More than $210,000 in donated goods and services has transformed the Far North Queensland Hospital Foundation’s office — its first major renovation in over a decade — into a modern, functional space purpose-built to support the charity’s expanding role in health care across the region.
With only two original walls retained, the redesigned office was made possible thanks to the generosity of local builders, architects, and suppliers who contributed everything from design and construction to furniture and IT infrastructure. The renovation simply could not have happened without the generosity of the community.
Foundation CEO Gina Hogan said the renovation wasn’t just about improving our workplace — it was about enhancing the charity’s capability to support public health services across Far North Queensland.
“There’s always more work to be done, and this space gives our team the functionality needed to keep delivering for the community,” Mrs Hogan said.
The project was led by Keir QLD and CA Architects — the same teams who helped create the Foundation’s first dedicated fundraising office space at D Block at Cairns Hospital more than a decade ago — making this latest upgrade a meaningful full-circle moment.
“Our new space is welcoming, efficient and designed to support the people behind the scenes — our staff and volunteers who work tirelessly to improve health outcomes in the region,” Mrs Hogan said. “We’re incredibly grateful to the local businesses who made it possible. Their generosity is helping us continue to grow our impact where it matters most.”
Kier QLD Director Cambell Balderson said the company was pleased to support such a worthy local cause.
“We have a long association with the Foundation and we hope the staff, volunteers and visitors really enjoy the new facility for many years to come,” Mr Balderson said.
The Foundation extends its heartfelt thanks to the following contributors:
Keir QLD, CA Architects, Hoppen’s Floorworld, McGahan Plumbing, Ultimate Linings, Vellacorp Painting Services, Guardian Electrical, Future IT, Chapman Foundation, CMG Engineers, McLeod’s Office Furniture, Status Signs, Axon Property Services, G James Glass & Aluminium, AAB Printer, and NBN Setup.
