Wishlist Spring Carnival raises $344,379 to fund lifesaving technology

On Friday, September 6, Wishlist hosted its annual Wishlist Spring Carnival, raising an impressive $344,379 to support local public health services. 

With over 800 generous attendees, the funds will go toward purchasing a state-of-the-art Biplane Unit, the first of its kind in our region. This advanced 3D imaging technology will provide critical care to stroke and brain aneurysm patients.

Currently, one in four people will experience a stroke in their lifetime, and every minute without treatment results in the loss of 1.9 million neurons. 

This year's Wishlist Spring Carnival was made possible by major sponsors Pacific Jaguar Land Rover and Toomey Family Law, along with support from Travis Schultz & Partners, Poole Group, Billy J, Ray White Maroochydore, Sunshine Coast Helicopters, Pop Up Polo, 92.7 Mix FM, Smith Madden Creative Agency, Danni Morrison Studios, and many more.

The event featured special guest and Olympic champion Duncan Armstrong, and entertainment by 42Band, providing attendees with a memorable night in support of a critical cause. 

Wishlist’s Partnerships and Fundraising Manager Lisa Wilson credited the success of the day to the unwavering support from sponsors, auction donors, and a dedicated event committee.

“Each year, I am overwhelmed by the generosity of this community," Ms Wilson said. 

"This year’s funds will make a lifesaving difference to the more than 850 stroke patients treated annually in our region.

“The Biplane Unit will not only reduce the need for the 90-minute journey to Brisbane but will also deliver faster, lifesaving treatment to local patients, significantly improving their chances of recovery.”

Wishlist Spring Carnival is a key part of Wishlist’s $1 million annual commitment to supporting the needs of the Sunshine Coast Hospital and Health Service, continuing their mission to enhance local healthcare services.

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Wishlist Spring Carnival 2024 photographer: Barry Alsop at Eyes Wide Open Images.

About Wishlist Spring Carnival

Each year our agency proudly sponsors the event to help raise awareness and funds for Wishlist through their Spring Carnival.

This year, Wishlist is raising money for a life-saving medical device for the Sunshine Coast University Hospital - a 3D imaging machine called a Biplane Unit - the first of its kind in our region which will help stroke and brain aneurysm patients.

Did you know that one in four people will suffer a stroke in their lifetime, and every minute a stroke goes untreated, 1.9 million neurons die? Wishlist's aim is to raise $600,000 for this vital equipment to drastically help lower these numbers.

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