Gympie turns blue for prostate cancer awareness

Published on 17 September 2026

Light blue will be the colour of the Clock Tower at Gympie Town Hall and Lake Alford fountain as Gympie Regional Council helps raise awareness of prostate cancer, this week.

September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month in Australia, helping raise awareness about the importance of early detection, treatment and support for men affected by prostate cancer.

The two locations will be illuminated from Wednesday 16 September to Monday 21 September, as Council joins the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia, in reminding us to encourage the men in our lives to talk to their doctor about prostate health.

Prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in Australia, with over 29,000 men diagnosed each year and more than 4,000 deaths annually.

Gympie Mayor Glen Hartwig said Council’s support for the campaign was a simple but visible way to encourage men across the region to look after their health.

“Prostate cancer affects men and families in communities right across Australia, including here in the Gympie region,” Mayor Hartwig said.

“It’s important that men understand their risk, look after their health and get checked.

“Early detection can save lives, and if seeing these locations lit light blue prompts someone to learn more about prostate cancer or get checked, then that is a positive outcome.”

For more information about prostate cancer, early detection and support, visit Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia | PCFA

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IMAGE CAPTION: Lake Alford Fountain