Good Egg Magazine, First Edition 2024

HOORAY FOR RAY By Johanna Griggs AM

(And a heartfelt thank you)

By Maggie Dent

Produced by the Humpty Dumpty Foundation

ABN: 59 137 784 724

Charitable Status: DGR 1

CFN: #11046

LABOUR OF LOVE

A huge thank you to our contributors for donating their time and expertise to Humpty to help produce this edition of the Good Egg Magazine.

CONTRIBUTORS

Paul Francis OAM, Humpty Founder & Chairman

Ray Martin AM, Humpty Patron

Johanna Griggs AM, Humpty Ambassador & Long-time Supporter

Claire Reaney, Humpty CEO & Managing Director

Diana Kahui, Humpty Director – Marketing, Fundraising & Partnerships

Rebekah McLachlan, Humpty Director –Medical Programs & Sector Engagement

Maggie Dent, Humpty Ambassador

Steve Liebmann OAM

Associate Professor Kath Browning Carmo

Rachel Smith

FRONT COVER:

Johanna Griggs AM & Ray Martin AM 2024

Photo credit: Les Seymour

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Humpty will only collect personal information to process donations, issue tax receipts and send you updates. Our privacy policy is available on our website humpty.org.au or call us on 1300 486 789 (1300 HUMPTY). If you do not wish to receive communications from the Humpty Dumpty Foundation please email: humpty@humpty.com.au or mail Humpty Dumpty Foundation: Suite 2.04, 10 - 12 Clarke Street, CROWS NEST NSW 2065

The Humpty Dumpty Foundation acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as the Traditional Custodians of the lands and waters on which we serve and pays respect to the past and present First Peoples and Elders of Country throughout Australia.

Content in this magazine may be of a sensitive nature to some readers.

About Humpty

We see a future where every Australian child has access to the healthcare they need, no matter where they live.

Our mission is to raise funds to provide essential and often lifesaving medical equipment and healthcare initiatives for sick kids in hospitals in every corner of Australia.

Humpty bridges the gap between limited and stretched health budgets and unmet paediatric medical equipment needs of hospitals and health services Australia-wide.

Humpty keeps families closer together by helping children recover closer to home

When you choose to donate to Humpty, you will help Australian children benefit from the best healthcare and equipment faster.

Humpty empowers healthcare workers in big city hospitals and in rural and remote communities

From humble beginnings to lifesaving impacts

By Ray Martin AM

It was a humble charity target.

Paul Francis and I had no idea what we were doing when we said “Yes”. They needed $35,000, to paint the Children’s Ward at the Royal North Shore Hospital (RNSH).

Now, I had a loose connection, because our two children had been born at the RNSH. On the other hand, Paul was a party-loving bachelor and wine-aficionado, who enjoyed teaching Northern Suburbs women – and any other suburb - how to play tennis.

It was clearly time, for the kids’ sake, to get rid of the Hospital’s khaki walls – a colour that was even out of date in army uniforms. “Something colourful”, the paediatric nurses had pleaded. So, we held a “frocks ’n’ black tie” fundraising dinner on the Saturday night of the Wimbledon Women’s Final. (For some strange reason Paul decided to call it “The Wimbledon Ball”).

The legendary John Newcombe and Fred Stolle were the highlight of the night, satellited in from London, laughing and gossiping about what really goes on at the world’s biggest tennis tournament. Geoff Harvey and his Midday musicians were the fabulous dance band. When the exquisite French bubbly and best Aussie wines had been savoured - along with the Michelin Hat food - and women took off their dancing feet and put their high-heeled shoes back on to go home, we discovered that we had raised about… $65,000!

So, we painted the hospital walls in rainbow colours. To make sick children and their parents smile just a little bit. As you should.

Fast forward thirty plus years since that auspicious night, the Humpty Dumpty Foundation – as it became known –has raised over ONE HUNDRED MILLION dollars.

The wonderfully generous family of Humpty donors – they really are ‘family’ - have jogged up a ridiculous Mosman hill, bought ambulances and Special Care nurses, Clown Doctors and even a Wellness Garden for sick babies and children.

But mostly, what they have done is purchase thousands of pieces of lifesaving equipment. For around 500 hospitals, clinics and isolated communities across Australia.

Ray Martin with Davey Gumbula, Darwin 2022

Ray's first trip to Royal Darwin Hospital, 2016

I know the phrase “lifesaving” rolls easily off the tongue. But that’s exactly what buying this equipment does.

I’ve seen the results first-hand, from Melbourne to Mareeba. From Brisbane to Broome. Babies and children who would sadly not be alive - without Humpty.

So, I’m honoured to have played a small role in helping the unstoppable Humpty team write their extraordinary, hundred-million-dollar charity success story. Hosting balls, dinners, lunches and other fundraisers – and beating the public drum for Humpty as ‘the best charity in Australia' –is the fun part. (And I’m heavily into fun – as my old mate, Paul, will attest).

Over the past three decades, journeying Australia for Humpty, I’ve heard enough breathtaking baby stories to fill a book. Paediatricians and nurses – along with sad eyed but ever-grateful mums and dads – who talk about desperately ill children, who somehow, miraculously survived. Because of a piece of medical equipment, donated by a caring Humpty supporter, who will probably never meet that baby - or the family - but have certainly given that tiny boy or girl… a life. Simple as that.

I’ve watched Mums especially - time and time again – choking back their tears and shaking their head in disbelief, that a total stranger would be so kind.

Over the years some donors have given more than a million dollars. Others just a twenty-dollar raffle ticket. All they can afford. They’re all part of the Humpty family we love so much.

A hundred, simply wonderful baby stories – of life and death - have etched themselves into my Humpty memory. Probably more. But there’s one I think of often.

It concerns a Yolgnu Aboriginal baby named Davey, from Nhulunbuy - on the coastal edge of Arnhem Land. Davey was rushed to the Royal Darwin Hospital, born with a heart defect that was almost certainly going to kill him. (As it had countless babies before him).

But - as luck would have it - months before Davey’s troubled birth, one of the hospital’s brilliant paediatricians, Dr Louise Woodward, convinced Paul Francis that Humpty should buy a special, high-tech cot, to fly the sickest Territory babies to interstate. Dr Louise had spent over twelve years – without success - desperately campaigning with NT and Federal governments. The cot ended up costing over three hundred thousand dollars - which is why Darwin, at the end of the public health chain, didn’t have one.

There is no doubt that newborn Davey’s life was saved by the Humpty cot. (Along with the brilliance of the Melbourne medical team). Dr Woodward now tells us that, in the years since, more than 60 babies – mostly Aboriginal – are alive, because of that same astonishing piece of medical equipment.

