding board members, Jayesh Desai and Marianne Phillips, who are retiring after 15 years of invaluable contributions. We wish them all the best and look forward to continuing to work with them!