Wish Experiences

For Kiara, getting outside for the first time in 3 weeks was an unexpected gift. To share it with her family at Southbank transformed it into a memory that will…

It was back to where it all began for Linda ⛱️  Joined by her children, sister, and extended family, Linda was reunited in the area she grew up in and…

Who can resist sunny days, fresh air and wide-open fields?  Not Liz! Her wish was to spend time with her family at Windy Acres Lavender and Bee Farm.   Joined…

A wet and wonderful Wish at Australia Zoo for Jane. Jane is very fond of giraffes, having had an incredible experience feeding the residents at Dubbo Zoo in years gone.…

Family wishes are always filled with love and laughter.   Sherrie’s wish was to have an array of family portraits with her husband, sons, daughters and 11 grandchildren at her favourite…

A truly magical wish was fulfilled this past Sunday.   As a guest at Katie Rose Cottage Hospice, her wish was to listen to her favourite singer Xaiver Rudd play her…

Home is where the heart is.    Like most wishes Ambulance Wish curate, Maree’s wish was simply to visit her home in South East Queensland.    A beautiful and heartfelt wish,…

A special wish for Ms M. Joined by her family, Ms M was treated to a catered luncheon at Robina Hospital Palliative Care Unit. The star attractions was a poached…

Kangaroo Point Cliffs, a wonderful wish location for Robyn. Joining Robyn on this picnic was her parents, her daughter Elise, brother Michael, Sister Jen and other extended family. Wow! Overlooking…

James, alongside his daughter Celine and friends Brian, Heather and Gabby, has a special place in his heart for Noosa River. He has always seen the river as close personal…

The sun shone on a very special family day out at Lakeside Park.  Anthony was joined by his wife Catherine and their family Isabella, Jasper and Kael; all of whom…

Palliative Care Queensland is excited to announce that Katie Rose Cottage Hospice have joined Ambulance Wish Queensland as a Palliative Care Service Partner, a partnership commemorated by making Deborah's wish…

Piper Joe McGhee, a friend of Ambulance Wish QLD, last week supported a last wish for the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital palliative care service. The soothing symphonies resonated through…

Robert, who goes by Ray, was Ambulance Wish’s 4th wish in 2024. His wish?  A simple and heartfelt visit to his local coffee shop attached to the Redlands Church of…

On February 11, Dynes' wish saw him celebrate a family lunch at The Maroochy Surf Club. Surrounded by his Brother, Sister-in-law, her sister, and his Niece, Dynes revelled in moments…

Bruce’s wish took him back to the place that sowed the seeds for a lifetime of surfing and travel. Accompanied by his wife, Angie, their three children, Rachelle, Sophia and…

To watch your children get married is a feeling like no other. It can bring parents immense joy and happiness, as they watch their children embark on a new chapter…

Christmas, a season that revolves around creating memories and cherishing moments with loved ones, held a special place in Janet’s heart. It came to no surprise to her family that…

The Spectacle Garden, with its carefully planned layout and vibrant floral displays, has become a popular attraction within Roma Street Parklands, so it was no surprise to Lee’s family that…

Palliative Care Queensland is excited to announce that Mater Health Services – Cancer Care, are our newest Ambulance Wish Queensland Specialist Palliative Care Service Partner. This means that patients who…

Ross celebrated his birthday with a down-to-earth party at the Bribie Island Hotel. Joined by his wife Julie and a crew of 20 close friends and family, they descended on the hotel, a…

On the 21st of November 2023, Ambulance Wish Qld in collaboration with Story Dogs Queensland successfully fulfilled a family's wish to capture special memories. Accompanied by three charming and beautiful…

For Malcolm, a life-long fisherman, spending the morning casting a line off the Wynnum Jetty was what mattered most for his last wish. Even the wind and the looming chance…

Robert’s wish was simple; to spend time with his partner Elaine and friends while overlooking the Manly foreshore. On a beautiful Spring morning, Robert’s friends from Brisbane and Toowoomba joined…

Darryl's last wish was to leave the hospital and visit Burleigh Heads Beach with his mother Janet and his family members Matthew and Josh. The weather was perfect, as the…

On Friday 29th September, Barry’s wish to see his home one more time and spend the morning with his family was fulfilled by Ambulance Wish Queensland. Barry enjoyed a morning…

Ian had considered Shorncliffe his home for a remarkable fifty years. Alongside his cherished wife, Eileen, and their beloved family members – Neil, Teresa, Rob, Mandi, Jodie, Brodie, and Jyden…

Karen, a mother of three, had her lifelong dream come true with the help of her children Sunny, Daisy and Samuel. Karen’s children remember growing up with the sounds of…

