Mater Foundation

01/06/2026

🌻 Celebrating our June Mater Foundation Community Heroes 🌻

Meet Keirson, Jody and Karla — the heart behind one of the Kalbar Sunflowers Festival’s most loved traditions, the Pick Your Own stand.

Keirson’s journey with cancer led her to Mater Cancer Care Centre Springfield, where she met festival founders Jenny & Russell Jenner while both Keirson and Russell were receiving treatment at Mater Cancer Care Centre Springfield.

What began as a connection through treatment grew into a lasting friendship — and, with the support of Jody and Karla, a shared commitment to give back through volunteering and fundraising for cancer services.

Each year, they show up before the gates open — preparing the stand, welcoming thousands of visitors, and creating an experience filled with warmth and connection, no matter the conditions. Every dollar raised helps advance cancer care at Mater, supporting patients and families when it matters most.

Keirson, Jody and Karla, thank you for turning community spirit into meaningful impact.

Find out more: https://www.materfoundation.org.au/your-impact/community-hero/keirson-dewitt-jody-berry-and-karla-huth

21/05/2026

We’re incredibly grateful to our Community Partners who rallied behind the 2026 Nine Telethon supporting Mater Little Miracles.

From charity lunches to golf days and community events, your support is helping to give Queensland’s tiniest and most vulnerable babies the strongest start to life. 💙

✨ Thanks to:
A Night of Chance & Charm
Golf for Miracles Charity Golf Day 2025
Joey's Brisbane
Mater Mothers' Hospital Auxiliary
Maynard Cattle Co | Bull for Bubs
Olivia's Race Day
Paynter's Golf Day Townsville
Rutledge Drilling Golf Day
Santa Steam Express
Springfield City Group
Star 106.3 Leisurely Long Lunch (Magnetic Island)
The Brisbane Club President’s Charity Lunch 2025

19/05/2026

The new Mater Hospital Springfield has become the first hospital in Queensland to receive the Intuitive da Vinci 5 surgical assist robot.

The $4.2 million da Vinci 5 allows surgeons to perform complex, minimally invasive keyhole surgery.

The da Vinci 5 was delivered to Springfield thanks to Mater Foundation , which received generous donations from Springfield City Group, the Nudgee Trust, Cheryl Nicholson and the Wu family for the purchase.

Springfield-based Mater Urologist Dr Stuart Philip, who was instrumental in advocating for the acquisition of the da Vinci 5, says the technology will be put to great use.

“The da Vinci 5 will be able to assist surgeons to perform surgery – including cancer surgeries – across urology, gynaecology and general procedures in a minimally invasive way,” Dr Philip said.

The robot has arrived during the six-week phased opening of Mater Hospital Springfield’s services, which will be completed on May 25 when the facility’s Emergency Department opens.

Read more here ➡️ mater.li/43ghxdj

18/05/2026

A heartfelt thank you to Dana Yu and the Australia Asian Technology Education Culture Organisation Inc. AATeco for hosting the Bubble Tea Festival in April.

Supported by more than 20 Taiwanese enterprises and community businesses, the event brought people together including a two-day Bubble Tea workshop in support of Mater Little Miracles, where over 300 parents and children participated.

Together, the festival raised $12,000 for Mater Little Miracles to help fund life-saving care for premature and critically ill babies.

Thank you to everyone who supported, joined, donated or shared, your generosity is helping Queensland families when it matters most. 💙

15/05/2026

When Mater Mothers’ Springfield opened this week, it reflected the strength of local generosity in action. 💙

Ipswich Parents and Old Boys generously donated $3,000 to support Mater Little Miracles and Mater Hospital Springfield, marking a third year of partnership with Mater Foundation. Inspired by stories from the Nine Telethon for Mater Little Miracles, their support is helping change lives.

These funds support care for the tiniest patients - babies who need warmth, stability and specialised care, close to home.

Thank you to Ipswich Parents and Old Boys for three years of generosity helping make a meaningful difference for families.

