$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

60d ago
$2.5k

Wesfarmers Health

62d ago
$5k

Wesfarmers Health

62d ago
$2.52k

John Boyes

65d ago
$1.02k

Anonymous

66d ago
$50

Allen Lee

66d ago
$53

MARILYN CLARK

69d ago
$26

Susan Darby

69d ago
$106

Anonymous

69d ago
$100k

Mills Family Foundation

69d ago
$50k

Cheryl Brodribb

70d ago
$26

Felicity Croker

71d ago
$26

Tegan Stanley

71d ago
$32

Mandy Sinclair

72d ago
$100

Robert Karran

73d ago
$53

Marianne Kube

73d ago
$211

Ken and Erica Harris

73d ago
$2k

Kevin Bosworth

73d ago
$53

Barbara Froud

73d ago
$53

Colin Pratt

73d ago
$53

EdVal Phillips

74d ago
$26

Lynda Reid

74d ago
$53

Nadine Kutz

74d ago
$26

Roxanne Wu

74d ago
$520

NICOLA MARSHALL

75d ago
$53

Rebecca Kootstra

75d ago
$26

M Gould

76d ago
$25

Sue Kosky

77d ago
$53

Anne Majer

78d ago
$53

Rodney Krenske

79d ago
$106

Anonymous

80d ago
$5k

Brian MACDONALD

80d ago
$264