I’ve kept in touch with Davey and his family. With curly hair and the biggest smile, today he’s an absolute poster child. Full of life and simply beautiful. As it happens, he’s about the same age as my beloved grandson, Arlo. I can’t imagine a world without Arlo, as I’m sure Davey’s family feel about him.

If - in the thirty-odd years of my involvement - the Humpty Dumpty Foundation had done nothing more than save little Davey’s life, it would have all been worthwhile.

But, of course - thankfully - variations of Davey’s story have been repeated more times than anyone can count.

So, I finish up this month as the Humpty Dumpty Foundation Patron. Still smiling. I still think that Humpty is ‘the best charity in Australia’. Certainly, the best that I’ve been privileged to be part of. I thank you for your generosity.

Ray Martin & Paul Francis, 30+ years of mateship

Ray Martin & Gumatj Clan Elder Gayili Marika Yunupingu (Davey’s Grandmother)

Hooray for Ray (and a heartfelt thank you)

By Johanna Griggs AM

Reaching almost six decades in any career would be a huge life achievement for most people. But for a man whose career started in radio, led to global reporting on 60 Minutes, to taking over the helm of A Current Affair and Sunday – it’s pretty special. That same man has also delighted audiences with his wit and humour on The Midday Show for nine years, before branching out into documentaries exploring a vast range of issues.

Of course, I’m talking about Ray Martin AM – the muchrevered TV legend who’s been on our screens for so long, many of us probably can’t remember a time when he wasn’t. Australians have listened to Ray’s voice hundreds of times over the years; we’ve watched that famous twinkle in his eye as he’s told stories that have endlessly intrigued, educated and entertained us.

Whilst not wanting to diminish that phenomenal record in any way, it’s the extraordinary work Ray’s achieved for the last 34 years as Patron of the Humpty Dumpty Foundation that has left me truly in awe.

Back in 1990 when Humpty Founder and Chairman, Paul Francis, and Ray first discussed how they might be able to promote a fundraising event, Ray went on radio to see if he could drum up interest from the public.

Their goal was to raise $35,000, a figure they surpassed by more than $30,000. Their first thought after that was, “What if we could help other hospitals around NSW and then the rest of the country?” Before long, the Humpty Dumpty Foundation was born.

Fast forward to 2024, and Humpty now supports around 500 hospitals and health services across our great land. It has raised over $100 million, providing over 6,500 pieces of often lifesaving medical equipment for babies and children across Australia, all through the generosity of Humpty’s donors.

It’s near impossible to put a figure on how many children’s health outcomes have been improved by this, or how many lives have been saved.

Not to mention the impact on the frontline healthcare workers and researchers in paediatric wards, neonatal units, and maternity and emergency departments, who’ve had access to this state-of-the-art medical equipment. It’s technology that’s helping them provide the care they were trained to do, and in a much more efficient and productive way.

Caption: Ray Martin hosting Humpty’s Morning Tea, Darwin 2021

I recently was lucky enough to interview Ray, who’s soon turning 80 (sorry if I let the cat out of the bag, Ray!). Reaching that milestone, he’s keen to focus more on the family he adores, including two young grandchildren –and devote a bit more time to his passion of photography, whilst still fitting in the occasional TV gig. So, Ray’s made the difficult decision to step away from his public facing role with Humpty.

Let’s face it, we’ll never let him go completely as he is part of Humpty’s DNA – but I don’t think anyone can begrudge Ray this decision for a second, given his monumental commitment to Humpty over the years.

Ray’s hosted over 100 lunches, dinners and balls and visited over 50 regional and remote hospitals and health centres to see for himself the donated Humpty medical equipment in situ. He’s heard firsthand from health workers, patients and families about the impact it’s having, so he can pass the message on to our fabulous donors.

But a funny thing happened during our interview. As the consummate professional, Ray was happy to talk about the charity that means so much to him; to wax lyrical about the Humpty team working tirelessly behind the scenes. He sung the praises of our donors – and shared stories of the adventures he and Paul Francis got up to over the years.

But when I tried to get Ray to acknowledge the role HE has personally played, he squirmed. He deflected every single compliment and swatted them back effortlessly into the direction of others around him. His class and humility make him even more endearing, but the facts remain: Ray’s star power has had an enormous impact. He’s opened doors when times have been challenging; he’s advocated endlessly on behalf of Humpty, and we wouldn’t be achieving what we are in the NT without him.

And, after being Ray’s back-up at events he couldn’t do over the past (almost) three decades, I feel very lucky to try and follow in his enormous footsteps. I couldn’t think of anyone I’d like to try and emulate more, for the way he has conducted himself, the values he lives by, and his desire to make the world a better place. So, if you come along to a Humpty event, or see me round the traps, please come up and say hi, as like Ray… I do love a chat.

And Ray, even if you’re uncomfortable reading this – thank you. On behalf of everyone you’ve ever dealt with through Humpty, of all the families across the country you’ve brought help and relief to, and the tireless dedication you’ve given this wonderful charity.

We’ll continue what you have started with gusto, but we appreciate – so much – everything you have done. Humpty literally wouldn’t be what it is today without you!

Ray Martin at his engaging best at one of Humpty’s many events

Ray Martin, Baby Whisperer, at Royal Darwin Hospital

Making a difference Brian and Patsy’s living legacy

By Steve Liebmann OAM

It’s no secret that donors are the heart of Humpty –and whenever they can, Humpty shows their valued donors how their donations have made a real difference in paediatric wards, neonatal units, and maternity and emergency departments around Australia.

Recently, Paul Francis had the chance to thank some of Humpty's most generous donors – Brian Allen OAM and his wife Patsy Allen. It was a bittersweet moment, as Brian was lying in a hospital bed surrounded by family at the time of Paul’s visit. Brian was terminally ill with mesothelioma after working for many years in the construction industry.

Paul brought a video of thank-you messages from the doctors and nurses who were working with the medical equipment Brian and his wife Patsy had donated over the years. The Allens’ last donation was $1 million dollars, and Paul wanted to show them how much of a difference their hugely generous gift had made.

As Brian’s life was drawing to a close, it prompted him to reflect on a legacy he could leave after his passing. Knowing there wasn’t much that could be done for him, but what a substantial donation

could do for others, particularly babies being able to lead a full life.

Brian had wanted his last donation to be spent along Australia’s east coast where he’d made his money in construction – and that wish was granted. As Brian lay in his hospital bed, he listened to messages from hospital staff across NSW, VIC and QLD, telling him how his kindness was saving the lives of critically ill babies and children.

