‘Glioblastoma Bomber’ Takes His Fight South: Brisbane Couple Walk Again to Raise Awareness and Funds for Brain Cancer in Walk4BrainCancer Melbourne (23rd November)
Less than four months after being diagnosed with terminal brain cancer, Queensland’s Peter Humphreys and wife Jen are stepping up once again, taking their fight to Albert Park later this month.
Following his remarkable effort at Walk4BrainCancer Brisbane in October, Peter Humphreys and his wife, Jen Horsford, are continuing their mission to raise awareness and funds for Cure Brain Cancer Foundation (CBCF), this time at Walk4BrainCancer Melbourne, the home of Peter’s beloved Essendon Football Club.
Peter’s world, and that of his wife Jen, was turned upside down in June 2025 when he experienced a sudden seizure at home. Initially treated for a viral infection, further scans soon revealed a far more devastating reality. By August 2025, Peter was diagnosed with Stage 4 Glioblastoma Multiforme, an aggressive and terminal brain cancer.
Jen describes receiving the news as a shock that left the family reeling:
“We felt like we were in a car that had been hit by a freight train. It had to be a horrific dream, but the next day, it was still our reality.”
Despite the overwhelming diagnosis and the uncertainty ahead, Peter and Jen have channelled their fear and grief into a mission to help others impacted by brain cancer, turning their personal battle into action.
Having completed a gruelling course of radiation just two weeks ago, Peter remains determined to keep walking, raising awareness and vital funds for brain cancer research.
True to his nickname, the Glioblastoma Bomber, Peter has already inspired his community. A passionate Essendon Football Club supporter, he was surprised by the team in September with a signed 2025 jersey, sent especially to show support in his fight against this aggressive brain cancer.
This month, Peter and Jen’s team, the Glioblastoma Bombers, will join hundreds of Victorians at Albert Park Lake for the 5km community walk. They have already raised over $3,200 for Cure Brain Cancer Foundation.
“This has been a raw and rude awakening for our family. Peter wanted to do something to help others with this diagnosis, so they don’t have their world ripped apart like ours has been”, says Jen.
Peter’s participation across two events, Brisbane and now Melbourne, is testament to his resilience and commitment to turning personal adversity into meaningful impact.
CEO of Cure Brain Cancer Foundation, Andrew Giles, says Peter and Jen’s story captures the spirit of the movement:
“Walk4BrainCancer Melbourne brings together the community to raise essential funds for groundbreaking research. Pete and Jen’s dedication highlight the impact individuals can have when they turn their personal challenges into action.”
To register for Walk4BrainCancer Melbourne or support Peter’s Glioblastoma Bombers team, visit www.walk4braincancer.com.au
Walk4BrainCancer Melbourne Details:
Sunday, 23 November 2025 – from 8:30am
Albert Park Lake, Palms Lawn VIC 3206
https://walk4braincancer.com.au/walks/melbourne/
About Cure Brain Cancer Foundation
Cure Brain Cancer Foundation is an Australian-based organisation that is working globally to rapidly improve brain cancer survival through funding innovative brain cancer research.
Cure Brain Cancer Foundation is the largest dedicated funder of brain cancer research in Australia. The Foundation has invested over $30 million into brain cancer research including clinical trials and pre-clinical research efforts across paediatric and adult brain cancers.
Cure Brain Cancer Foundation passionately forges global research collaborations, brings world-class clinical trials to Australia and gives people with brain cancer greater access to innovative new treatments.
The Foundation’s mission is to unite the community and rapidly increase brain cancer survival, improving the quality of life for people impacted by the disease. With a vision to ultimately find a cure for brain cancer.
Visit www.curebraincancer.org.au for more information.
Sarah Finn
