Friday,
23 May 2025
Local businesses get behind hospital appeal, with more support sought

NORTHEAST Health Wangaratta’s (NHW) fundraising appeal has received a boost thanks to a generous donation from local business Garry Nash & Co. Real Estate.

The appeal is seeking to support vital hospital services, equipment and patient care, helping NHW continue to meet the growing healthcare needs of the local community.

Kind donations from individuals and local businesses has helped raise nearly $13,000 towards its $70,000 goal.

Cameron Meggs, director at Garry Nash & Co, said their team is proud to support NHW and hopes their contribution encourages others to get involved.

“Having had my four children at the hospital, I’ve experienced firsthand the care and support NHW provides,” he said.

“It’s so important for our community to support services like this.

"We are lucky to have them, and it’s something we should never take for granted.”

Kim Bennetts, NHW executive director capital, infrastructure and support services, chief procurement officer (CPO) and interim executive director people and culture, expressed her thanks for the continued support from local businesses.

“We’re incredibly grateful to Garry Nash & Co for their generosity,” she said.

“The support we receive from our local business community shows how much the hospital matters to people in this region.

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"These donations help us invest in the resources we need to care for our community, now and into the future.”

Donations to the NHW appeal will help fund the purchase of two state-of-the-art Panda Neonatal Infant Resuscitation Units.

Ms Bennetts said every donation, large or small, contributes to better health outcomes for the region.

All donations of $2 or more are tax-deductible.

To make a donation, visit: nhw.org.au/appeal.