Marion’s bond with her best friend Kerri-Anne and her daughter Sonia is unbreakable and to commemorate their friendship and love, Marion’s wish was for all of them to get “Forget…

Des’s wish was simple: to have a picnic in the park overlooking Bramble Bay with his family and friends. It was a wish that had taken root decades ago, back…

Today marks a heartwarming milestone for Palliative Care Queensland, as its signature program Ambulance Wish Queensland fulfils its 100th wish. Since its launch in 2019, the program has touched the…

For Rick, fishing has always been a source of solace and serenity and the prospect of casting his line off the Redcliffe Jetty filled him with anticipation and joy. Surrounded…

Beverly, affectionately known as Bev, has always been a die-hard fan of the Brisbane Lions. With a strong passion for the sport, Bev has never missed a game and considers footy…

For many, home is where the heart is and often this extends far beyond four walls and out into the garden or patio of their home. It was here that…

A mother’s love knows no bounds. A heartwarming Last Wish was fulfilled for Adriana, a young mother whose greatest desire was to spend time with her three young children. Thanks…

Patricia, lovingly known as Trish, is a beloved member of the Blackbutt community. As such, her wish was to celebrate her life surrounded by the people she has touched so deeply.…

Carol’s most cherished wish was to relive beautiful memories of times spent with her beloved family and friends enjoying fish and chips on the tranquil shores of Bribie Island.  Accompanied…

Dianne had always dreamt of experiencing the magic of Cirque du Soleil. With the help of Ambulance Wish Queensland, Dianne and her two sons were able to attend the mesmerizing…

Ambulance Wish Queensland fulfilled another wish last week in partnership with Queensland Children's Hospital Specialist Palliative Care Service.   Noah’s father, Jadyn, is a passionate Brisbane Lions fan, while his mother,…

Jean has always loved animals, holding a special torch for the animals of the African Savanna, so it was no surprise to know Jean’s idea of a perfect wish was…

Patricia’s wish was to visit her daughter’s home overlooking the Glass House Mountains. As Patricia sat in the garden supported by her daughter Rosemary and grandson Timothy, she took in…

Rik, a seasoned motorbike racer, had a heartfelt wish to visit his home and see his treasured motorbikes one last time. Born in Germany, Rik had begun racing bikes at…

With memories of having won the 2022 Friday Night League Championship with his cousin Matty, Robin was warmly welcomed back to watch the competition at Aspley Ten Pin Bowls Club…

While Cheryl has been a North Queensland Cowboys member since 2016, she has not yet had the opportunity to watch her beloved team play at the new Queensland Country Bank…

Russel’s wish was to watch his favourite NRL team, the Brisbane Broncos play at Suncorp Stadium with his family. However when Russell become unable to travel the Ambulance Wish Team…

On a picture-perfect Queensland winter’s day, Shannon wished to create forever memories with her family and friends by enjoying a morning by the sparkling waters of Manly Foreshore. Shannon spent…

They say, the best things in life are the people we love, the places we’ve been, and the memories we’ve made along the way, and for Barry, returning to Deep Water Bend Reserve to…

To return to her childhood home that had been in the family for over 5 generations, was what Valma had been wishing for the most. Sitting out on her favourite…

For many of our Wish Recipients people and places are at the heart of their wish as they connect with the things that mean the most to them. For Malcolm,…

For Steven (lovingly known as “Fred”), the smell of freshly cut turf and the sound of a bugle sounding the first call of a horse race was the one thing…

For Nicole, her wish was all about bringing joy and a smile to her 4-year-old son’s face. With this in mind, Ambulance Wish Queensland was happy to work with Brisbane…

  Like many Queenslanders’, Nancy is a proud and passionate Bronco’s supporter, having supported the club since their entry into the NRL in 1988. Her excitement was visible for all…

Brian was a three-time premiership winning Assistant Coach for the Magpies – spending 22 years at the club in various roles and nothing could mask the joy and fulfilment he…

There are few sounds as rousing and emotionally moving as the those of Scottish Bagpipes. Melodies with the power to carry you to distant shores, imparting a feeling of weightlessness…

William Smith, better known as Bill, is one of a few rare individuals in life for whom supporting his community, helping others and being a wonderful human being is just…

To feel the warmth and love of our family and friends as they gather around us, discussing our shared memories, connections, and experiences, is a privilege that many of us…

There is a tangible beauty in enjoying a picnic by the water, as you listen to the waves of the beach rippling ever so gently alongside you. As Jonathan and…

Many of our wish recipients love nothing more than getting up close and personal with nature, and for her Wish, Michelle wanted to head to Wildlife HQ Zoo at the…

For many of our Wish Recipients, people and places are at the heart of their wish as they connect with the things that mean the most to them. Things that…