The staff at the Bathurst Health Service Paediatric and Special Care Nursery thanked Brian and Patsy for making a difference to the young lives of the people they served. And Dubbo Health Service told Brian and Patsy that the equipment they had donated, through Humpty, meant hundreds of sick newborns and children from all over rural NSW would now receive the very best care possible.

The donation provided a range of lifesaving medical equipment such as the Atom Infant Warmer and Intellivue Patient Monitor, to monitor sick and preterm babies. The donation also meant a Jaundice Detector, a Vital Signs Monitor and Angel Eye Cameras could be made available. The Allens also made another special request.

Part of Brian and Patsy’s living legacy donation provided transport ventilators and incubators for Careflight.

Steve Liebmann, Patsy Allen and Paul Francis viewing Brian’s photo book

Patsy Allen with her favourite photo of husband, Brian

This meant airborne ambulances could better support premature or sick newborn babies being transported from remote country areas, to hospitals where specialist doctors wait to treat them.

Brian and Patsy first became aware of the Humpty Dumpty Foundation when their daughter Kylie’s children were in hospital for serious conditions. The medical equipment in the wards with the Humpty badges was incredible. Kylie and her husband John were beyond grateful to the people who’d selflessly donated items that helped keep their children alive.

Brian was a successful businessman who regularly supported a small group of charities which were important to him. When Brian began donating to Humpty, he liked that he could see exactly where and what he and Patsy were donating. Thanks to Humpty’s Wish List.

Every year, Brian and Patsy loved sitting together and choosing the medical equipment they wished to donate. By designating his donation prior to his passing, Brian got to see the impact his donation would have on patients and the staff using the equipment.

Brian was a private man who never sought the limelight, but was known for being exceedingly generous along with Patsy, his wife of more than six decades. He also understood the need of others and the importance of giving and making a difference.

Brian was 86 when he passed and lived a full and colourful life.

Brian was a good humoured and generous father to his three daughters and together they decided to share their good fortune in a way that would help so many.

Brian & Patsy’s $1 million legacy donation

QLD

JM-105 Jaundice Detector – Sunshine Coast University Hospital

Connex Vital Signs Monitor, Airvo 3 Humidifiers & Jaundice Detector – Redcliffe Hospital (4) AngelEye Cameras – Royal Brisbane & Women’s Hospital (11)

VIC

Atom Infant Warmers - Casey Hospital (2), Dandenong Hospital (4), Clayton Hospital (1), Jessie McPherson Hospital (1) Sandringham Hospital (2)

NSW

Intellivue MX450 Patient Monitor - Bathurst Health Service (2), Orange Health Service (2), Dubbo Hospital (11)

Continue your legacy by leaving Humpty a gift in your will or a living legacy. Big or small, your donation will help save the lives of sick children around Australia.

Give the legacy of life

Thank you from Monash Children’s Hospital Newborn Nurses

Paul Murray rallies Australians to help sick children

Sky News host Paul Murray considers himself a traditionalist rather than a conservative. His colleagues have described him on one side having the on-air bravado of an opinion maker, but the other side of him is so soft it is almost unrecognisable.

Murray’s viewers and listeners are fiercely loyal. The huge outpouring of compassion that came Murray’s way when he and his wife Sian lost their firstborn, Leo, is perhaps testament to this side of him. Leo tragically died just 33 hours after he was born.

“We were told by the end of the first day that basically he wasn’t going to make it,” Murray remembers, “but we didn’t expect it to be so fast.”

It’s clear that Leo’s short life had a powerful impact on Murray and his wife, who were motivated to partner with the Humpty Dumpty Foundation to fundraise for medical equipment to hospitals across the country.

In October 2023, Paul Murray chose the Mildura region to feature on his Paul Murray Live: Our Town program to raise funds for an ATOM incubator for Mildura Base Public Hospital.

Mildura is home to over 57,000 people and located in northwest regional Victoria. Mildura Base Hospital has 172 beds, with an eight bed paediatric unit. There are about 800 babies born here each year, and over 7,400 paediatric patients present to their emergency department annually.

Murray set an initial fundraising target of $50,000and due to overwhelming support from his viewers and community, the fundraising reached over $163,000. Helping generate this amazing fundraising result was Kyle Sandilands from KIIS FM who donated the largest single amount of $20,000.

This meant that not only was the ATOM incubator able to be donated to the hospital, but other medical equipment too, including a MX 500 Monitor, a 950 Humidification System, a Premature Anne and a Newborn Anne Training

Manikin. A Viva Paediatric Emergency Cart was also donated to the Robinvale District Health Service.

Paul Murray’s loyal viewers and supporters also shared their messages of support for the fundraiser.

Said Stacey L: "Every newborn deserves the best start in life. Let’s make an impact and lead the way as a community, and maybe our governments will get the hint. We are a first-world country after all. Aren’t we?"

Linda Black also commented, "Thanks to Paul Murray, I've become aware of this remarkable charity."

Anne and Dave Pascoe wrote, “In support of Paul’s heartfelt personal story."

And Chris and Simon Blair also sent a message of support: "From two former Mildura brothers who know the Base Hospital very well!"

Paul Murray wanted to use his ‘Our Town’ program as a vehicle for shining a light on regional areas that urgently needed paediatric medical equipment.

“As one of the legacies of my time on the television, and as Leo’s dad, I want to make sure I help in any way I can, to ensure other kids can make it through the first few days of their life,” Mr Murray said.

Job well done Paul Murray and supporters – job well done!

Paul Murray’s ongoing dedication to helping other unwell babies, even in the face of tragically losing his own, has been greatly appreciated by Humpty’s team – including Paul Francis.

“Paul Murray has a long history of supporting Humpty, driven by his own experiences with his son, Leo,” said Paul Francis. “From the adversity that he and his wife Sian went through, he has rallied his viewers to make a difference and to give sick children a better opportunity at life – and we’re so thankful to have his help.”

Mildura Base Hospital nurses proudly display their new Premature Anne Training Manikin

Chairman’s message

Some things are simply inevitable but that doesn’t make them any less sad when they finally happen. After 34 years of being such a huge part of Humpty, Ray Martin, our Patron, Board Member, host and most importantly my right hand (and often guiding hand) has decided that it is time to finally cut back.

It has given me pause to reflect on Ray’s impact in the life of Humpty and I can only be eternally grateful for all that he has done during those 34 years.

I have learnt so much from Ray as we travelled around Australia visiting hospitals that were desperate for equipment that Humpty donors have been donating and will continue to donate. His assistance in working with both State and Federal governments and his ability to open doors has been absolutely invaluable.

From my own personal point of view, I have been blessed to be in his company and get a much better understanding and appreciation for life outside of the big cities, with over 60% of medical equipment donated now going to regional Australia.

