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Sunshine Coast nurse dedicated to giving...
Our GEM donors, those who Give Every Month, have many reasons for choosing to support us. For nurse Jean Haimes it’s because she’s seen first-hand the life-changing impact of equipment and services funded by Wishlist.
Improving women’s health experiences i...
Among the first health staff to join Payroll Giving, Kate Bennett signed up because she’s seen Wishlist’s impact in bringing even better health care close to home. During her 12 years working for Sunshine Coast Health, she has successfully secured grants from Wishlist to fund equipment which has improved women’s health living on the Sunshine Coast.
Dr Naomi Piyaratna Takes Out Top Innovat...
The winner of the $15,000 Wishlist and Sunshine Toyota innovation grant will use the money to start a program to prevent common respiratory complications post elective surgery. Dr Naomi Piyaratna was one of nine innovators who pitched their ideas to health staff at the Inspo Expo at SCHI on Wednesday, 29 October.
Diamonds for Christmas
You could win a stunning Louise Jean Tennis Necklace valued at $12,000. Raffle tickets are $25 for 1 or triple your chances with 3 for $65!
Thank you to Sunshine Coast health emplo...
We would like to thank all the incredible Sunshine Coast Health employees who have signed up to Wishlist’s Payroll Giving program, so far. Your generosity helps us continue to support the growing health needs of patients and hospital staff on the Sunshine Coast and in Gympie.
Why Wishlist?
If you’ve ever wondered where Wishlist draws its inspiration, look no further than Sunshine Coast local, Rob Cordwell. Diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease (MND) at just 32 years old, Rob’s determination to make a difference for others facing similar challenges has sparked a powerful community response, and a major step forward for local healthcare.
Every dollar counts – Meet James an ei...
Some people just talk about making a difference, others like eight-year-old James do something about it. When James heard about Wishlist and what we do, he decided to organise a mobile garage sale to raise funds for your local hospital charity.
Hole in one at charity golf day!
Wishlist, your local hospital charity, raised a record total at the Harvey Norman QLD Commercial Charity Golf Day at the Twin Waters Golf Club on Friday, October 3.
Longtime supporter secures long-term ten...
Another exciting chapter has begun at the Wishlist Centre with two quality health service providers secured for the ground floor. Local property expert Craig Jackson of Bromley Real Estate generously donated his time and expertise to secure suitable tenants for the Centre.
Wishlist Launches Search for Top Dogs to...
Wishlist, your local hospital charity, is calling on dog lovers to join our mission to bring more “paws on hospital floors.” The Wishlist Therapy Dog Program, proudly supported by the Petstock Foundation, provides comfort, distraction and smiles to patients, families and hospital staff. Now, Wishlist is looking to expand the initiative with additional Therapy Dog teams.
Wishlist's Spring Carnival 2025 raises $...
Wishlist’s Spring Carnival 2025 was held at the Sunshine Coast Convention Centre on Friday, September 12, raising an incredible $327,905 to support local patients and families. This milestone would not have been possible without the generosity of our guests, donors, and sponsors.
Wishlist, your local hospital charity, j...
Wishlist, your local hospital charity, has officially joined GoodCompany, an award-winning platform that connects businesses and their employees with certified charities across Australia.
Beauty and the beast is no fairy tale
At this year's Wishlist Spring Carnival, one of the three pieces of medical equipment we are fundraising for, is specialised nerve hyperexcitability testing equipment. This equipment would allow us to expand our research and give local patients access to advanced testing without needing to travel to Sydney. It will help improve diagnosis and treatment of nerve and muscle disorders.
Wishlist Therapy Dogs Program featured o...
Wishlist's Therapy Dog Program, proudly supported by the Petstock Foundation, will feature in the 10th season of the Channel 10 program, Pooches at Play. Our episode of Pooches at Play will air on Saturday, September 6 at 3:30pm, and again on Sunday at 4pm on 10 drama.
Free Wills Week with Safewill
From today until Monday, September 15, you can have your will written for free during Free Wills Week, thanks to our partnership with Safewill.
Wishlist's 2025 Silent Auction is now li...
Wishlist is excited to announce the launch of its 2025 Silent Auction, thanks to our sponsor, the Sunshine Coast Orthopaedic Group! Check out the range of items and experiences you can bid on this year.
National Health Foundations CEO Forum br...
Last week, some of Australia’s leading health foundations came together on the Sunshine Coast for the National Hospital Foundations CEO Forum. This was a powerful two days of connection, collaboration and learning. Chaired by Wishlist CEO, Brendan Hogan, the forum was held on August 14–15 at the Wishlist Centre, Birtinya, and provided an opportunity for health foundation leaders from across the country to share ideas and strengthen partnerships.
Sunny Coast community raises $314,588 fo...
In its 26th year, 92.7 Mix FM and the Sunshine Coast community have raised $314,588 for this year’s Give Me 5 campaign! The Give Me 5 campaign is an annual month-long festival of fundraising supporting local patients and families in need of our health services, and Wishlist is the grateful beneficiary.
934g baby inspiring this year’s Give M...
Seeing their newborn son who weighed less than a kilogram go through those blood transfusions is one the reasons Aiesha and her partner Bailey Sims agreed to be ambassadors for this year’s Mix FM Give Me 5 fundraising campaign, along with their now six-month-old son Lennon and their daughter four-year-old Athea.
New equipment will save 1200 local kids ...
More than 1200 Sunshine Coast children will not have to travel to Brisbane for health care if this year’s 92.7 Mix FM Give Me 5 fundraiser raises enough to pay for a vital piece of medical equipment.