Many of Gianna’s (Gigi’s) memories are connected to her love of movies and at the top of her movie watchlist is My Neighbour Totoro, a Japanese animated fantasy film by…

Joined by mum Jan and stepfather Shaun, brother Nick, sister-in-law Caitlin, Aunt Julia, Uncle Sam, cousins Hannah and Sian, friends Josh and Lindy, as well as his wonderful support worker…

On Monday 27th February, for her Wish, Mary wanted to take a trip to King’s beach to do something that brings a smile to all of our faces when we…

Annette is one of those lovely people you are fortunate to meet in life who just knows how to have fun, so for her Wish, we were not surprised that…

On Wednesday 8th February, with the sun shining and a cool sea breeze, it really was the perfect day for a beachside wish. With Alison, son Josh, daughters Eden and…

For Lewis, there is something special about being close to the ocean, and as a long-time surfer, many of Lewis’ fondest memories were created riding the waves on his board…

Memories forever are what we try to create through Ambulance Wish Queensland, and we were thrilled to create an album’s worth of wonderful memories for Rachel and her family with…

From festive feasts to a family BBQ, the gathering together of those we love over a shared meal is at the heart of many of our forever memories. With conversation…

For Arna, home and family have always been at the heart of her world, and for her Ambulance Wish, she wanted nothing more than to go home and spend some…

There is something magical about a Queensland sunset as the glorious reds, oranges, and yellows transform the landscape and create a stunning backdrop to any activity. And for Jeanette, watching…

Queenslanders love our outdoor lifestyle, and why wouldn’t we? Blessed by a warm climate and spectacular nature, for many of us, our homes extend beyond four walls and into the…

Christmas is a time for creating memories forever and for spending time with those closest to us as we celebrate the holidays and the end of another year. It is…

Spending time with the people you love is central to our lives. The connections, shared memories, companionship and love are at the heart of family and friendship, and this is…

Who doesn’t love the magic of movies? Who doesn’t love thrilling, adrenaline-pumping rollercoasters? Who doesn’t love the two combined? Natasha’s children do, so for her Wish it was all about…

There is something about us Queenslanders that draws us to the beautiful beaches that stretch along the coast of the Sunshine State, and for her Ambulance Wish, Marilyn wanted to…

Uncle Bill’s Wish Was To Be Reunited With His 1999 Sunshine Coast Rugby League 2nd Division Jersey. With the help of Queensland Rugby League Sunshine Coast Area Manager Nathan McLean,…

Chris loves action and adventure movies, especially those moments of adrenaline-fuelled action where the hero does the impossible. So, on Chris’s birthday Ambulance Wish Queensland made the impossible possible, enabling…

Philip has many loves. Family, home, gardening, dogs and cars and today it was Ambulance Wish Queensland’s pleasure to enable Philip to visit his home to spend time enjoying his…

There is no place more comforting than home-sweet-home and this was the case for Ross and his wish to transport his elderly mother, Eileen, to his home to enjoy a…

Surrounded by stunning plants and flowers in the courtyard of Metro North HHS -  The Prince Charles Hospital, Jacelyn and her beautiful family took the opportunity to create memories forever…

For Amanda, a trip to the Zoo with her children was the perfect way to create memories forever that will last a lifetime and having never visited Australia Zoo before…

For movie buff Diane, immersing herself in the thrills, spills, action, or romance of a good movie is something close to her heart and has always been a central part…

For many Brisbane families, memories forever have been created at Rocks Riverside Park and for our latest Wish recipient Fi and her family that is certainly the case. Visiting the…

On a beautiful Brisbane winter day, Tameka’s Wish was to capture memories forever with her loved ones with a family photo shoot. Joined by mum Ingrid, children Shannesse, Zairah, Bella,…

Thank you to our wonderful wish team John, Angela and Alicea for fulfilling this last wish and creating forever memories forever. Thank you to St Vincent’s Private Hospital Brisbane for…

We all know that home is where the heart is and for Christine that is certainly true, with an important part of her life being those special family get-togethers and…

For local rugby league fan Mark, there was only one possible wish that he could ask of Ambulance Wish Queensland; to see his beloved North Queensland Cowboys play at Queensland…

To launch our Ambulance Wish Queensland Townsville Hub it was our pleasure to treat Townsville University Hospital Palliative Care Unit patients and loved ones to a special lunch. Our wish…

For Armed Forces Veteran Paul, there was one bucket list item that he never ticked off in his time in the military – a flight in a helicopter, something he…

Places have special meaning for us all. We can all picture one special place that means so much to us; a place where we have lived life, created memories forever…

Rodney’s family mean the world to him. On a beautiful sunny Brisbane day, Ambulance Wish Queensland’s privilege was to enable Rodney to spend time surrounded by those he loves, celebrating…

