Ronald McDonald House North Australia

Ronald McDonald House North Australia Ronald McDonald House
North Australia improves the health and well-being of seriously ill children and their families through practical care programs.

Our vision is for all seriously ill children to live their healthiest lives. We believe that when a child is sick, the entire family needs comfort and support. We are there for families, helping them access the medical care and resources they need. Whether it's ensuring they have a place to stay close to the hospital, so they are mere moments away from their sick little one, providing the chance f

or the entire family to take a holiday far from hospital walls, supporting families to help get their child caught up on missed schooling due to serious illness, or making sure that they have everything they need during a hospital stay, we're devoted to improving the health and well-being of seriously ill children and their families through our many practical care programs. Find out more about our practical care programs here: www.rmhc.org.au/na

07/09/2026

❤️HERO WEEK HIGHLIGHTS! What a magnificent week of heroes. ❤️

Our Help Our Little Heroes 1RAR Hero Week has come to a close across Mackay and Townsville, and what a way to finish!

Over the week, 1RAR soldiers took over more than 30 locations across the regions, including McDonald’s restaurants, major shopping centres and other local venues, rallying their mates, communities and supporters behind Ronald McDonald House North Australia.

And the result?

🎉 More than $80,000 raised across Mackay and Townsville!

This year was also the first time Mackay joined Hero Week, with the region raising an incredible $10,000 in its debut.

A huge thank you to the incredible soldiers of 1st Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment (1RAR) for leading the charge and showing such incredible community spirit in support of the little heroes who show up every day for treatment in hospital.

And a very special thank you to Quest on Gordon for generously donating accommodation for the 1RAR team who travelled to Mackay to be part of the week. ❤️

But Hero Week is just the beginning.

Help Our Little Heroes runs throughout September, so there’s still time for you to become a Hero!

🦸 Host a fun Heroes Morning Tea
☕ Pay your cuppa forward
❤️ Rally your community and show your support

And importantly, every dollar raised stays right here in North Australia, helping support local families when their little hero needs hospital care.

Your support helps keep families together, close to the care they need.

Become a Hero this September:
helpourlittleheroes.org.au

Hit103.1 Townsville Hit Mackay and the Whitsundays POA Billboards

September is Help Our Little Heroes month. Across North Australia, workplaces, schools, clubs, retailers, volunteers and...
06/09/2026

September is Help Our Little Heroes month.

Across North Australia, workplaces, schools, clubs, retailers, volunteers and families are coming together with one heartfelt goal: to help families stay close while their child receives treatment or care.

You can fundraise, volunteer, share or donate. Every action tells a family, 'Your community is behind you.'

Visit www.helpourlittleheroes.org.au to donate or register today.

04/09/2026

A huge thank you to everyone who has Helped Our Little Heroes so far. 🦸

We’re excited to share that together, we’ve already raised $37,525 towards our $70,000 goal.

And we’re not done yet.

This weekend, 1RAR soldiers will be out in McDonald’s drive-thrus and selected shopping centres across Townsville and the Mackay region, collecting donations and selling merchandise to help even more families stay close when their child needs hospital care.

A special thank you also goes to our McDonald’s licensees for their continued support of our mission and for helping bring Helping Our Little Heroes to life in their communities.

So if you’re visiting McDonald’s this weekend, keep an eye out for our Heroes and show your support.

Become a Hero and help us reach $70,000 by the end of September.

Donate in person this weekend, or give online at www.helpourlittleheroes.org.au

Be a hero for a Little Hero.

Meet Leo — one of our very own Helping Our Little Heroes. 🕷️🦸At just 13 years old, Leo is already proving that you don’t...
03/09/2026

Meet Leo — one of our very own Helping Our Little Heroes. 🕷️🦸

At just 13 years old, Leo is already proving that you don’t need superpowers to be a hero.

A huge Spider-Man fan, Leo has suited up to raise funds for Ronald McDonald House North Australia in two very superhero-worthy ways:

🕷️ Spidey Visits — Leo will make special appearances at birthday parties and community events, asking for a donation to Ronald McDonald House North Australia in place of payment.

💪 The Push-Up Challenge — for every $1 donated, Leo will do one push-up. Donate $20? That’s 20 push-ups — possibly even in the Spidey suit!

Leo is fundraising because he knows that when a child is seriously ill or injured, their family needs to be right there beside them.

As Leo puts it, Ronald McDonald House helps give families a place to stay, meals, support and fewer things to worry about, so they can focus on what matters most — staying close to their Little Hero.

Let’s get behind Leo and help him reach his goal. Donate, share his fundraiser or start one of your own.

Visit www.helpourlittleheroes.org.au and be a hero for a Little Hero. ❤️🕸️💙

🔨 Are you handy with tools and looking to make a real difference? 🏠❤️ Ronald McDonald House North Australia is looking f...
02/09/2026

🔨 Are you handy with tools and looking to make a real difference?

🏠❤️ Ronald McDonald House North Australia is looking for a Maintenance Marvel (Handyman Volunteer) to help keep our House safe, welcoming and comfortable for the families who call it home during a child's medical journey.

As a Maintenance Marvel, you'll put your practical skills to good use by assisting with
✅ General building maintenance and repairs
✅ Painting and patching work
✅ Outdoor cleaning and upkeep
✅ Lawn mowing and gardening tasks
✅ Moving furniture and donated items
✅ Supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of the House

We're looking for volunteers who are seeking an ongoing role to contribute routinely, and are proactive, physically fit and enjoys helping others.

Experience with maintenance, gardening equipment or handyman tasks is highly regarded.

