Updated 2026-09-06 · Prices in AUD · Recall feed checked daily
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Cancer Treatment (chemo course) cost across Australia

Oncology consult, staging and a course of chemotherapy for lymphoma or similar.

A$4,750–A$14,250national typical range (AUD)
Sydneymost expensive city
Hobartleast expensive city
Top 10

Where it costs most

SydneyA$11,400
MelbourneA$10,640
CanberraA$10,450
PerthA$9,690
BrisbaneA$9,500
DarwinA$9,500
Gold CoastA$9,310
NewcastleA$9,025
AdelaideA$8,835
HobartA$8,740
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Ways to pay less

  • Most Canadian plans cap at $5,000-$20,000/year: check the annual limit.
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Insured dogs in Darwin would get roughly A$8,550 of this back.

Typical plans reimburse 80–90% after the deductible, for about A$43–A$90/month for a young dog.

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All 10 cities

CityTypical rangeIndex
Sydney NSWA$5,700–A$17,100
Melbourne VICA$5,320–A$15,960
Canberra ACTA$5,225–A$15,675
Perth WAA$4,845–A$14,535
Brisbane QLDA$4,750–A$14,250
Darwin NTA$4,750–A$14,250
Gold Coast QLDA$4,655–A$13,965
Newcastle NSWA$4,510–A$13,540
Adelaide SAA$4,420–A$13,250
Hobart TASA$4,370–A$13,110
FAQ

Questions

What is the average cost of cancer treatment (chemo course) in Australia?

Nationally A$4,750–A$14,250 in 2026. Sydney is the most expensive city we track; Hobart the least.

Why do prices vary so much between cities?

Rent, staff wages, equipment and competition. Big-city specialty hospitals can charge double what a rural clinic does for the same procedure.

Does pet insurance cover cancer treatment (chemo course)?

Yes, on most accident-and-illness plans after the deductible.

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