Dr Michael Rice, AM, Paediatric Oncologist Women’s & Children’s Hospital

Dr Michael Rice was responsible for establishing the Association, beginning the process in 1981.

Dr Rice initiated contact with other parents of children with cancer and called them to a meeting at the hospital to discuss the establishment of a support group. This meeting ultimately led to the formation of the Association.  Since its’ formation, Dr Rice has regularly attended meetings of the Association to provide guidance and advice, and to act as a mentor. 

His significant contribution to the Association was first acknowledged with the naming of the Michael Rice Units at Prospect in September 1985 - made available to country families whilst staying in Adelaide for treatment.

Dr Rice has received many prestigious awards over the years including:

* 1998 - The Howards Williams Medal at the Australian College of Paediatrics
* 2000 - The Medal of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians
* 2003 - The Centenary Medal
* 2004 - The Gold Medal of the Australian Medical Association
* 2004 - The Medal of the Order of Australia

Ambassador since April 2010 & Life Member

Travis Boak, Port Adelaide Football Club

The Childhood Cancer Association is thrilled to announce its most recent Ambassador, Power midfielder Travis Boak. Travis will support the Associaiton through hospital visits, by attending CCA events throughout the year and spending time with children undergoing treatment for cancer. CCA looks forward to working with Travis and the Port Adelaide Football Club over the coming year.

Ambassador since October 2010

Ms Kate Collins, Reporter & Presenter Nine News

Kate Collins is a reporter and presenter for Nine News. Kate has been with Channel 9 Adelaide since November 2006. Kate Collins completed an undergraduate bachelor of Media degree at Adelaide University in 2005 and a Post Graduate Diploma of Journalism at Magill Uni SA in 2006. While completing her studies, Kate worked as a weekend newsreader at Austereo for just over 9 months, before leaving to make the switch to TV, joining the Channel 9 news team as a General Reporter four years ago. 2008 was a major highlight for Kates' career when she was announced as the presenter of the latest edition of Adelaide's A Current Affair. Kate quickly became accepted and well-known to the Adelaide viewers. Kate is a trusted and admired young newsreader with a fine career ahead of her. Kate reports for Nine News and is a part of the presenting team.

CCA looks forward to working with Kate, who where possible, will support our major events throughout the year.

Ambassador since September 2010

Kane Richardson - West End Redbacks & Adelaide Strikers cricketer

Kane Richardson has shown that he has significant potential and should soon become a regular across all formats. Richardson had an outstanding KFC Big Bash Final last summer, helping the Redbacks to an 8 wicket victory over NSW with 3-31 off four overs. He also made his debut in the Shield format against Queensland at Adelaide taking 5-109 for the match.

Ambassador since August 2011