General News
27 June, 2025
Amazing medical largesse
A SPECTACULAR fundraising event last Saturday night raised more than $839,000 – bringing Cairns Hospital within striking distance of securing Far North Queensland’s first surgical robot.
With less than $1 million left to raise, the hospital is set to become the first public facility outside south-east Queensland to house this cutting-edge technology.
The night at Caravonica's military museum was a resounding success bringing the total funds raised for the Far North Queensland Hospital Foundation’s Donate for DaNi campaign to an incredible $3,549,151 – less than $1m away from the campaign’s goal of $4.3m, just over a year since its launch in May 2024.
The state-of-the-art surgical robot will enhance surgical precision, improve patient recovery times and reduce complications. Moreover, it will attract top medical talent to the region, ensuring better health care for all.
Foundation chief executive Gina Hogan paid tribute to Kenfrost Homes, which donated $500,000, the Maritime Union of Australia donated $100,000 and the Chapman Foundation which donated $50,000.
“We are overwhelmed by the support and generosity shown,” Mrs Hogan said.
Read about the Maritime Union's donation on Page 6.
