Event Details

What is Can4Cancer?

Can4Cancer is a CommBank Staff Foundation initiative in partnership with Tour de Cure that raises vital funds to support researchers working towards curing and preventing cancer. Whether you’re new to Can4Cancer or you are a returning veteran, here are the answers to some questions you may have. If you have any further questions, please ask! can4cancer@cba.com.au 

What are the dates for the C4C walks in each state?

• Brisbane Thursday September 7

• Adelaide Tuesday September 26

• Melbourne Thursday October 5

• Perth Tuesday October 17

• Sydney Tuesday October 24

What is the distance of the walks?

In 2023 we have two walk options; a 10km walk and a 21km walk. You will select the distance you wish to participate in during registration.

What are the walk routes?

10km routes and start times will be emailed closer to the date, however 10km walks will start later in the morning at approx. 10.30am as a guide, and finish with the 21km walkers. 21km walk routes below.

You will receive information about the walk route and timings via email closer to the event date.

Walk Training Program

Download: 10km Training plan or 21km Training plan

Training plans are a basic guide. For participant specific and personalised program support, it is recommended you contact an accredited and suitably qualified fitness or endurance sports professional. If you have pre-existing health conditions, consult your GP before commencing training.

Event Day Information

What do I need to bring?

Please remember to have a good breakfast as you’ll be walking a long way! There will be no food & beverages available at the walk start.

• Comfortable walking shoes with good socks (not cotton socks).

• Walk shirt, pre-filled drink bottle & cap (supplied) Backpack.

• A couple of band-aids or compeed blister packs (just in case…).

• Your pre-filled water bottle - there will be opportunities to refill throughout the day.

• Portable speaker to play some tunes while you walk.

• Portable battery charger for your mobile phone.

• Sunglasses and sunscreen.

• Jumper/raincoat if weather is looking inclement.

What is the registration fee and what does it include?

Registrations for all walks is sold out and now closed.

The registration fee for 2023:
Early bird rate: $60 p/person, closes 30 June 2023
Standard rate: $70p/person 

Your registration fee goes towards the day to provide:

• T-shirt

• Cap 

• Brunch, late lunch and snacks

• Lunch and Recovery following the walk

You will be required to pay your registration fee at the final step of the registration process. 

When do registrations close?

Registrations will close 4 weeks prior to event day, unless published otherwise. 

When is the early bird registration period?

Register during June 2023 and you will get a $10 discount on your registration fee. Early Bird closes 30 June 2023.

How will I receive my walk kit (t-shirt & cap)

You or your team captain will need to collect your Can4Cancer kit from a CBA office closer to the event time. You will receive detailed information on location and timing via email.

How do I change my shirt size?

You can change your shirt size up to one week prior to your event, in the week leading up to your event we will endeavour to make the change subject to size availability. Tip, if the shirt size ordered is a little big, embrace the roominess and keep the size ordered! Please email fundraising@tourdecure.com.au to make the change.

Do I need to bring a water bottle to the event?

Yes. This year the Can4Cancer kit does not include a water bottle so please bring a water bottle the event.

I have opted to not receive a kit, what do I wear to the event?

If you have opted out of the Can4Cancer Kit, please wear your 2022 Kit to the event.

I’m Support Crew, what role will I play on the day?

On the day of the walk, you will be assigned to one of the following tasks:

• Act as a guide to keep the walkers on the correct route

• Be a checkpoint person on the routes to check in each Team Leader

• Be a driver or navigator that transports Support Persons around the walking route e.g. the photographer, the checkpoint marshals, etc.

• Be a cyclist that rides around the walking route to ensure all walkers are ok and provide water and snacks to them

• Promote the Tour de Cure message, "Be Fit, Be Happy, Be Healthy" message

We will send you a survey to complete which will enable us to allocate roles advised 4 weeks out fromthe Walk. Briefing sessions start between 4 weeks out and up to one week out depending on the role you will play. You will have the opportunity to discuss the role you have been assigned.

