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CQShines Foundation exists for every Central Queenslander

Our purpose is simple. To advance, support and promote the health of Central Queenslander’s through life-changing medical research and improved healthcare.

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Join us for Boots & Bling | Our charity gala supporting Emerald Hospital

Join us for a spectacular evening raising funds for Emerald Hospital! Together, we can help the hospital purchase a life-changing technology that will enable virtual surgical support from experts around the country.

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CQShines Foundation Charity Gala - Supporting Gladstone Hospital

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Fundraising for ground breaking surgical telehealth technology, the first of its kind in Australia! This revolutionary advancement will bring cutting-edge medical services right to our doorstep, transforming healthcare in Gladstone.

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GPC’s Port to Park Fun Run

We are absolutely ecstatic to be chosen as the beneficiary for the 2024 Port to Park Fun Run! 🌟
A huge THANK YOU to Gladstone Ports Corporation for this incredible opportunity. We are truly grateful beyond words.
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Your chosen fundraising activity is a rewarding way to join the fight against harmful diseases affecting our families.

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Give in memory

Honour the memory of your loved one by making an In Memoriam donation or setting up a Tribute Fund.

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Leave a gift in your Will

Leaving a gift in your Will is a wonderful way to ensure your generous legacy lives on and helps future generations.

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We support medical research and patient care

We fund translational medical research and improvements to patient care across all Central Queensland public hospitals, universities and medical research centres.

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Your support has an impact!

Thousands of Central Queenslanders, young and old, will fight diseases and illnesses such as cancer, heart disease, diabetes, stroke and dementia in their lifetime. They cannot beat these enemies on their own, but with your help, they have a fighting chance.

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Community Stories

There were no tears, just absolute disbelief. Now we really knew that we had something to deal with.

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Tis the Season! Triple M Christmas Appeal

Join us this December to raise funds for Yeppoon, Gladstone, and Rockhampton Hospitals with your favourite radio hosts!

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Join us for Boots & Bling | Our charity gala supporting Emerald Hospital

Join us for a spectacular evening raising funds for Emerald Hospital! Together, we can help the hospital purchase a life-changing technology that will enable virtual surgical support from experts around the country.

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CQShines Charity Gala | A remarkable night supporting Gladstone Hospital!

Our first annual Charity Gala was a huge success thanks to our community and incredibly generous sponsors. Together, we successfully raised funds to support the purchase of life-saving virtual surgical technology at Gladstone Hospital.

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Rural Trauma and Critical Care Workshop in Emerald

Over 40 people attended the recent Rural Trauma and Critical Care Workshop in Emerald to improve confidence and knowledge in dealing with critically unwell patients.

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