Kienan loves being surrounded by friends and family, enjoying good times and laughter in good company. His wish was to spend time with his family and mates, outside of the…

For many of us, home is where the heart is, a special place where we feel safe, secure and somewhere where we make forever memories. That is undoubtedly true for…

For Darrell, there is nothing more special than sharing a moment with one of man’s best friends. Undergoing care at home with St Vincent’s Community Palliative Care, Darrell was moved…

For animal lover Bruce, there was only one possible destination for his Ambulance Wish, Australia Zoo, where he wished to share a magical animal encounter with his wife Jenny and…

For Shukri, family has always been a central part of her life, but for Shukri’s family, like many families with members spread across the globe, the COVID-19 pandemic has meant…

Proud father of the bride Grant together with his lovely wife Tina hatched a special wish which was to surprise their newly married daughter Kylie and husband Rob at their…

Anyone who has ever owned a pet knows just how much love they bring into our lives. From man’s best friend to our fantastic felines, we are conditioned to love…

Aunty Edna's wish was to return to one of her ancestral countries, Minjerribah (Stradbroke), the island of the sun and sea spirits, and to walk with her family on the lands in which her father and other family members rest…

Leanne's Wish was to reach the highest heights in Australia, which meant ascending the mind-bogglingly tall Q1 tower on the Gold Coast for a trip to the SkyPoint Observation deck.…

For Peter, there is something special about catching up with friends and family, enjoying a yarn, putting the world to rights and enjoying each other's company. A highlight of every…

Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary has long been an icon of Brisbane, with visitors attracted to the picture-perfect reserve in the hope of creating forever memories as they encounter members of…

On a picture-perfect Queensland winter's day, Ray wished to create forever memories for his family and friends by enjoying a spectacular afternoon of celebration by the sparkling waters of Wynnum.…

After 50 years together, raising a family, sharing the ups and downs of life and the joys of a loving relationship, Linda wished to create forever memories for her family…

Located on the Albert River, the Eagleby Wetlands are home to more than 200 native bird species, melaleuca wetlands, a freshwater lake, woodland, and cane fields. They are one of…

There are few sounds that stir the soul of a Scot more than the rousing sound of the bagpipes, and for Stephen, Ambulance Wish Queensland made his wish to hear…

For four generations of animal lovers, a Wish came true today as Ambulance Wish Queensland granted Leigh’s wish to take her family on a spectacular day out to SeaWorld on…

For retired baker Pascal, the key ingredients for his Ambulance Wish were  a trip to the beautiful Manly foreshore with his beloved wife Karen, brother Michel, friends and family. And…

Lynette’s wish was to visit her home in Dayboro and have lunch with her family

Jessica’s wish was to take her three children to Movie World. Jessica was able to enjoy seeing her children smile while the Movie World team went above and beyond. They…

Shirley’s wish was to capture the memories of her childhood days skating at the Redcliffe Rollerdrome. Amanda Maystone-Towell created a beautiful poem for Shirley

A visit home to spend some time with a much-loved pet helped Ambulance Wish Queensland to create forever memories for Amy and her family.  Growing up on ten acres, Amy was always surrounded by animals,…

As Sophie and Zoe spent an afternoon being captivated by Princess Elsa, forever memories were created for a loving mum who wanted her girls to be the centre of her…

For Daniel Cho, moving to Brisbane began a love affair with the region that culminated in a wish to visit Redcliffe’s Suttons Beach and create forever memories with his family. Originally from Hong Kong, Daniel moved to Brisbane…

For Andy Clarke sharing a cold beer and eating his favourite creamy chicken and vegetable pie at Wellington Point with his family, close friends and work colleagues was the perfect…

Former Queensland AFL grand final hero Ross Whyte had his last sporting wish granted today when he made one last visit to the hallowed turf at The Gabba – the…

Ambulance Wish Queensland made a last wish come true today, creating forever memories for Joan, a daredevil, community champion and tireless volunteer, who wanted to take a trip on the iconic,…

Ambulance Wish Queensland made a last wish come true today, creating forever memories for Sayuri and her beloved husband Mike. Sayuri’s wish was to visit Wellington Point, a place that…

On the 9th November 2020, Ambulance Wish Queensland created forever memories for Man Wah who wished to visit Mt Coot-tha and take in the breathtaking views. When the Ambulance Wish…

A passion for fast cars, riffing on a guitar and morning teas that involve ‘anything bad for you’ are not the first things you may associate with a long time…

For four generations of a Brisbane family, forever memories were created from a last wish from matriarch Naomi Puf, who desired nothing more than to spend time with her daughters,…

When Trevor was a child, he had dreamt of flying… of soaring above the clouds in one of the planes he so adored. He wanted to be a pilot but…