Christmas came early in Weipa when the community gathered in support of growing health services in the region. Photo: Supplied.
Santa ditched the snow boots for sandals late last month when the Weipa community gathered in support of health services in the region.
Thousands of dollars were raised at the Weipa Hospital Friends of the Foundation’s Tropical Christmas in July fundraiser, which brought together more than 80 festive attendees at the Albatross Bay Resort.
A Weipa Hospital Friends of the Foundation spokesperson said the event had been an overwhelming success as people donned their best tropical outfits, dug their toes into the sand and fundraised for a great cause.
“More than $4,000 was raised on the night, with plans underway to develop a wish list of locally-needed equipment,” the spokesperson said.
“Attendees enjoyed a spectacular themed three-course dinner, raffles, auctions, live entertainment and the opportunity to win amazing prizes.
“All funds raised in Weipa by the Weipa Hospital Friends of the Foundation will stay local to be used to improve local health services.”
