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World Blood Donor Day in Moreton Bay
Ahead of World Blood Donor Day, a Moreton Bay father shares how donated blood saved his daughter’s life, highlighting the vital role local donors play in supporting patients, families and healthcare services every day.
New health hub plans revealed
Plans have been lodged for a new healthcare hub in Dakabin, providing primary health, allied health, aged care, early childhood and community services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
Older and Bolder: Care closer to home
Cancer Care Moreton Bay is encouraging locals to explore treatment options closer to home, helping reduce travel stress while providing access to radiation therapy and specialist cancer care in Caboolture.
Older and Bolder: A new era of comfortable dentistry
Modern dentistry at Platypus Dental Strathpine is changing perceptions with gentle, minimally invasive treatments, advanced technology and a patient-first approach focused on comfort and care.
Record falls on hospital Giving Day
Raise it for Redcliffe Hospital Giving Day raised a record $225,000, supporting vital hospital projects. The six-year fundraiser has now topped $1.2M, funding palliative care upgrades to improve comfort, dignity and support for patients and families.
Try dragon boating with Snappies
Redcliffe Pink Snapdragons are inviting survivors and supporters to a come-and-try dragon boating session on June 13 at Talobilla Park, celebrating community, resilience and breast cancer awareness through sport and connection.
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Guy's epic run enters new Territory
Guy Schweitzer has already ticked off a major milestone in his epic Home Run across Australia to Scarborough.
Swimmers dive in with Grace
Grace Swimming offers swimmers, from babies through to adults, the opportunity to develop good technique and skills that could save their lives. Find out more here
Centre combines fun, opportunity
Two women with a passion for creating opportunities for people with disabilities have opened Dovecote Support Centre at Redcliffe – a vibrant space to have fun and learn. Here’s the details
Volunteers making a difference
Today marks the start of National Volunteer Week, a chance to celebrate those who donate their time to help others in our community. Moreton Bay Regional Prostate Cancer Support Group is a shining example of why volunteers are so important
New Bribie hospital services revealed
The services which will be available at Bribie Island’s new satellite hospital - which is due to open mid-next year - have been announced. FREE TO READ
Walking with purpose for veterans
This year’s Walking Off the War Within event will bring veterans, emergency services personnel, families and the general community together in a bid to raise awareness of mental health challenges facing many. Here’s the details + how you can get involved
Plans for new cancer care centre
Plans have been drawn up for a new cancer care centre on vacant land between Caboolture Hospital and Central Lakes Shopping Centre.
From life-saving surgery to world games
Burpengary’s Paul Beard is aiming to make the most of his new lease on life at the World Transplant Games next month.
Special connection at Sesame Lane
A pilot program has helped pupils at Sesame Care and Kindergarten form meaningful relationships with older members of the community while reducing social isolation often experienced by seniors. Here’s what is happening
Huge fundraiser to help Caboolture kids
Coles has today launched its annual fundraiser for Curing Homesickness to help sick children at Caboolture Hospital and The Prince Charles Hospital.
