$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

54d ago
$2.5k

Wesfarmers Health

55d ago
$5k

Wesfarmers Health

56d ago
$2.52k

John Boyes

58d ago
$1.02k

Anonymous

59d ago
$50

Allen Lee

59d ago
$53

MARILYN CLARK

62d ago
$26

Susan Darby

62d ago
$106

Anonymous

63d ago
$100k

Mills Family Foundation

63d ago
$50k

Cheryl Brodribb

63d ago
$26

Felicity Croker

64d ago
$26

Tegan Stanley

64d ago
$32

Mandy Sinclair

65d ago
$100

Robert Karran

66d ago
$53

Marianne Kube

66d ago
$211

Ken and Erica Harris

66d ago
$2k

Kevin Bosworth

66d ago
$53

Barbara Froud

66d ago
$53

Colin Pratt

67d ago
$53

EdVal Phillips

67d ago
$26

Lynda Reid

67d ago
$53

Nadine Kutz

67d ago
$26

Roxanne Wu

67d ago
$520

NICOLA MARSHALL

68d ago
$53

Rebecca Kootstra

68d ago
$26

M Gould

70d ago
$25

Sue Kosky

71d ago
$53

Anne Majer

71d ago
$53

Rodney Krenske

72d ago
$106

Anonymous

73d ago
$5k

Brian MACDONALD

73d ago
$264