First Australian to donate organs after voluntary assisted dying
As Marlene Bevern approached the end of her life, there was only one thing that really made her smile — the possibility her death would be life-saving. The former nurse…
News from Victoria
‘It was cruel’: dying patient denied euthanasia in Catholic-run hospital
Jane Morris, vice-president of Dying with Dignity Victoria, says her friend, who had motor neurone disease, ‘had a terrible experience and she had to seek help outside of the hospital…
New VAD support groups now available
Additional support is now available for families, friends and carers of people who have chosen to access voluntary assisted dying (VAD). In a new initiative, Dying with Dignity Victoria (DWDV)…
DWDV survey of attitudes to voluntary assisted dying
In late 2022, Dying With Dignity Victoria (DWDV) invited contacts via email, its website and social media to complete a survey of their experience with – or understanding of -…
Misinformation in Aston!
DWDV was informed today by a supporter that leaflets are being delivered to constituents of the Federal electorate of Aston, in which a by-election will be held on April 1,…
A Tribute to Dr Rodney Syme
A tribute to the late and wonderful Rodney Syme. The seat is in the Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria, Melbourne, in a position chosen by the Syme family.