Support Crew Registration fee and Fundraising.

There is no registration fee for support crew and we will supply you with Can4Cancer support crew shirt and cap, and catering throughout the day.

The fundraising target for support crew is $250.

Fundraising and Teams

What is the fundraising target?

To join the Can4Cancer walks in 2023, CBA employees and invited sponsors are required to raise funds for cancer research, support and prevention.

The fundraising target for walkers and support crew is $250.

Tour de Cure’s Fundraising Coach is available to help you plan to reach or exceed your target.  You can find helpful fundraising tips here: Fundraising — Can4Cancer 2023 (tourdecure.com.au).

Please complete your fundraising commitment prior to the day before your scheduled walk.

How do I collect Fundraising?

Registration and fundraising for Can4Cancer will be through the Can4Cancer Grassrootz website. On registration, you will receive a shareable fundraising page which can be easily personalised with your photo and your personal ‘Why’ story.

You can post training updates and thank your donors directly, making reaching your fundraising target easy. Remember - you’re not asking for money for yourself, you’re asking for support in finding a cure for cancer.

How do I get a receipt of donation?

When a donation has been processed a receipt will be automatically sent out to the email address that the donation was made under. If you have not received your receipt please email support@grassrootz.com

Can I get a tax deduction for the registration fee?

No, the registration fee cannot be tax deducted. Only donations made to yourself, team or colleagues can be tax deducted.

My fundraising page isn’t showing on the leaderboard on Can4Cancer website

You can update your privacy setting on your profile.

• Log in to your fundraising page

• Click on Edit Page

• Go to the bottom of the page and tick the PUBLIC box “Public pages automatically appear on all leader boards and can show up on search results as well“

• Click SAVE

Can I create or join a fundraising team?

Yes. If you are wanting to put on fundraising events with your friends, then 'Teams’ are the best way to go to sharing in group fundraising! Teams can have unlimited team members.

To form a team:

• Think up a team name that is unique and resonates with your group.

• Nominate a team leader.

• Have the team leader register first and select the option to ‘Create a Team’. This option will appear in step 3, the fundraising section of registration.

• Once the team is created, the rest of the team can register and select ‘Join a Team’ to join theteam created

• Invite one or two of your colleagues to be Support Crew. We have many roles for people who don’t want to walk but still be part of the day. Please note that the support crew will be assigned a role and will not be with the team for the whole day.

If you would prefer to sign up and participate as an individual, that is perfectly OK too.

What’s the fundraising target for a team?

The team fundraising target = individual fundraising target X number team participants.

Note, a target will not automatically show on your team page, the Team Leader needs to manually add or update the target.

Can I invite others to join my team?

Yes, visit your team page, then copy the link and share it with your colleagues so they can register and join your team straight away.

Can team members do different distances ie some 10km and some 21km?

Yes! The teams are more for getting together for team building and for fundraising together in the lead up to the event. You can have people in one team doing different distances. When you register, you nominate which distance you are doing and then you select ‘Join existing team’ and search and select your team.

How do I join a team when I have already registered as an individual?

How do I join a team when I have already registered as an individual?

Login to your page (click LOGIN button in the top right corner)

• On the left of your page, click the option to ‘Join or create a team’.

• If you are creating a team, choose ‘Start a new team’. Give your team a meaningful and unique team name that will be easy for your donors to find and resonate with your group!

• Adjust your fundraising target to represent the number of people as above.

• If you are joining an existing team, choose ‘Join an existing team’.

• Start typing in the name of the team in the search box, wait for your team to appear, then select.

• There is also the option for you to leave a team or change your team.

Can I participate in multiple events?

The Can4Cancer events are held on different dates, giving participants the option to join multiple events in a year.

If you would like to participate in multiple events, you will need to pay each registration fee and meet the minimum fundraising goal for each event (e.g. join the walk and run in 2023, you will need to pay $70 walk registration fee and raise a minimum of $250 AND you will need to pay $70 run registration fee and raise a minimum of $250.)