11/05/2026

Congratulations to our lucky raffle winner from the Kalbar Sunflower Festival!🌻

Thank you to everyone who purchased a ticket and supported this special cause. We’re also grateful to Springfield Jewellers for their generous donation of this stunning prize, and to the Kalbar Sunflower Festival for supporting Mater Foundation.
Together, we've raised vital funds to support cancer care at Mater Hospital Springfield.💛

GOLDEN NEWS… WE HAVE A WINNER! 🌻🎉

After an incredible response at the Kalbar Sunflower Festival, Solaura our one of a kind Sunflower Ring, has officially found its new home 💛

🌟 Congratulations to Wendy B, our lucky raffle winner!
Wendy purchased her ticket online.

We are truly overwhelmed by the support this raffle received and so grateful to everyone who purchased a ticket, shared the journey, and helped make a difference.

Together, we raised vital funds for cancer care at Mater Springfield, supporting local patients and families through treatment, recovery, and some of life’s toughest moments 🌻

Thank you for helping us turn something beautiful into something meaningful.

What an incredible journey Solaura has been 🌻💛

From the very beginning, this ring was created to represent hope, community, and giving back and seeing so many people come together for such a meaningful cause has truly meant the world to us.

And the journey doesn’t end here, you can still order your own Solaura, with $1,000 from every ring purchased donated back to Mater Foundation 💛

>>>> https://springfieldjewellers.com.au/pages/sunflower

This is what community is all about 💛

08/05/2026

We’re incredibly grateful to Solahart Australia for their first ever donation to the Jack Watts Legacy, an extraordinary $100,091.

This generous gift will help honour Jack’s legacy in a meaningful and lasting way, supporting vital cancer research into rare cancers and the work of the Mater Rare Cancer Hub.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to Shaune Watts Fundraiser for his advocacy in making this partnership possible, and to Solahart for their support in helping create lasting hope and meaningful impact for our community.

07/05/2026

Mater’s Brisbane to Gold Coast Cycle for Cancer is back!

Ride the iconic 100 km from Brisbane to the Gold Coast, with 50% off for a limited time.

This year, every kilometre supports Mater UnCancer — backing research and care to reduce fear and bring clearer, more supported pathways for people facing cancer.

With more than 1,300 riders already registered, secure your place while offer lasts!
Register now: https://pulse.ly/hxg7ckz8sh

We’re rolling again — BNEtoGC registrations are open NOW, with 50% off entry for a (very) limited time.

Same iconic 100 km ride. Brisbane to the Gold Coast. The ride that matters, built around community, purpose and a day you’ll remember long after the finish.

And this year, there’s a renewed purpose. BNEtoGC supports Mater UnCancer — backing research and care that help reduce fear and uncertainty, and bring clearer pathways and better support for people living with cancer.

A world beyond fear. A future beyond cancer.

With over 1,300 riders already locked in, spots won’t wait! Lock in your place today while 50% off is live.

Register now: https://pulse.ly/hxg7ckz8sh

28/04/2026

A huge thank you to our amazing Corporate Partners for championing the Nine Telethon supporting Mater Little Miracles.

Your generosity is helping to create brighter futures for Queensland’s tiniest patients. ✨

👏 Thank you to:

Ansell | Avenues Early Learning Centres | BAMBI MINI CO. | Belle Women’s Health | Bid Food | BIG W | Bunnings Warehouse Australia | Coronis Foundation | Costco Wholesale Australia | Cuisine on Cue | Emporium Hotels | Intermed | Medela Global | Mettle | Natasha Schweitzer | Raystech | SHAPE | Shingle Inn | Thomas Direct | Zouki

27/04/2026

Meet our newest Community Hero from Mackay, Michelle Bath. 💗

Michelle hosted her first Breasties Soirée for Breast Cancer Awareness Month in 2024 and has since raised more than $30,000 across two incredible events.

By bringing a patient’s voice to the heart of her Soirée, Michelle helps guests understand why their support matters and the difference it makes. With the backing of a passionate local community, she’s already planning the next Soirée for this year!

We’re grateful for Michelle’s dedication and generous support, which continues to inspire the Mackay community. 💗

👉Read more about Michelle’s story: https://materfoundation.pulse.ly/0xchjx8mji