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EPISODE · Jun 8, 2026 · 7 MIN

How a ‘kid from Tassie’ changed the world: Remembering the remarkable life of Dr. Richard Scolyer

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Jason Matthews on 4BC Mornings paid tribute to the late Dr. Richard Scolyer, the world-renowned cancer researcher and 2024 Australian of the Year, who passed away at age 59 following a battle with brain cancer. His close friend Mark Barretta joined the program to share personal stories of Dr. Scolyer’s determination on the Tour de Cure, his revolutionary medical breakthroughs, and the confirmation of an upcoming state funeral.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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