$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

29d ago
$2.5k

Wesfarmers Health

30d ago
$5k

Wesfarmers Health

31d ago
$2.52k

John Boyes

34d ago
$1.02k

Anonymous

34d ago
$50

Allen Lee

34d ago
$53

MARILYN CLARK

37d ago
$26

Susan Darby

37d ago
$106

Anonymous

38d ago
$100k

Mills Family Foundation

38d ago
$50k

Cheryl Brodribb

38d ago
$26

Felicity Croker

40d ago
$26

Tegan Stanley

40d ago
$32

Mandy Sinclair

40d ago
$100

Robert Karran

41d ago
$53

Marianne Kube

41d ago
$211

Ken and Erica Harris

42d ago
$2k

Kevin Bosworth

42d ago
$53

Barbara Froud

42d ago
$53

Colin Pratt

42d ago
$53

EdVal Phillips

42d ago
$26

Lynda Reid

42d ago
$53

Nadine Kutz

42d ago
$26

Roxanne Wu

42d ago
$520

NICOLA MARSHALL

44d ago
$53

Rebecca Kootstra

44d ago
$26

M Gould

45d ago
$25

Sue Kosky

46d ago
$53

Anne Majer

47d ago
$53

Rodney Krenske

48d ago
$106

Anonymous

48d ago
$5k

Brian MACDONALD

48d ago
$264