National Volunteers Week was celebrated from 20 to 26 May and this year had the theme “Making a world of difference”.  Through the celebration of this Week, we are given the opportunity to say a huge thank you to the 6 million Australians who volunteer their time and talents to help others. Our Mater Hospitals and Mercy Aged Care facilities are blessed to have a wonderfully generous band of Volunteers who by their selfless efforts make a real difference to the lives of those for whom we care.

The Mater Rockhampton held a special luncheon that allowed the Hospital to say a very sincere thank you and to pay a heartfelt tribute to their wonderful Volunteers who assist patients, staff and visitors to the hospital in such a meaningful way. At the luncheon, Mater Rockhampton Executive Officer, Sue Thurbon addressed the Volunteers and personally thanked each of them for their tireless commitment to helping others and for the integral role they play within the Mater Rockhampton community. Each of the Volunteers received a small gift as a token of the Mater’s appreciation for their wonderful contribution to the life of the Hospital.

Phillip Bauman