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Rivals unite at the Peter Mac Cup Breakfast 2026

The 31st Peter Mac Cup began on Monday April 13 at the MCG, nerly 400 guests gathered for breakfast alongside Carlton Football Club and Collingwood Football Club to begin a meaningful week in support...Read more

2 min read 14 April 2026
13 April 2026
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A night that showed what’s possible when a community comes together. 💜 Thanks to the incredible generosity of fans, donors, partners and supporters, the 2026 Peter Mac Cup raised an extraordinary $338,635 for cancer research and patient care. From the sea of lights during the song Heroes, to the moving guard of honour led by Peter Mac patients and staff, this year’s Cup was about so much more than football. It was about hope, remembrance, resilience and standing together for everyone impacted by cancer. To every person who donated, shared their story, cheered from the stands, or supported the campaign in any way, thank you. You helped make a real difference. Thank you to our incredible partners @collingwood_fc @carlton_fc The Pratt Foundation @visyforabetterworld @sonyfoundation @communitybank_strathmore and Metro Trains Melbourne Rivals on the field. United for a cause that matters.
Congratulations to @collingwood_fc on taking out the 31st Peter Mac Cup, securing the win over @carlton_fc in a hard-fought match at the MCG, and to @whispernickydaicos for taking out this year's Richard Pratt medal for the best player on the ground. On the field, patients, staff and supporters formed a guard of honour. The night began with a powerful pre-game tribute to Peter Mac, shared on the big screen and broadcast across the stadium. As Gang of Youths’ powerful rendition of Heroes rang out, thousands of phone lights shimmered across the stands, turning the ground into a sky full of stars. It was a moving tribute - a moment to remember those we have lost to cancer, and to stand alongside those still fighting, including the patients and the dedicated staff who care for them every day. Thank you to everyone who made the night possible and to those who continue to stand with Peter Mac. A very special thank you to Carlton and Collingwood, whose support we are so incredibly grateful for. For over 30 years, this match has brought rivals together to support life-saving cancer research. Thank you to @@sonyfoundation and their youth cancer program “You Can” along with @sonymusicaustralia artist @gangofyouths for helping bring this special moment to life. Stay tuned for our final fundraising result 💜🔥
“Be the change you want to see.” These are Peter’s words, a long-time advocate for social justice. When Peter’s father was treated at Peter Mac, the experience inspired him to act. Peter wants to ensure that cancer research continues to advance for future generations. Including a gift in his Will became his way of making that possible. Peter has always believed in practical action. 💬 “Awareness is important, but what really makes a difference is volunteering, donating or fundraising. A bequest achieves this,” he says. As a Friend for Life – a person who has chosen to include a gift to Peter Mac in their Will – Peter's legacy of compassion will benefit countless people in the years to come. Discover the power of a gift in your Will: foundation.petermac.org/friendforlife Read more: foundation.petermac.org/peter
We kicked off the 31st Peter Mac Cup with a memorable breakfast at the MCG on Monday morning, bringing together over 400 guests alongside @carlton_fc and @collingwood_fc to begin a meaningful week in support of Peter Mac Cup. Hosted by Fox Footy’s @sarahjonesfoxfooty , the morning featured a powerful conversation with AFL legend David Parkin and Peter Mac researcher Professor Grant McArthur who each shared their personal cancer journeys with Prostate cancer. The program also included insights from @darcymooore and @jacobweitering23 , as they looked ahead to their Round 6 showdown. A sincere thank you to the many current and former Carlton and Collingwood players who generously gave their time to be part of the event and show their support. We’re also incredibly grateful to our corporate partners, the Pratt Foundation, and @communitybank_strathmore for helping make this event possible. Now, attention turns to Thursday night’s big game. Whether you’re at the ground or watching from home, stand with us and support the fight against cancer. You can contribute to life-saving research through the Peter Mac Cup via the link in our bio.
It didn’t start as a tradition. It started as a question. What if football could do more? 👉 Swipe to see how one idea in 1993 became the Peter Mac Cup, the longest-running charity match in AFL/VFL history. Decades later, the rivalry still stands. But so does the impact. Together, we’re changing lives. Donate now to support cancer research through the Peter Mac Cup - Link in bio
This is why it matters 💜 Support the Peter Mac Cup this year and join us in making a difference to the lives of people impacted by cancer. Rivals on the field. United against cancer. Give now and help accelerate vital cancer research - link in bio
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