💛 Comprehensive training and ongoing support provided.
💛 Flexible hours arranged to suit you and the needs of the House.
💛 Every task you complete helps create a safe and comfortable home for families to stay together whilst their child is in hospital.

Interested in becoming part of our volunteer crew?

📧 Contact us today or apply via the link below to learn more. https://bttr.im/ulu4w

Little heroes can make a big difference for other Little Heroes. A cape day, crazy-hair day, classroom challenge or gold...
01/09/2026

Little heroes can make a big difference for other Little Heroes.

A cape day, crazy-hair day, classroom challenge or gold coin fundraiser can help students turn kindness into action. Every school that joins Help Our Little Heroes shows children and families in our region that their community is behind them.

Register your school at www.helpourlittleheroes.org.au and help families stay close when they need each other most.

🎸 FUNDRAISER SPOTLIGHT: Rock for Ronald 2026! 🎸What happens when you combine a love of great music with a big heart for ...
01/09/2026

🎸 FUNDRAISER SPOTLIGHT: Rock for Ronald 2026! 🎸

What happens when you combine a love of great music with a big heart for local families? Rock for Ronald! ❤️

Held in Cairns on 11 July, this incredible event brought together a sold-out crowd of music lovers for a night of classic albums, live performances and community spirit - raising an amazing $10,132 for the families needing access to support from Ronald McDonald House.

A huge shout out to everyone who performed, attended, donated and helped bring the night to life - and especially to Thomas and the incredible team behind Rock for Ronald, for turning their passion for music into something that makes a real difference.

🎶 Great music. Big hearts. Real impact.

Thank you, Cairns, for helping make Rock for Ronald 2026 such a huge success!

❤️ Want to support Thomas and Rock for Ronald?
https://nafundraising.rmhc.org.au/fundraisers/thomaslever4108/rock-for-ronald-2026

01/09/2026

One month on ❤️

It’s hard to believe it’s already been a month since the Pickerings Group of Companies Heart of the North Ronald McDonald House North Australia Gala.

It was a fantastic night, and we’re so grateful to everyone who helped make it such a success.

Thanks to the generosity of everyone who attended, donated, sponsored and supported the evening, more than $135,000 was raised on the night.

That’s enough to provide more than two rooms of accommodation for a full year, helping families stay close to their seriously ill or injured child receiving care in hospital.

Every night a family can stay with us means one less thing for them to worry about, and more time focused on what matters most - their child.

A huge thank you to our naming partner, Pickerings Group of Companies represented by Pickerings Auto Group and Townsville Auto Group, and all of our incredible sponsors and supporters who helped make the night possible.

And to everyone who joined us on the night - thank you for helping us raise such an incredible amount for families across North Australia. 💚

Thanks to the generosity of everyone who attended, donated, sponsored and supported the evening, more than $135,000 was raised on the night.

That’s enough to provide more than two rooms of accommodation for a full year, helping families stay close to their seriously ill or injured child when they need it most.

Every night a family can stay with us means one less thing for them to worry about, and more time focused on what matters most - their child.

A huge thank you to our naming partner, Pickerings Group of Companies, and to all of our incredible sponsors and supporters who helped make the night possible. Your investment in local families makes a very real difference.

And to everyone who joined us on the night - thank you for helping make the Heart of the North a greate evening. 💚

Check out the hightlight video!

❤️ HELP OUR LITTLE HEROES WEEK IS HERE! ❤️Today we’re kicking off Help Our Little Heroes across North Australia, and we’...
31/08/2026

❤️ HELP OUR LITTLE HEROES WEEK IS HERE! ❤️

Today we’re kicking off Help Our Little Heroes across North Australia, and we’re already seeing our communities come together to show local families they’re not alone.

From schools and businesses to workplaces, clubs, retailers and community groups, people across the region are getting involved to help families stay together when their child needs medical care.

🔴 In Townsville, Queensland Country Bank Stadium is lighting up red tonight to mark the start of the campaign.

This week only, Townsville locals can get involved at their local McDonald’s every day and meet the amazing 1RAR soldiers taking part in the campaign. There will also be activations at selected shopping centres across the weekend.

🔴 In Mackay, the Mackay Regional Council building will light up red all week, shining a light on the families who travel for their child’s medical care.

And from Friday to Sunday, you can find Help Our Little Heroes activations at selected McDonald’s restaurants across Mackay:

📍 East Mackay
📍 Andergrove
📍 North Mackay
📍 Ooralea
📍 Northern Beaches

🦸‍♀️ Plus, you can buy an exclusive Help Our Little Heroes Cape! Supplies are limited, so get in quick.

But it doesn’t stop there. Throughout September, communities across North Australia will be getting involved in their own way.

You can Be a Hero for a Hero by fundraising at your school or workplace, donating, volunteering, getting involved in a local activation or simply sharing the campaign and helping spread the word.

Because when a little hero is in hospital, they need their family behind them.

Every dollar raised through Help Our Little Heroes stays in North Queensland, helping provide accommodation, meals and practical support for families when they need it most.

❤️ Let’s turn North Australia red and show our little heroes and their families just how much their community cares.

Be a Hero for a Hero.

👉 Get involved: www.helpourlittleheroes.com.au

When Townsville’s Emmett was diagnosed with leukaemia, his family’s world changed within hours.Through treatment in Bris...
30/08/2026

When Townsville’s Emmett was diagnosed with leukaemia, his family’s world changed within hours.

Through treatment in Brisbane, travel and long stays away from home, his family became the hero team beside him—lifting his spirits, keeping life familiar and helping him face each day with courage.

No Little Hero should have to take on the hard days alone.

This September, stand behind families like Emmett’s. Donate or register at www.helpourlittleheroes.org.au. Be a Hero for a Little Hero.

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