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Community rallies Reed House toy drive
When young daughter Sahara needed her tonsils removed, mum Mikayla Salta, husband Dylan, and two daughters found their home away from home for two weeks at Wishlist hospital accommodation – Reed House. Rallying their community, the Salta family collected new and pre-loved toys to bring joy to future young guests at Reed House.
Ks 4 Cancer 2024 a great success
On Sunday, October 20, the shores of Lake Kawana were alive with energy and purpose as over 800 participants laced up their sneakers for the annual Wishlist K’s 4 Cancer event. This year’s turnout was the largest since the event began in 2018, with runners and walkers alike showing incredible support for cancer patients on the Sunshine Coast.
Father of Three Champions Wishlist’s K...
Father-of-three Adam Johnson is a larger-than-life character – his bold shirts, infectious smile and charisma brightens up the room. Since his diagnosis last year, the 50-year-old has begun the difficult process of preparing himself and his loved ones that he may not be here much longer.
Sundale Community Foundation boosts Reed...
Wishlist’s accommodation facility, Reed House, located near Nambour Hospital, has received a generous $6,642 grant from the Sundale Community Foundation. These funds will be used to purchase a new washing machine and dryer for the comfort of guests staying at Reed House.
Maleny MAD House Morning Tea Raises over...
Head and neck cancer study funded by sup...
Thanks to the Sunshine Coast Head and Neck Cancer Support Group fundraiser on July 13th, $10,000 was raised for Wishlist, with $5,000 directed to hospital accommodation and $5,000 directed to the University of the Sunshine Coast Stride-HNC Study - a research project investigating sarcopenia (muscle loss) in head and neck cancer survivors.
The gift of mobility
Caloundra local Doreen Quick’s life changed dramatically earlier this year when she suffered a stroke while in her kitchen. Thanks to generous donations, Wishlist has been able to secure single-arm wheelchairs for the rehab department and the gift of mobility made a world of difference for Doreen.
TOWN joins Wishlist as a Corporate Partn...
We are excited to announce TOWN, industry leaders in Sunshine Coast real estate, as our newest Corporate Partner. This partnership will support Wishlist’s ongoing mission to improve healthcare services for Sunshine Coast patients and their families.
How your dollar makes a difference
At Wishlist, we continue to work towards providing vital healthcare resources for our local community, thanks to the incredible generosity of our supporters. In recent months, your donations have made a significant impact, allowing us to purchase essential equipment that enhances the care and comfort of patients across multiple departments. Here's how your contributions have made a difference:
Wishlist secures $30,000 from Gambling C...
Wishlist is thrilled to announce a $30,000 grant from the Gambling Community Benefit Fund (GCBF), which will go towards purchasing a vital piece of equipment for the Sunshine Coast University Hospital's (SCUH) Neonatal Unit - a Hamilton MRI-compatible ventilator for newborn babies.
PerryCooper Property support Wishlist's ...
Perry Cooper Property has become a Festival Zone sponsor for the Wishlist K's 4 Cancer event on October 20. Their commitment to the event highlights the strong community values that drive our mission to support cancer patients.
Wishlist welcomes Moes Media as Corporat...
Wishlist is excited to announce Moes Media, Sunshine Coast-based video production company, as our newest corporate partner. This partnership will support Wishlist’s ongoing mission to improve healthcare services for Sunshine Coast patients and their families.
New clinic for quicker and safer procedu...
New outpatient clinic revolutionises hysteroscopy procedures - offering quicker, less disruptive care for women on the Coast.
Buderim Foundation grants Wishlist $7085
The Sunshine Coast University Hospital Rehabilitation Unit will receive a much-needed single-arm wheelchair, designed to restore independence for patients with limited mobility, thanks to a $7,085 grant from the Buderim Foundation.
Aitken Legal Golf Day raises $61,000 for...
Aitken Legal has revived its charity golf challenge after eight years to help raise funds for hospital foundation Wishlist. The firm pulled together $61,064 for 92.7 MIX FM’s Give Me 5 appeal via the 4 Ball Ambrose Legal’s Sunshine Coast Corporate Charity Golf Challenge, where 144 golfers broke out their clubs for 18 holes at the Pelican Waters Golf Club.
Baton being passed at Wishlist
After 24 years as the face and force of Wishlist, inaugural and long-serving CEO Lisa Rowe has resigned from her role with her-much loved local hospital charity. As part of Wishlist’s strategic and succession planning, Ms Rowe will be handing over the CEO reins to current General Manager Brendan Hogan.
Give the gift of time
Wishlist CEO Lisa Rowe speaks about how every second means the difference between days in hospital as opposed to months with the onset of a stroke in the latest edition of My Weekly Preview. To support Wishlist and help fund the Biplane Unit for the benefit of stroke patients, make a tax-deductible donation at https://www.wishlist.org.au/event/bi-plane/home or phone 5202 1777.
Cancer Council Queensland and Wishlist j...
Cancer Council Queensland and Wishlist have teamed up to expand essential support cancer services for local cancer patients on the Sunshine Coast. Cancer Council Queensland’s Wig and Turban service is now available at Wishlist Centre. The service offers a personal fitting with a trained volunteer. There are a range of wigs and headwear to choose from, at no cost.
Volunteer Spotlight - Pam
Pam Heider was looking to gain her confidence back, and she found it and so much more while volunteering at the Wishlist accommodation facility, Wishlist Centre. Join our family of caring volunteers across the Sunshine Coast and Gympie at wishlist.org.au or email info@wishlist.org.au.
Wishlist Spring Carnival raises $344,379...
On Friday, September 6, Wishlist hosted its annual Wishlist Spring Carnival, raising an impressive $344,379 to support local public health services. With over 800 generous attendees, the funds will go toward purchasing a state-of-the-art Biplane Unit, the first of its kind in our region. This advanced 3D imaging technology will provide critical care to stroke and brain aneurysm patients.