I am taking part in two C4C events (e.g. the Ride and the Walk), how do I manage the two fundraising pages and commitments?

If you are taking part in two C4C events you will automatically receive two fundraising pages and will need to meet both of those fundraising commitments. Start fundraising for your first event by sharing your unique fundraising page URL and QR code. Once you reach your fundraising commitment for the first event, email support@grassrootz.com with both fundraising URLs and request a redirect from your completed fundraising profile to your next event fundraising profile.

General Details

Where will I find out information for C4C 2023?

Newsletters will be issued monthly via email.

CBA employees can find further information on One.CBA  and on the Can4Cancer Yammer page.

How do I opt in to receive the newsletter?

If you aren’t currently receiving the monthly newsletter, please email can4cancer@cba.com.au to be added to the newsletter distribution list.

I forgot my password, how can I update it?

If you have forgotten your password, please follow the process to re-set your password. Please note, CBA network blocks this email so please use your phone to access the email and update your password.

Can I apply for volunteer leave to attend the event?

CBA employees are entitled to paid Volunteer leave which can be entered via Workday.

I am unable to attend the walk, can I request a refund?

If you are no longer able to participate in the walk event, you are still able to participate in My Can4Cancer and you will still be able to collect your Can4Cancer Walk kit at the Kit collection location and time. Unfortunately we are unable to offer a refund of the registration fee.

Can someone else take my spot?

Unfortunately no. This is because of insurance reasons. You will need to follow the cancellation process and the new person will be required to follow the registration process and pay their registration fee. 

What happens to my registration fee if the Can4Cancer events are postponed?

If your Event is postponed by Tour de Cure (or due to Government requirements), your Registration Fee and any fundraising to date will be transferred to the rescheduled date.

In the event of cancellation of the Event, your Registration Fee can be refunded, or you may choose to leave the Registration Fees to support cancer research, support and prevention. Your fundraising to date will not be refunded back to the Donors, it will go directly to the cancer research, support and prevention projects of the cancelled Event.

I am no longer employed at CBA/BW, can I still participate?

As long as you were an employee of the Group by June 1st, you are still able to join Can4Cancer 2023.

Can I bring my family members or dog to the event?

Unfortunately no, due to event insurance, this event is open to CBA employees and their sponsors over the age of 18 only. Sorry, no furry friends! If family members want to be connected to the cause, perhaps they can get involved in the fundraising activities to stay connected.

Can I pay my registration fee by corporate credit card?

The registration fee is a personal contribution and is payable by the employee. It cannot be charged to the corporate credit card.

Do I need to record the donations in the G&E register (Conflict Hub)?

If you’re approaching clients to support your fundraising, the support needs to be logged in the Group Gift and Entertainment register, for more details visit One.CBA. Please reach out to your Business Units Line Risk representative for more details

Can I get discounted fitness wear?

Staff Deals and AIA Vitality App provide staff benefits to CommBank Group employees by way of exclusive lifestyle shopping deals. 

We can help you start training for Can4Cancer with deals on home exercise equipment, bicycles and also vitamins & supplements to ensure your body is race-fit! Don’t forget to stock up on some fun active wear to train in!

Do I need to be Covid vaccinated to join a Can4Cancer event?

No. As per covid governance across Australia, there is no mandatory vaccination for any event.

Will I become a CommBank Staff Foundation member by joining Can4Cancer?

Can4Cancer is the signature CommBank Staff Foundation fundraising event. This year, Commbank and Bankwest participants will automatically be enrolled to join the Foundation by signing up to Can4Cancer. Fortnightly donations of $5 will be auto-deducted from 6 November 2023. If you would like to learn more, visit One.CBA or from 6 November 2023 you can change your fortnightly contribution or opt out via Sidekick. If you have any further questions about membership, you can email commbankfoundation@cba.com.au