Another major moment in Humpy’s development was back in 2017 when Ray and I travelled to Darwin to get a better understanding of the medical needs of the doctors and nurses in the Northern Territory (NT). With an infant mortality rate over triple that of any other Australian state, it quickly became an absolute priority with us and the Humpty Family.

Since that time in the NT, Humpty has supplied over 850 pieces of children’s medical equipment to 88% of all public hospitals and health services in the NT. What is happening in the NT is often referred to by our medical teams as “death by geography” but as Ray would say, “doing nothing is not an option”.

As we lead into The Great Humpty Ball Darwin on 22 June, we’ll be working hard to showcase the Northern Territory Wish List that contains over $1 million worth of medical equipment. Any support Humpty can generate will make a huge difference to those Australian children and their families living in the NT.

The Humpty Team with support of our donors is certainly creating better health outcomes for our Australian children right across the country.

If you are in a position to help, please call me on 1300-486-789 (1300-HUMPTY) or check out Humpty’s Wish List from Page 11.

From the bottom of our Humpty Hearts - THANK YOU RAY MARTIN.

Paul Francis OAM

Founder and Chairman

Donate Northern Territory Wish List items now

Paul Francis & Ray Martin taking the Humpty message across the country

Chairman's Wishes

Humpty has a crucial role in saving children’s lives every day in Australian hospitals and health services. This is made possible by the generous donation of urgently needed medical equipment.

In consultation with Humpty’s Medical Programs Advisory Committee, we have carefully selected these pieces of equipment because of their urgent need and the vital difference they will make in supporting doctors and nurses to save children’s lives.

CHAIRMAN’S WISH 1:

BILISOFT PHOTOTHERAPY UNIT $14,600 EACH

GOLD COAST UNIVERSITY, NEWBORN CARE UNIT, QLD, 2 NEEDED

Jaundice, detected as a yellowing of the skin and eyes, occurs in 50% of full-term babies and 80% of preterm babies in their first week of life. Without prompt treatment, jaundice can cause cerebral palsy, deafness and/or brain damage. This machine uses phototherapy to effectively treat the jaundice while at the same time enabling the parents to hold or feed their child at the same time. The Newborn Care team at Gold Coast University Hospital has had a high turnover of patients requiring phototherapy and currently do not have a sufficient number of phototherapy units to meet the increasing demand.

CHAIRMAN’S WISH 2:

INFINITY ACUTE CARE SYSTEM C500 $29,150

ST GEORGE HOSPITAL, PAEDIATRICS, NSW, 1 NEEDED

The C500 is an Intravenous Anaesthesia and Critical Care System designed to provide precise and comprehensive control over anaesthesia and patient care in the most demanding healthcare environments. The paediatrics ward at St George Hospital has seen a rapid increase in patients being admitted requiring cardiorespiratory monitoring. The system allows patients to be monitored anywhere in the unit whilst recovering, greatly improving the quality of care and outcomes of these long-term patients and their families.

CHAIRMAN’S WISH 3: PANDA RESUSCITATION WARMER $43,050

BROOME HOSPITAL, SPECIAL CARE NURSERY, WA, 1 NEEDED

The Panda Warmer's integrated technology helps hospital staff deliver critical care to fragile newborns. It provides warmth, resuscitation, oxygen monitoring, and precise weighing for medication, all while minimising transfers for improved stability. Broome Hospital, the main referral centre in the remote Kimberley region of Western Australia for high-risk neonates, needs this advanced warmer urgently to ensure every infant receives the best care as their Special Care Nursery elevates its capability to care for even sicker babies.

CHAIRMAN’S WISH 4: ATOM INFANT WARMER $50,800

ECHUCA REGIONAL HOSPITAL, EMERGENCY, VIC, 1 NEEDED

The ATOM Infant Warmer is used for sick or premature babies who may need to be resuscitated at birth and is crucial to achieving a positive outcome for a critically ill baby. Echuca Regional Health is a small hospital that serves a population of approximately 45,000. The hospital's Emergency Department's current warmer is over 15 years old, and the hospital's Biomed team have stated the entire machine desperately needs updating.

CHAIRMAN’S WISH 5: T1 HAMILTON VENTILATOR $52,120

HORNSBY KU-RING-GAI HOSPITAL, NSW, 1 NEEDED

The Hamilton T1 Ventilator provides effective lung protective ventilation for babies born sick or premature, reducing lung injury and providing oxygenation. This ventilation helps the baby breathe and greatly improves their chance of survival. Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Hospital Emergency Department sees up to 50,000 patients per year with 30% being children and babies. Their current equipment does not support the level of care for babies and young children which can be provided by this full featured intensive care ventilator.

CHAIRMAN’S WISH 6: ARCTIC SUN TEMPERATURE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM $55,850

ROYAL DARWIN HOSPITAL, NICU, NT, 1 NEEDED

This System is a non-invasive targeted temperature management system and is vital to keeping sick children and babies stable especially when affected by severe brain trauma or damage, sepsis and during neuro and cardiac surgery. The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Royal Darwin Hospital sees approximately 600 admissions annually and need an urgent replacement for their current temperature management system which is no longer functioning.

CHAIRMAN’S WISH 7: BABYROO TN300 RESUSCITATION WARMER $56,700

ROYAL PRINCE ALFRED HOSPITAL, NEWBORN CARE UNIT, 1 NEEDED

The Babyroo® TN300 is a versatile open-care warmer that delivers warm, moisture-rich air to nurture and protect fragile newborns. These warmers ensure that the delicate lungs of these tiny fighters remain warm and do not dry out. Royal Prince Alfred is one of the biggest tertiary hospitals in NSW providing support to over 5,500 births a year.

Special projects and initiatives

CHAIRMAN’S WISH 8:

APLIO I700 ULTRASOUND MACHINE

$85,000

THE CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL AT WESTMEAD, IMD CLINIC, NSW, 1 NEEDED

The Gastroenterology Unit at The Children's Hospital at Westmead has reported 480 children with Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) in its care. They currently diagnose 85-100 new patients each year and is increasing as the population increases across Western Sydney. These children have a lifelong inflammatory bowel problem, requiring expensive medications and treatment.

The Aplio i700 ultrasound machine is an established assessment tool for diagnosis and monitoring of IBD. This method has the advantages of being noninvasive, radiation-free, well tolerated by paediatric patients; enabling them to receive treatment immediately and live a healthy and normal life.

