We would like this opportunity to sincerely thank all our wonderful volunteers for their enthusiasm and support. We have been extremely busy and on Friday May 23rd the hospice project was launched.

Volunteer Maureen McFerran co-ordinated the decorating theme with a flower filled stage, candle lit tables adorned with flowers and a fairyland of candles lighting up the entrance.

Mark McArdle, Chairperson of the Hospice Board of Directors welcomed guests followed by the introduction of our patrons, Nita Lait OAM and Peter Wellington MP.

Delicious gourmet food and lively music contributed to a wonderful evening of celebration.

Master of Ceremonies, Alan Pease amused guests with his entertaining body language stories.

Terry and Sue were overwhelmed with the tremendous support of guests and volunteer contribution to a most memorable evening.

They are thrilled that we are now well on the way to achieving their dream of building the first hospice on the Sunshine Coast.

GOLD COIN COLLECTIONWe held this event in the week following the Hospice Launch.

With the enthusiastic support of our wonderful volunteers we raised $21,899.70.

Congratulations to all volunteers for their contribution to our first major fundraiser.

Hats off to Beryl Allmark for her fabulous wall creation which was very successful at the Sunshine Plaza. 

Beryl made a brick wall and people could buy a brick with their gold coin. 

Christmas in July Thanks to The River Deck Restaurant & supporters, we had a very successful Christmas in July Fundraiser where we raised $2968.30.  An enjoyable dinner was had by all, thanks to everyone who came along & joined in the Christmas Spirit.

QUESTION:   Where are you originally from?
Zimbabwe, then New Zealand and have lived on the Sunshine Coast since 2000.

QUESTION:   What is you your favourite past time?
I love the performing arts, I have been treading the board since high school days, involved in musicals such as playing Dolly, who gets scalped in “Annie Get Your Gun”, and Grandmother in “Fidler on the Roof”. I have also produced hospital reviews in New Zealand.

QUESTION:  What is you favourite eatery?
La Jolla – Brisbane Road

QUESTION:  Who would you love to invite to a dinner for 6?  (living or deceased)
Cole Porter, Meryl Streep, Cliff Richards, my dear friend Eve Bowman, Enid Vermaak (a primary school friend I haven’t seen since 1964, but have recently heard from)

QUESTION:  What book are you currently reading?
“When the crocodile eats the sun” by Peter Godwin - Set in Zimbabwe

QUESTION:  What is your favourite song?
I think there is a song for everything.  I love Cole Porter – my favourite being “Night and Day”.

QUESTION:  What is your favourite film?  
Sound of Music and De Lovely (the Cole Porter story)

GOODBYEWe would like to farewell Terri Hooper and Robyn Greenlees.

We would like to personally thank Terri and Robyn for their hard work and wish them all the best for the future.

NEW APPOINTMENTWe welcome Mo Barnes to the position of Office Administrator.

Mo will work in the office every morning and will be assisted with our girl Friday volunteer helpers.

Congratulations Mo

We will be having 4 Major Fundraisers to be held by and organised by the Sunshine Coast Community Hospice and committees are being formed now for each.  Should you wish to provide any support to the following, please do not hesitate to contact the friendly Hospice Admin staff.

Gold Coin Collection
Forget Me Not Ball
Christmas Tree Lights
Biggest High Tea

The craft group will meet with a nominated coordinator and create items that we can sell throughout the year at our office and stalls etc.

This group will be a fun way to meet new people and display your talents.