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The good in humankind
Wishlist CEO Lisa Rowe talks about learning from history, what she knows from working at Wishlist and the need we have for purpose in our days in the latest edition of My Weekly Preview.
92.7 MIX FM’S Give Me 5 2024 set to la...
92.7 MIX FM’s Give Me 5 is set to launch on Friday 31st May 2024 at Australia Zoo - get behind this highly impactful, local cause and mark your calendars for a huge month.
Patient Transport to enhance Gympie care
Follow Gympie resident Jenny's journey as she shares her experience with being diagnosed with very aggressive breast cancer and having to commute to Sunshine Coast University Hospital throughout her treatment - Jenny explains how the Wishlist Patient Transport Service would be a real blessing to the community.
Wishlist funds Adolescent Day Program Pr...
Wishlist have funded $31,900 towards the Adolescent Day Program Project Pilot delivered by Get Real Institute, over two semesters, which commenced 29 January 2024.
Watch - Wishlist Funds Health Staff Scho...
Discover how local philanthropists are transforming the healthcare landscape on the Sunshine Coast with scholarships from Wishlist.
Turning hardships into hope
The Sunshine Head and Neck Cancer Support Group was established in mid-2021 to not just offer solace, but to raise awareness and provide support to better the lives of those navigating this heartbreaking journey. The collective effort of this small yet mighty group have raised over $34,000 since inception and they aren't stopping yet!
Wishlist House Gympie reaches significan...
Wishlist House Gympie has reached a significant milestone in its construction journey. Construction of the four-bedroom charity house has hit the halfway mark, reaching the lock-up stage and marking a crucial step forward in supporting Gympie Hospital patients through the proceeds of the project.
Soaring together: How Wishlist and Littl...
Two charities – one from the Sunshine Coast and another from Archerfield in Queensland – have teamed up in a collaboration set to save little lives.
Reed House turns 15
Wishlist staff, volunteers, donors, Rotary Clubs and community members gathered at Wishlist Reed House to celebrate 15 years of compassionate support for over 22,150 guests. Reed House is available to patients, families and caters to those who need to stay close to a Sunshine Coast hospital while undergoing treatment, surgery or emergency stays.
National cancer workshop at Wishlist Cen...
Wishlist is bringing national cancer-support program Look Good Feel Better to Wishlist Centre from May. The free workshops are designed to help with managing the physical, psychological and social impacts of cancer treatment.
Wishlist Centre offers lifeline to Gympi...
Follow Marie's journey as she shares her family's experience staying at Wishlist Centre during her father's cancer treatment. Just minutes away from Sunshine Coast University Hospital, offers comfort, support, and community resilience to over 900 families in need. Marie urges Gympie residents to consider Wishlist Centre for affordable patient and family accommodation.
Giving Day supporters create positive ch...
Wishlist CEO Lisa Rowe shares how Wishlist's Giving Day supporters create positive change within the community and all facets of local health in the latest My Weekly Preview edition.
Wishlist funds incontinence equipment
One in five children in Australia experience incontinence, it’s a problem that affects a child’s confidence, self-worth, and development. For those with severe cases, the only options for treatment were found in Brisbane, until the launch of a continence service for children on the Sunshine Coast.
Wishlist Rav Raffle Winner
Is there any better day than a new car day? Congratulations to Zahra Wright who won a brand-new Toyota RAV4 from the Wishlist Rav Raffle!
Noosa mums raise $7269 to shave heads
Noosa mums Sam and Dan have raised $7269 to shave their locks for Wishlist.
Wishlist and IFYS join forces to boost f...
Wishlist is proud to announce its partnership with IFYS to enhance foster care opportunities in the Sunshine Coast community. The innovative collaboration aims to address the growing need for foster carers by promoting the benefits of foster caring to health care workers to ensure better outcomes for children in need.
Amber's recovery from tragedy to triumph
25-year-old Amber recently spent four weeks at SCUH after a harrowing high-speed motorcycle accident. Being 220km from her home in Childers, Amber was able to stay at Wishlist House so she could attend rehab daily without added stress.
Wishlist Giving Day boosts women's healt...
A new service to benefit hundreds of women will now be established at Nambour General Hospital, thanks to fundraising by local health foundation Wishlist.
Wishlist commits to another year of humo...
With unwavering community support, Wishlist has committed to funding another year of this vital service, ensuring laughter-filled days for children in the hospital.
Wishlist to bridge gap between Gympie an...
In a significant move aimed at enhancing accessibility to vital healthcare services, health foundation Wishlist will launch a new Patient Transport Service connecting Gympie to Sunshine Coast public hospitals.