CHAIRMAN’S WISH 9: ASCOM HANDHELD DEVICES $180,000

MONASH CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL, NICU, VIC, 30 NEEDED (PACKAGE PRICE)

This Australian-first project for Monash Newborn focuses on creating quieter and less stressful environments for premature and critically ill babies by supporting innovative technology that allows nurses to carry handheld vital signs monitors. This technology enables them to receive critical alerts on their handsets and centrally at the staff station allowing for a quieter and calmer environment at the bedside for the patient and their families.

Monash urgently needs support to upgrade their handsets to integrate with their new state-of-theart integrated information system, as their current devices will be reaching their end of life and will no longer be supported by the provider.

For further information on this leading initiative please refer to page 24.

Humpty’s Wish List

New South Wales

EZ-IO DRILL: $950 EACH

Canterbury Hospital, Paediatric

Ward (1), Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Paediatrics (1), Wagga Wagga Base Hospital, Special Care Nursery (1), Hillston Multipurpose Service, Emergency (1)

RAD 5 PULSE OXIMETER WITH NEONATAL SENSOR:

$1,960 EACH

Westmead Hospital, Maternity (2), Hillston Multipurpose Service, Emergency (1)

EZ-IO DRILL & EDUCATOR KIT: $2.950 EACH

Walcha Multi-Purpose Service, Emergency (1), Hillston MultiPurpose Service, Emergency (1)

SOUNDEAR NOISE

DISPLAY: $3,850

Shoalhaven Hospital, Neonatal Unit

950 HUMIDIFICATION

SYSTEM: $4,550 EACH

Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Hospital, Special Care Nursery (2), Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Hospital, Maternity (2), Canterbury Hospital, Special Care Nursery (2)

RADICAL-7 PULSE COOXIMETER: $4,750

Nepean Hospital, Children’s Ward (2)

CONNEX VITAL SIGNS MONITOR WITH STAND:

$6,440

Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Hospital, Maternity

RADICAL-7 PULSE CO-OXIMETER WALL MOUNTED: $7,080

Canterbury Hospital, Paediatrics

BILILUX PHOTOTHERAPY UNIT: $8,500 EACH

Shoalhaven Hospital, Neonatal Unit (2)

C-MAC VIDEO LARYNGOSCOPE WITH BLADE: $8,500 EACH

Sydney Children's Hospital, Randwick, Medical Imaging (3)

AIRVO 3 HUMIDIFIER: $8,820 EACH

Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Paediatrics (3), Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Hospital, Paediatrics (2), Liverpool Hospital, Emergency (2), Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Hospital, Emergency (2), Wyong Hospital, Emergency (2), John Hunter Children's Hospital, NICU (5), South Western Sydney Local Health District, Paediatrics (4), Sydney Children's Hospital, Randwick, Emergency (4), Sydney Children's Hospital, Randwick, NICU (5), Sydney Children's Hospital, Randwick, Isolation Unit (5), Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Emergency (2), Canterbury Hospital, Emergency (2), Blue Mountains Hospital, Paediatrics & Special Care Nursery (1)

South Australia New South Wales

JM-105 JAUNDICE

DETECTOR: $10,100 EACH

Nepean Hospital, Women & Children’s Outpatient Department (1), South East Regional Hospital (Bega), Maternity (1), Temora Hospital, Maternity (1), Sydney Children's Hospital, Randwick, C1 South (1), Broken Hill Hospital, Maternity (1), Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Hospital, Special Care Nursery (2), Westmead Hospital, Midwifery (1), South Western Sydney Local Health District, Emergency (1)

BILISOFT LED PHOTOTHERAPY SYSTEM: $14,600 EACH

Wollongong Hospital, Neonatal Unit (2), Westmead Hospital, Maternity (1), St George Hospital NSW, Paediatrics (1), Bathurst Health Service, Special Care Nursery (1)

M540 INFINITY MONITOR SYSTEM: $15,220 EACH

Royal Hospital for Women, Newborn Care (8)

MICRO-PREMMIE SIMULATOR: $1,500 EACH

Women’s and Children’s Hospital, Maternity Services (4)

SYMPHONY BREAST PUMP WITH CASE: $3,120 EACH

Flinders Medical Centre, Paediatrics (3)

SYMPHONY BREAST PUMP WITH STAND: $3,470 EACH

Mount Gambier and Districts Health Service, Nursing & Midwifery (2), Women's and Children's Hospital, NICU (5), Port Augusta Hospital and Regional Health Services, Casuarina Ward (2)

NEWBORN ANNE TRAINING MANIKIN: $5,400 EACH

Ceduna District Health Service, Midwifery (1), Women's and Children's Hospital, Maternity Services (4)

JM-105 JAUNDICE DETECTOR: $10,100

Mount Gambier and Districts Health Service, Maternity & Paediatric Ward

Victoria

RAD 5 PULSE OXIMETER WITH NEONATAL SENSOR:

$1,960 EACH

Bairnsdale Regional Health Service, Maternity (2)

LIFE DOPPLER 250:

$2,300 EACH

Frankston Hospital, Women’s Health Unit (3)

ASTODIA DIAPHANOSCOPE: $3,410

Monash Children’s Hospital, Children’s Cancer Centre (1)

950 HUMIDIFICATION SYSTEM: $4,550

Mildura Base Public Hospital, Midwifery

VIVA PAEDIATRIC EMERGENCY CART: $4,680

Bairnsdale Regional Health Service, Maternity

RADICAL-7 PULSE CO-OXIMETER WITH NEONATAL SENSOR

$4,750

Robinvale District Health Services, Urgent Care

CONNEX VITAL SIGNS MONITOR WITH STAND:

$6,440 EACH

The Northern Hospital, Maternity (1), Monash Children's Hospital, 4B Aviary Ward (2), Casey Hospital, Paediatrics (2)

BILISTICK 2.0 SYSTEM: $8,100 EACH

Echuca Regional Hospital, Maternity (2)

JM-105 JAUNDICE DETECTOR: $10,100 EACH

The Bendigo Hospital, Women’s and Children’s Services (1), Cohuna District Hospital, Maternity (1), The Northern Hospital, Special Care Nursery (1), Box Hill Hospital, Postnatal Home Visiting Service (2), Gippsland Southern Health Service, Maternity (1), Monash Children's Hospital, Hospital at Home Service (2), St John of God Geelong Hospital, Postnatal Ward (1), Frankston Hospital, Women’s Health Unit (1)

INTELLIVUE X3 PATIENT MONITORING SYSTEM: $13,010 EACH

Grampians Health Ballarat, Paediatrics (2)

BILILUX LED PHOTOTHERAPY SYSTEM: $14,600 EACH

Casey Hospital, Maternity (1), St John of God Geelong Hospital, Special Care Nursery (1)

RAD G MONITOR: $1,450 EACH

Hervey Bay Hospital, Special Care Nursery (5)

