Since then, the centre has helped many patients and families around Gippsland in providing cancer treatment, but more importantly, providing cancer treatment close to home. Invited to the celebrations were patients, families, staff and everyone who had been part of the centre’s journey over the two decades. He explained that while cancer treatment is not a cause for celebration, the availability and accessibility of treatment is. His insights into the cancer centre are particularly personal, as he unfortunately received his own cancer treatment there. Previously having to travel to Melbourne for treatment, he highlighted the convenience of having a cancer centre local to him.