Kidney Health Australia is a not-for-profit, and the national peak body for kidney health in Australia with a vision 'to save and improve the lives of Australians affected by kidney disease'. In 2018 we acknowledge the 50 years Kidney Health Australia has supported, led and achieved significant progress across the areas of kidney research, advocacy, education and support. 1.7 million people living in Australia are affected by kidney disease. Every day, over 60 people in Australia die with kidney-related disease – more than breast cancer, prostate cancer and road accidents combined. Today our message is as critical as ever.