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We're Brighter Lives. Brighter Lives is the official charity partner of Townsville Hospital and Health Service. We’ve been committed to better health in our region for more than 30 years. Alongside our volunteers, who brighten the lives of patients every day, we support lifesaving public health services in Townsville and across our region by fundraising for world-class equipment, training, research, and facilities.

We are 100% local, whether it's $1 or $1,000, you'll know your donation stays here. 

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From holiday to hospital: Sally's story of gratitude and giving

From holiday to hospital: Sally's story of gratitude and giving

17 May 2024

Picture it – you’re on your dream tropical overseas holiday, enjoying the beach air and palm trees, only to suddenly, and without warning,...

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Larapinta trekkers return

Larapinta trekkers return

13 May 2024

The trekkers from the Destination Adventure and Inspired Adventures Brighter Lives Larapinta Trek have returned! After a wonderful trek fundraising fo...

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Convenience trolley gets some new wheels

Convenience trolley gets some new wheels

16 April 2024

Thanks to Ross River Solar Farm, Brighter Lives now has a brand new convenience trolley. The 'shop on wheels' visits wards around Townsville Universit...

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Dream BIG Raffle

Dream BIG Raffle

18 March 2024

Brighter Lives Dream BIG Raffle - win $10,000 travel voucher!  Where would $10,000 worth of travel take you? You can dream BIG in our raffle...

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Patients to reap the benefits of $2.5M in medical equipment

Patients to reap the benefits of $2.5M in medical equipment

29 February 2024

Patients will reap the benefits of $2.5M in medical equipment, as local philanthropist John Williams and Brighter Lives announced the outcome of the J...

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Larapinta Trek

Larapinta Trek

13 February 2024

Connect to country and challenge yourself in this once-in-a-lifetime experience. Hike through the picturesque Northern Territory, seeing the incredib...

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Meet Charters Towers Brighter Lives volunteer, Bob Murch

Meet Charters Towers Brighter Lives volunteer, Bob Murch

6 February 2024

The Brighter Lives volunteers in yellow are known to many in Townsville University Hospital, but did you know that the volunteers extend beyond Townsv...

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