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Meet the children your generous donations support directly—hear their stories, meet their families, and see the impact the Foundation has on these young lives. News and media coverage give us the opportunity to share our stories with the broader community, important for continuing to garner support for those who need it the most. Here we share Foundation news that matters the most to people we support, our generous donors, and the broader WA community.
Our stories.
Construction begins on outdoor sanctuary
Works are underway on our exciting Greenspace project outside the Perth Children’s Hospital. The redevelopment will bring children and families closer to the healing power of nature. A traditional Aboriginal smoking ceremony and sod turn have marked the start of construction of the new $4 million nature playground at the QEII Medical Centre. Located at
Funding update: The ACACIA study
We caught up with Dr Dan Yeoh, an Infectious Diseases Physician at Perth Children’s Hospital to learn more about the ACACIA Study.
Dr Yeoh is leading a team of oncology and immunology researchers to study how effective the current COVID-19 vaccines are when it comes to triggering an immune response in kids with cancer, like Tom.
What is chemo really like?
Ever wanted to know what chemo is really like? Tom, #PCHFKidTakeover Ambassador, takes us along for the ride during a round of chemo at PCH.
Sparkle at this year’s Snowflake Ball for PCHF
Don’t miss this year’s Snowflake Ball. Tickets selling fast. It’s fast becoming one of the most magical events on Perth’s social calendar.
Save BIG on toys this winter to support PCHF
Get a head start on your Christmas shopping and feel good doing it. It might be chilly outside but here at PCHF it’s our favourite time of year, as more than 500 toys go on sale during the Big W Big Whopping Toy Sale. The best part is that all funds raised in WA during
Stop! Animation time.
These creative animations were made possible thanks to leading WA animator and artist Steve Aiton, who was engaged as part of the 2022 – 2023 Artist in Residence program, proudly funded by PCHF.