The Common Good Au

The Common Good Au Proudly supporting The Prince Charles Hospital and Caboolture Hospital. Our research areas are health issues that touch nearly everyone in some way.

The Common Good, an initiative of The Prince Charles Hospital Foundation, exists to help people live healthier, for longer. Through the power of the collective, we support and facilitate the work of incredible researchers who are dedicated to making breakthroughs in the areas of heart disease, lung disease, mental health and dementia. Whether it be a friend, a family member, or a colleague, we all

know someone who is impacted by at least one of these conditions. In turn, that means we all know someone who can benefit from funding research in these areas. By funding research, we can provide hope to those suffering today, and for future generations to come. The impacts of our research ripple right across the nation and the world. We're on a mission to sustain the work of our brilliant researchers so that they can continue to make life-saving and life-changing medical breakthroughs. And we want you to join us. Research is a long game, so we need to support and fund as many hours as possible to ensure no stone is left unturned in any of our research areas. Every hour of research gets us one step closer to a medical breakthrough. We are also incredibly proud to support hospital innovation and patient care initiatives at both The Prince Charles Hospital and Caboolture Hospital.

5 days to Bridge to Brisbane! 🧡🏃‍♀️ Jessica from Team Common Good is taking on the 5km at this year’s Transurban Bridge...
08/09/2026

5 days to Bridge to Brisbane! 🧡🏃‍♀️

Jessica from Team Common Good is taking on the 5km at this year’s Transurban Bridge to Brisbane, with a goal of crossing the finish line in under 30 minutes.

But for Jessica, it’s about much more than a finish time.

As a biomedical engineer and postdoctoral research fellow at The Prince Charles Hospital, her work focuses on technology that supports critically ill patients, including ECMO and heart and lung support.

“Every simulation, every bench test, every device refinement is aimed at one thing: giving someone with a failing heart or lungs a better chance, and a better recovery.”

Jessica has raised $118 towards her $500 goal.

Will you help support Jessica as she Steps Up for The Common Good? 🙌

Donate NOW to support Jessica:
👉tcg.org.au/b2bjessica

Or follow the link in our bio

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6 days to Bridge to Brisbane! 🧡🏃‍♀️Meet Isabella from Team Common Good, who is stepping up at this year’s Transurban Bri...
07/09/2026

6 days to Bridge to Brisbane! 🧡🏃‍♀️

Meet Isabella from Team Common Good, who is stepping up at this year’s Transurban Bridge to Brisbane and raising funds for a cause very close to her heart, having worked at The Prince Charles Hospital Foundation for almost four years.

“Every single day I see the impact that has been created by our incredible community – people who genuinely care about helping others.”

Isabella has already raised $438 towards her $1,000 goal.

Will you help Isabella reach her goal as she Steps Up for The Common Good?🙌

👉Donate NOW to support Isabella: tcg.org.au/b2bisabella

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💜Story No. 24 | 40 Stories for 40 YearsBetter sleep, better health: The research making a differenceWe’ve all had a bad ...
07/09/2026

💜Story No. 24 | 40 Stories for 40 Years

Better sleep, better health:
The research making a difference

We’ve all had a bad night’s sleep and understand the impact it can have on our mood and concentration the following day.

But have you ever considered what the impact could be if it’s a prolonged problem?

There are more than 80 recognised sleep disorders, including sleep apnoea, narcolepsy and insomnia among the most common, and sleep scientists have been investigating the links between disordered and broken sleep and its long-term effects for decades.

“Poor sleep doesn’t just leave us feeling tired. It can affect cardiovascular health, immune function, metabolism, mood, cognitive performance and even the complex relationship between the gut and the brain,” Dr Irene Szollosi, Director, Sleep Sciences, The Prince Charles Hospital.

“Because sleep supports so many essential biological processes, disturbances in sleep can have widespread effects across multiple body systems and significantly impact health, wellbeing and quality of life."

With many unanswered questions, The Prince Charles Hospital’s Sleep Disorder Centre is undertaking research across a range of conditions, including several studies which have received funding support from The Prince Charles Hospital Foundation.

You can read more in our latest story:
🔗tcg.org.au/bettersleep

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ONE WEEK TO GO! ⏰There’s just one week until the 2026 Transurban Bridge to Brisbane, and if you haven’t joined The Commo...
05/09/2026

ONE WEEK TO GO! ⏰

There’s just one week until the 2026 Transurban Bridge to Brisbane, and if you haven’t joined The Common Good team yet, NOW is the time!

You can choose to run, walk or wheel your way to the finish line, but don't forget to select The Common Good as your charity of choice and start fundraising.

Any money you raise will help support things like medical research and patient-care initiatives at The Prince Charles Hospital and Caboolture Hospital.

Already registered? You can still join The Common Good team.

Not taking part this year? Get behind one of our amazing fundraisers with a donation and help us reach our goal.

REGISTER, FUNDRAISE OR DONATE HERE:
👉 tcg.org.au/b2b26

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04/09/2026

ONE WEEK TO GO! ⏰
👉 tcg.org.au/b2b26
REGISTER, FUNDRAISE OR DONATE

Are you ready to Step Up for The Common Good?

There’s just one week until the 2026 Transurban Bridge to Brisbane, and if you haven’t joined The Common Good team yet, NOW is the time!

You can choose to run, walk or wheel your way to the finish line, but don't forget to select The Common Good as your charity of choice and start fundraising.

