Australia has the highest rate of skin cancer in the world, with approximately two out of every three Australians diagnosed in their lifetime.

 Australia has the highest rate of skin cancer in the world, with approximately two out of every three Australians diagnosed in their lifetime.

Sun protection and early diagnosis are crucial for effective treatment and improved outcomes, especially for those living in rural and remote areas where access to dermatologists can be limited.

Tasmanian Lions are extending the successful mobile screening services already operating in other states with the introduction of a Tasmanian Lions Skin Cancer Screening Van that will provide full-body skin checks to communities across the state.

To officially launch this lifesaving new service and raise vital funds for operating costs, Tasmanian Lions Skin Cancer Foundation recently completed a 160km run from Smithton to Port Sorell. The run was completed by Lions volunteer Sari-Elle Kraemer, who was supported along the route by members of the Tasmanian Lions Skin Cancer Foundation, local Lions Clubs, and a spirited convoy from the Tasmanian Tractor Trekkers.

 Over three days, she travelled through Smithton, Wynyard and Penguin before arriving in Port Sorell for the opening of the Lions District Convention on 7 November, where the new screening van was officially launched.

The run generated strong community support, prompted  many conversations about the importance of early detection, and marked a major milestone in bringing mobile skin cancer screening to Tasmanians.

All funds raised will help with operating costs to get the Tasmanian Lions Skin Cancer van on the road in early 2026.