BED WETTING ALARM SYSTEM: $2,810 EACH

Mareeba Hospital, Community Health - Child & Family Services (2)

ASTODIA DIAPHANOSCOPE: $3,410

Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Hospital, Emergency

MILLER VIDEO LARYNGOSCOPE BLADE:

$4,240 EACH

Royal Brisbane & Women's Hospital, Neonatology (4)

RADICAL-7 PULSE COOXIMETER: $4,750 EACH

Gympie Hospital, Maternity (4)

CONNEX VITAL SIGNS MONITOR WITH STAND: $6,440 EACH

Warwick Hospital, Emergency (1), Redcliffe Hospital, Critical Care, Women's & Children's Services (1), Theodore Hospital, Acute Ward (1)

GIRAFFE BLUE SPOT LITE PHOTOTHERAPY SYSTEM:

$7,950

Redcliffe Hospital, Neonatal Unit

BILISTICK 2.0 SYSTEM: $8,100 EACH

Sunshine Coast University Hospital, NOURISH Home Visit Service (1), Gympie Hospital, Maternity (1)

AIRVO 3 HUMIDIFIER: $8,820 EACH

Redland Hospital, Paediatrics (1), Redcliffe Hospital, Critical Care, Women's & Children's Services (1)

JM-105 JAUNDICE DETECTOR: $10,100 EACH

Gympie Hospital, Maternity & Paediatric (2)

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Northern Territory

BABY HIPPY: $1,850 EACH

Royal Darwin Hospital, Clinical Learning, Education and Research Service (3)

HEMOCUE HB 801

ANALYSER: $2,500 EACH

Miwatj Health Aboriginal Corporation, Health (4), Alice Springs Hospital, Central Region Public & Primary Care (30), Tennant Creek Hospital, PPHC Barkly (3), Royal Darwin Hospital, PPHC Top End (30), Red Lily Health Board, Remote Health (3)

CHESTER CHEST: $2,950

Royal Darwin Chest, Clinical Learning, Education and Research Service

EZ-IO DRILL & EDUCATOR KIT: $2,950

Pintupi Homelands Health Service Aboriginal Corporation, Primary Health

ASTODIA DIAPHANOSCOPE:

$3,410 EACH

Royal Darwin Hospital, PPHC Top End West (2)

NEWBORN ANNE TRAINING MANIKIN:

$5,400 EACH

Royal Darwin Hospital, Clinical Learning, Education and Research Service (2), Katherine Hospital, Clinical Learning, Education and Research Service (1), Gove Hospital, Clinical Learning, Education and Research Service (1)

CONNEX VITAL SIGNS MONITOR WITH STAND:

$6,440

Pintupi Homelands Health Service Aboriginal Corporation, Primary Health (2)

NURSING BABY: $7,450

Royal Darwin Hospital, Clinical Learning, Education and Research Service

AIRVO 3 HUMIDIFIER: $8,820 EACH

Royal Darwin Hospital, Paediatrics 5A/5B (4)

SOPHIE MUM & BIRTH SIMULATOR: $9,950 EACH

Royal Darwin Hospital, Clinical Learning, Education and Research Service (3)

JM-105 JAUNDICE DETECTOR: $10,100 EACH

Royal Darwin Hospital, Ward 6A –Maternity (2)

LUCY & MUM DELIVERY BIRTH SIMULATOR: $13,400

Royal Darwin Hospital, Clinical Learning, Education and Research Service

M540 INFINITY MONITOR SYSTEM: $15,220 EACH

Royal Darwin Hospital, Special Care Nursery (6)

Western Australia Tasmania

SYMPHONY BREAST PUMP WITH CASE: $3,120 EACH

Broome Hospital, Maternity (3)

ASTODIA

DIAPHANOSCOPE: $3,410 EACH

Fiona Stanley Hospital, Emergency (2)

AIRVO 3 HUMIDIFIER:

$8,820 EACH

Fiona Stanley Hospital, NICU (2), Joondalup Health Campus, Paediatric Emergency (2)

JM-105 JAUNDICE

DETECTOR: $10,100 EACH

Fiona Stanley Hospital, Emergency (2), Bunbury Hospital, Maternity (1)

BELLIS BREAST PUMP: $750 EACH

Launceston General Hospital, Women’s and Children’s Service (4)

ASTODIA

DIAPHANOSCOPE: $3,410 EACH

Royal Hobart Hospital, Neonatal & Paediatric Intensive Care Unit (3)

ATOM INCU I 101: $35,000 EACH

North West Regional Hospital, Special Care Nursery (2)

ATOM INFANT WARMER: $50,800 EACH

Royal Hobart Hospital, Neonatal & Paediatric Intensive Care Unit (9)

The cost of the medical equipment as listed by the Humpty Dumpty Foundation is an accurate estimate of the list price at the time of issue. It also includes an allowance for the handling costs, delivery, handover costs and a plaque to acknowledge the donor. The actual cost of equipment may be different at the time of purchase. Any shortfall in the cost of the equipment will be paid by the Humpty Dumpty Foundation, any surplus will be treated as a donation and will be used to financially support the Foundation.

The last 12 months have been nothing short of noteworthy and indeed our most remarkable to date.

Every year is a new year, one filled with hope, positivity, and gratitude. Of course there are challenges, but the overarching generosity of our supporters and my passion for our purpose always brings things back into perspective.

One would think that after 18 years with any one organisation you may start to wonder what else is out there. This is far from the truth when I reflect on my time with Humpty - especially when I look back on all we have achieved together in the last year and the positive impacts on children across Australia.

More and more, Humpty is playing a critical role in bridging the budgetary shortfalls faced by Australian hospitals and health services, and 2023 underscored the role we play in extending vital medical care to all corners of the country.

In a year marked by uncertain economic conditions and cost-of-living pressures, I am immensely proud to announce that we donated 517 pieces of children’s medical equipment valued at $5.9 million to hospitals and health services across Australia – almost a 31% increase in the number of pieces donated respectively in comparison to 2022.

Last year alone, the number of medical equipment submissions

from hospitals

increased

by a staggering 49%.

This growing demand for support emphasises the pivotal role Humpty plays in promoting health and well-being.

Our capacity to adapt to evolving health challenges and advancements in care, including equipment and technology, is a testament to the unwavering dedication of our supporters, who are the backbone of Humpty.

Our extensive nationwide presence continues to resonate, with corporate support aligning donations to operational areas. Many of our corporate partners have business interests spanning the entire country, and Humpty’s ability

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to direct donations back into the communities where they operate and where their employees reside strengthens our partnership offering.

