$4,300,053

raised of goal $4,300,000

$4,300,053

raised of goal $4,300,000

Matched Giving Appeal


Between October 20 and November 14, your generosity turned $100,000 into $200,000, thanks to our incredible matched giving donors, Ellis and Denise Richardson.

Donate for DaNi:
The Future of Health Care in FNQ

We believe Far North Queensland deserves the cutting edge of surgical care. Our visionary campaign to raise $4.3 million for a surgical robot (aka DaNi), will revolutionise surgical care, enhancing precision, reducing recovery times, and improving outcomes for patients across our region. 

Why DaNi the Surgical Robot?

The state-of-the-art robot surgical robot replicates the surgeon's hand movements in real time. It lets surgeons perform complex procedures with unmatched precision and control with minimally invasive techniques. This means smaller incisions, less pain, and quicker recovery times for patients.

What Your Support Means for FNQ: Read Our Five Pledges

1.  Improved Patient Outcomes:

With DaNi, patients will experience faster recovery times, less complications, and shorter hospital stays. This reduces the risk of post-operative issues and enhances overall patient quality of life, benefiting the entire community. 

2.  Increased Accessibility and Equity:

Having an on-site surgical robotic system at Cairns Hospital will increase local access to robotic surgeries for public patients. This means our community will have more access to the most advanced surgical care when they need it most. 

3.  Cutting-Edge Technology:

DaNi, the surgical robot, brings state-of-the-art technology to Cairns Hospital, enabling surgeons to perform complex procedures with unmatched precision and control. 

4.  Attracting and Retaining Top Talent:

Having the latest surgical technology will help attract and retain outstanding doctors and surgeons in FNQ. This will help build a stronger, more skilled medical community dedicated to providing the best care. 

5.  Innovative and Comprehensive Care:

The surgical robot is part of continuous innovation in surgical practices.  It will expand the hospital’s capabilities, allowing for minimally invasive procedures across multiple specialties, including urology, gynaecology, colorectal, and general surgery.

Thank you to our supporters

Wesfarmers Health

14d ago
$2.5k

Wesfarmers Health

15d ago
$5k

Wesfarmers Health

16d ago
$2.52k

John Boyes

19d ago
$1.02k

Anonymous

19d ago
$50

Allen Lee

19d ago
$53

MARILYN CLARK

22d ago
$26

Susan Darby

22d ago
$106

Anonymous

23d ago
$100k

Mills Family Foundation

23d ago
$50k

Cheryl Brodribb

23d ago
$26

Felicity Croker

25d ago
$26

Tegan Stanley

25d ago
$32

Mandy Sinclair

25d ago
$100

Robert Karran

26d ago
$53

Marianne Kube

26d ago
$211

Ken and Erica Harris

27d ago
$2k

Kevin Bosworth

27d ago
$53

Barbara Froud

27d ago
$53

Colin Pratt

27d ago
$53

EdVal Phillips

27d ago
$26

Lynda Reid

27d ago
$53

Nadine Kutz

27d ago
$26

Roxanne Wu

27d ago
$520

NICOLA MARSHALL

29d ago
$53

Rebecca Kootstra

29d ago
$26

M Gould

30d ago
$25

Sue Kosky

31d ago
$53

Anne Majer

32d ago
$53

Rodney Krenske

33d ago
$106

Anonymous

33d ago
$5k

Brian MACDONALD

33d ago
$264