Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre shared La Trobe University’s post on LinkedIn, adding:
“Congratulations to Peter Mac Chief Executive Professor Jason Payne on being named a Distinguished Alumni Award recipient of La Trobe University.
This honour – one of the university’s highest – recognises his immense contribution to healthcare in Victoria, and his ongoing commitment to advancing patient care, research and education to improve outcomes for patients.
We’re so proud of the strong and enduring partnerships Peter Mac and our leaders have built with universities across Victoria, including La Trobe.
Collaborations like these are vital to educating the next generation of health professionals and driving the research and innovation that improves cancer care.
Congratulations Jason – a well-deserved recognition.
You can watch the full video about Professor Payne here.”
Quoting La Trobe University’s post:
“Six remarkable graduates have been recognised with one of La Trobe’s highest honours at the 2026 Distinguished Alumni Awards.
From advancing Indigenous land justice and transforming cancer care, to improving rural health, championing inclusion through sport and strengthening community leadership – this year’s recipients reflect the many ways La Trobe University Alumni are making a difference.
Congratulations to our 2026 award recipients:
- Dr Wayne Atkinson
- Professor Jason Payne
- Deborah Radford
- Brooke Shelly
Young Achiever Awards:
- Ahmed M Kelly
- Gai Porh La Myint
Their achievements span advocacy, healthcare, philanthropy, sport and community leadership – united by a shared commitment to creating positive change.
Read more about the 2026 Distinguished Alumni Award recipients.”
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