For the second consecutive year, two-thirds of the donated equipment found its way to hospitals and health services in rural and remote regions of Australia. When donors specify a particular hospital or location, it often stems from personal or family connections – a testament to the deep-rooted community support Humpty fosters. We are learning and hearing more about the importance of care and recovery closer to home, a concept that resonates so deeply with our supporters.

I too extend my heartfelt thanks to Ray Martin for his tireless commitment to Humpty over the last 34 years. Your legacy, passion, and selflessness will be a constant reminder for the Humpty team to uphold.

As we look ahead, we remain dedicated to collaborating closely with leading hospitals, including the 12 new additions across New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, and Western Australia. Through continued collaboration with the Australian healthcare sector and the incredible generosity of our donors, Foundations and corporate allies, we look forward to continuing to make a positive impact on children’s lives across the country.

We are forever inspired by our community of Good Eggs.

Your unwavering support for Humpty and our Wish List transforms once-impossible care into reality, swiftly and effectively.

Thank you for joining us on this journey; together we will continue to make a meaningful difference to kids in hospital and our dedicated doctors and nurses on the frontline.

Claire Reaney CEO & Managing Director

2023 Year in Review

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By Maggie Dent

Life can bring the greatest joys and moments of pure delight to parents. Sadly, it can also bring the toughest moments imaginable – like when your baby arrives too early. Instead of being able to cuddle her new little miracle, a mum has to surrender her baby to the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and watch on helplessly as these amazing humans work hard to keep her precious baby alive.

I had a tiny glimpse of this experience when my youngest son was born almost six weeks early and needed oxygen for a couple of days. And as a counsellor, I’ve worked with mothers who’ve had premmie babies – and who needed help to recover from the trauma they experienced. As their tiny babies recovered too, many mums struggled with irrational fears that at any moment something awful may still happen to their babies. These mums also faced profound guilt that they were unable to be the mother their baby needed – and that they’d failed in some way.

One thing that helps mums of premmie babies feel more empowered is being able to feed their child with their own breast milk. In the NICU, this is done with hospital-grade breast pumps, which make pumping easier and more efficient than using manual pumps.

MUMS SHARE WHY BREAST PUMPS HELPED THEM STAY CLOSE TO THEIR PREMMIE BUBS

Here, three mums share what that

Teagan, whose son Levi arrived at 24 weeks, remembers the mixed emotions she felt when he ended up in the NICU.

“That hurt, hearing the nurse tell me she’d be caring for him, because that’s all I wanted to do,” says Teagan.

“So the possibility of being able to provide milk was the only thing at the time that I felt like I was able to contribute

Cath, mum to baby Griffin, could also relate to this. She arrived in the NICU at 8am and sat by Griffin’s humidicrib until 7pm each night. “The days in the NICU are long, and my own milk supply for Griffin dropped off as the days went on,” she says, “but I religiously pumped every three hours, 24/7, for eight hours straight. That double breast pump became my best friend, and I was lucky enough to be able to borrow one from the hospital for home too, which I was so grateful for.”

After his challenging start to life, Cath’s son Griff has become a big supporter of Humpty, donating up to $12,000 worth of medical equipment, thanks to the help of his friends over the years. What a guy!

Pumping breast milk for her premmie twins was something mum Tara also gladly took on. “When you get to the point when you’re producing enough and can start to use a pump, you’re like, ‘Oh thank God’ – because it’s painless, it’s easy and it helps you start to naturally produce more. Plus, having twins, I needed to produce double!”

As these three mums have shared, spending your days in the NICU with an unwell baby – while recovering from birth yourself –is a really difficult and stressful situation to be in.

And if you want your baby to be fed with your own breast milk, having access to a pump is crucial – not just for helping babies survive, but it gives you a sense of purpose, and a way to maintain a physical connection with your bub.

The shortage of breast pumps in hospitals and neonatal clinics is putting new babies at risk. As mums watch their sick or premature babies fighting for life, isolated in humidicribs, many new mums want nothing more than to express milk so they can connect with and nurture their newborns.

When Humpty made a callout to hospitals to ask for breast pump submissions, more than 30 public hospitals replied, requesting 88 breast pumps. Two-thirds of these requests were from regional and rural hospitals who have even less access to this much-needed equipment – which hurts my heart. We must do better for all vulnerable babies, no matter where they live.

Collectively, we can change these statistics. It’s why I’m so happy to be part of the solution by supporting Humpty Dumpty’s efforts to help sick babies in hospitals right across the country. Together we can save lives.

Teagan, who craved to physically hold her unwell baby, agrees that pumping helped.

“There were times in the hospital when I’d feel, ‘I don’t want to be connected to a machine, I want my baby’ – but pumping was one of those things I could do for him,” she says.

For Tara, pumping was a bridge to building a connection with her twins. “I couldn’t hold them, but I was still helping them and it did foster a connection between us.”

And although it was a decade ago for Cath, having access to a breast pump in the NICU meant everything. “I won’t forget those heartbreaking early days of Griffin’s life. And after all that pumping, I successfully breastfed Griffin until he was two and a half! He’s ten years old now and doing so well,” she says.

Hearing these mums’ stories is just one reason why I’m a fan of Humpty’s Mother's Day Appeal and the Pumped for Life Campaign.

Humpty’s inaugural Pumped for Life Mother’s Day appeal fundraised for 88 hospital grade breast pumps requested by 33 hospitals across Australia.

The goal of Pumped for Life was to help care, support and give hope to new parents.

Humpty responded to the need across Australia, where a lack of access to breast pumps in neonatal clinics is putting new babies at risk.

A hospital-grade breast pump is vital for a new mother to express milk to feed her sick baby and ensure its ongoing well-being.

It provides a vital connection between mother and baby when physical connection is not possible.

Giving babies a better start at Monash Children’s Hospital

By Rebekah McLachlan

A blaring alarm can startle or shock even the most relaxed adult who’s not expecting it. But for a fragile, unwell baby lying in a humidicrib in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), the impact can be far more distressing.

Of course, alarms are essential for monitoring babies in the NICU – but there are downsides. The exposure to constant loud noises can potentially impact a newborn’s development and hearing. Not to mention cause anxiety for the parents sitting at their child’s side, who are already facing a highly stressful situation.

Bryley Conley, whose newborn son Masonn was in hospital for a long five months after he was born, remembered experiencing this first-hand.

“Sudden noises can startle infants and bring on stress and discomfort –and when monitor alarms sounded in the neonatal unit, it would disrupt the otherwise quiet environment,” she remembered

It’s one reason why Humpty, with the help of its generous donors, is partnering with Monash Newborn at Monash Children’s Hospital in Victoria on two projects that will bring a calmer, quieter experience to parents and bubs undergoing treatment and care in hospitals across Victoria.

