We have recently discovered that John has a cancerous growth. He has been admitted to hospital this morning for surgery and ongoing treatment. 
 

John has provided this statement: “Cancer diagnosis is something that so many people face every single day, and countless others have walked this path before me. The one thing I know for sure is that we have the very best specialist healthcare professionals in Victoria, and we can all be grateful for that. I know I am.”

We request that the media please respect the family’s privacy at this time. 

Thank you. 

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