Any money you raise will help support things like medical research and patient-care initiatives at The Prince Charles Hospital and Caboolture Hospital.

Already registered? You can still join The Common Good team.

Not taking part this year? Get behind one of our amazing fundraisers with a donation and help us reach our goal.

👉 tcg.org.au/b2b26

🧄🍞 Graze on some garlic bread for a good cause!We’re thrilled to welcome Caboolture Sports Club (CSC Group) as the very ...
01/09/2026

🧄🍞 Graze on some garlic bread for a good cause!

We’re thrilled to welcome Caboolture Sports Club (CSC Group) as the very first club group supporting Caboolture Hospital through our 40 Clubs | 40 Years initiative!

Throughout September and October, they’ll be urging diners to add a garlic bread (or three) to their orders, because $1 from every garlic bread sold at their four venues will be donated to The Common Good.

🍞 Caboolture Sports Club
🍞 North Lakes Sports Club
🍞Sports Central Caboolture
🍞 Glass House Local

With all four venues coming together, every single garlic bread ordered and enjoyed will help make a difference for the Caboolture community by supporting medical research, equipment and patient care initiatives.

So, please gather your family and friends this September and October for a delicious meal at your local CSC Group venue and don’t forget to order the garlic bread for your table!

A huge thank you to the CSC Group team for leading the way—and thank you in advance to everyone who devours some delectable garlic bread with their meals.
💜🙌








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💜Story No. 23 | 40 Stories for 40 YearsMemory Diet Clinic: Personalised support for outpatients living with dementia and...
27/08/2026

💜Story No. 23 | 40 Stories for 40 Years

Memory Diet Clinic:
Personalised support for outpatients living with dementia and their carers

It can be extremely overwhelming to care for someone you love who lives with dementia, with changes in mood and behaviour among many challenges that can be difficult to navigate.

Malnutrition in patients with dementia is associated with accelerated cognitive and functional decline.

Hannah Rigby, a Dietitian at The Prince Charles Hospital, started her career in general medicine and says she saw many patients who’d been living in the community for years, whose food and nutrient intake was declining, and whose family members had little support.

“I saw things like people not knowing the types of food to eat or not being able to eat enough – things that could be addressed with really simple strategies,” Hannah said.

She, along with other clinicians in The Prince Charles Hospital’s Memory Clinic, Geriatrics Clinic, and Dietetics Department, wanted to create an opportunity to empower outpatients with dementia and their carers to make better food choices.

After several years of research funded by the Prince Charles Hospital Foundation, the Memory Diet Clinic opened in 2025.

Patients with a dementia diagnosis who live in the community and are under the care of a geriatrician at The Prince Charles Hospital are eligible to access the service.

Click here to learn more about the Memory Diet Clinic:
🔗tcg.org.au/dietclinic

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Meet Tarah 👋Tarah joined The Common Good earlier this year as our Community Fundraising and Events Manager.In her role, ...
26/08/2026

Meet Tarah 👋

Tarah joined The Common Good earlier this year as our Community Fundraising and Events Manager.

In her role, Tarah leads a busy program of fundraising initiatives and events, working together with fundraisers, partners, Ambassadors, volunteers and supporters to grow community support for The Common Good.

Tarah says no two days are the same, and that’s one of the reasons she loves her job.

“I love working with people who choose to give back. For me, generosity has never been about the size of a donation; it’s about the meaning behind it,” she says.

“I’m constantly inspired by people who give their time so freely and encourage others to support a cause they believe in. Some of the most generous people I meet don’t have the most to give — they simply want to make a difference.”

The Child Life Therapy program is one initiative that the Foundation has supported that holds a special place for Tarah.

“I wish my girls had access to something like this when they were visiting hospital. The Child Life Therapist has the energy of a big, warm hug.”

Collaboration is the Foundation value that resonates most with Tarah.

“The best outcomes happen when people come together with a shared purpose. Seeing our staff, volunteers, partners, supporters, clinicians and researchers unite behind a common goal is one of the most rewarding parts of my role.”

Plenty is keeping Tarah busy over the coming months, with the 2026 Transurban Bridge to Brisbane just two weeks away, followed by The Prince Charles Hospital’s Giving Day 2026.

So, if you’re a local business, club, school or community group looking to get involved or host a fundraiser for The Common Good, Tarah would love to hear from you.💜

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🌭 Sunday was a sizzling success at BYB Backyard Bonanza!Every year, the Backyard Bonanza celebrates Bracken Ridge and su...
25/08/2026

🌭 Sunday was a sizzling success at BYB Backyard Bonanza!

Every year, the Backyard Bonanza celebrates Bracken Ridge and surrounding communities

And in 2026, thanks to the Bracken Ridge Lion's Train Day, we were given the wonderful opportunity to run the sausage sizzle. 💙

It was such an honour, and with the help of our incredible team of volunteers, more than $2,000 was raised to support The Common Good! 👏

We were also delighted to welcome Cr Sandy Landers and Brisbane Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner to our tent—and, of course, they couldn’t leave without enjoying a sausage!

A huge thank you to Bracken Ridge Lions for the opportunity, our amazing volunteers who kept the barbecue running, and everyone who stopped by to support us.

Every sausage sold helped raise funds for The Common Good for things like life-changing medical research and patient care initiatives. Community spirit at its very best! 🙌

Would your club, business or community group like to fundraise for The Common Good? Send us a message. We’d love to hear from you. 🫶

Bracken Ridge Central Lions Club
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