The first project is all about looking at ways to reduce noise levels – and create that less stressful environment for premature and critically ill NICU babies. It’s an Australiafirst project in partnership with Monash Newborn, Draeger Australia, and Humpty’s generous donors, to fund research and technology to bring the project to life in its first phase.

These devices have alert messaging, giving parents alerts directly onto a wireless device, which eliminates the need for loud alarms in single-room or single-caregiver situations.

Along with creating a far less noisy neonatal unit, the ASCOM system also has the potential to improve communication and response times within the NICU team.

And it’ll will go a long way towards reassuring parents –especially when they’re alone with their bub, added Bryley.

“It’s great to know there’ll be a mechanism in place to monitor any issues when the nurse is out of the room,” she said. “It has the potential to ease some of the anxiety and uncertainty parents experience and allow them to concentrate more on bonding with their newborn.”

Further research on this project has included using sound ears to capture noise levels at the baby’s bedside, as well as doing interviews and surveys with staff and caregivers –and the next phase will look at the impact of the new model of care.

Masonn, newborn with Mum Bryley at Monash Quiet NICU

The other big challenge for neonatal units in Victoria is ensuring equipment isn’t old or outdated. After all, when you’re saving the lives of unwell babies, doctors and nurses need to be equipped for every emergency – and have the most modern medical equipment on hand.

Humpty’s involvement in a second initiative at Monash Children’s Hospital’s facilities includes replacing a fleet of aging resuscitation cots across Clayton, Dandenong, Sandringham and Casey Hospitals. The new lifesaving Resuscitaire cots are vital for newborns experiencing birth complications and can allow for a quicker and more effective response in an emergency. The specialised cots can also reduce the risk of errors during critical moments, say medical staff.

“It’s so reassuring to know that each room has a Resuscitaire ready – it gives peace of mind to both staff and patients,” said Rachel, a healthcare worker at Monash Health. “For parents, having access to the latest technology can make a world of difference.”

Bryley, whose complex birth involved son Masonn requiring resuscitation in the delivery room, said it was incredibly comforting to her to know that the medical team had access to cutting-edge equipment during those precarious moments.

“The delivery room is a critical environment where immediate and effective interventions can profoundly impact the health and wellbeing of your baby,” she said. “And thanks to the presence of modern resuscitation equipment, they were able to deliver the highest standard of care possible for our baby.”

It’s Humpty’s hope that these projects will have wideranging impacts for babies across Australian hospitals – and give parents and their little ones a better NICU experience overall.

Humpty’s currently seeking support for Stage 2 of the Monash Health project, which will include the upgrade of the ASCOM handheld monitors to more advanced technology.

For more info on the ASCOM Handheld Monitor initative, check out the Chairman’s Wishes on Page 12.

We are deeply grateful for your generous support towards implementing the ASCOM mobile devices with alert messaging in our NICU at Monash Children’s Hospital. Please know that your contribution is not just a financial investment; it’s a lifeline for our tiniest patients and their families. Thanks to you, we have started to create an environment where communication flows seamlessly between caregivers and medical teams, ensuring that every alarm receives the attention they deserve. By easing family members’ anxiety and reducing the stress on our little ones, you’ve made a profound impact on their journey to health and well-being. Thanks to your heartfelt gift, we can continue to provide the highest quality care.

Kate Duthie – Director of Clinical Operations

Nurse on duty at Monash Newborn

Masonn – Then and now

A message from Assoc. Professor Kath Browning Carmo

Humpty Board Director and Chair Medical Programs Advisory Committee (MPAC)

We often take it for granted that basic and necessary medical equipment is available in our hospitals and health services to care for sick children.

Sometimes health budgets are stretched so hospitals look to support from the Humpty Dumpty Foundation to provide lifesaving equipment like neonatal ambulances, incubators and ventilators as well as essential equipment such as pulse oximeters and jaundice detectors to care for young patients.

Humpty’s Wish List is a way for people to donate these essential items. Just like a treasure map, the Wish List shows what hospitals need. By donating, you can make sure every child gets the best care possible.

Our Wish List process is simple:

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The Medical Programs Advisory Committee is critical in reviewing equipment requests and recommending plausible submissions for Humpty’s Wish List.

MPAC Key Achievements in 2023:

• Rural Focus: 72% of equipment requests came from rural and remote areas, highlighting their critical needs.

• Expanding Reach: Supported 12 more health services across Australia than in 2022.

• Lifesaving Impact: Provided a wide range of equipment, from basic models to high-end ultrasound machines for remote areas.

• Innovative Projects: Supported research on quieter NICUs and supplied equipment for early detection of Rheumatic Heart Disease in remote Australia.

A hospital or health service identifies a high priority medical need where equipment can dramatically change or save the life of a sick and injured child. They reach out to Humpty for a helping hand.

Submissions are rigorously assessed by Humpty’s Medical Program Advisory Committee – comprised of senior representatives at the top of their practice in medical and clinical care from across the country.

Approved items are added to Humpty’s Wish List and published at humpty.org.au and showcased to supporters in the hope a ‘Good Egg’ will be able to help and donate.

Humpty orders all donated equipment for delivery directly to the hospitals. There is no middle man.

A donor plaque is affixed to the equipment recognising the generous support of the ‘Good Egg’. Where possible, feedback and photos are shared with the donor.

To grant some of the very special wishes that follow, scan this QR code OR contact Humpty on 1300 486 789 (1300 HUMPTY). wishlist.humpty.org.au

Humpty’s EOFY Appeal

Help Humpty to help sick kids in hospital by donating to Humpty’s EOFY Appeal.

Your tax deductable donation will help Humpty continue to provide urgently needed lifesaving medical equipment and services to hospitals and health services across Australia.

1.Use your camera to hover over the QR code below.

2.Click the link that appears and follow prompts to donate. or Please donate at donate.humpty.org.au

Help fulfil Humpty’s wish to ensure every Australian child has access to the healthcare they need, no matter where they live.

“We would like to thank The Vernon Foundation for their donation of the ATOM Infant Warmer. This piece of equipment has replaced an older Infant Warmer. It will allow us to provide treatment and care to premature and unwell babies in our Maternity Unit.

This piece of equipment is a welcome addition to our unit and with the demand on our service continually increasing it is most gratefully accepted.”

Karen Taylor, Nurse Unit Manager

Humpty Dumpty Foundation

Phone: 1300 486 789 (1300 HUMPTY)

Email: humpty@humpty.com.au

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Midwife Hannah from Echuca Regional Health, VIC and the Maternity Unit’s new ATOM Infant Warmer.