Over the weekend, the Whitsundays region welcomed 10 Starlight Children’s Foundation children from across Australia, for a jampacked weekend full of fun, laughter, and non-stop entertainment.
The Starlight Children’s Foundation marked their 13,000th Starlight Wish, banding together with Virgin Australia to create ‘Happiness Island’ on Hamilton Island.
Starlight endeavour to provide a sick child with the chance of happiness, of something fun to look forward to and to create wonderful memories with their loved ones.
The 13,000th wish recipient was 15-year-old Lara from Canberra, who was diagnosed with Osteosarcoma.
This was her first wish, and she wished for a relaxing family holiday at Hamilton Island.
Lara was joined with nine other children, between nine-years-old and 21-years-old, and their families.
“At Starlight we recognise being sick shouldn't mean missing out on the happiness of childhood,” said Starlight CEO Louise Baxter.
“Happiness is one of the strongest determinants to how we perform in education, employment, and long-term healthy life behaviours.
“For 35 years, Starlight has been granting children their life-changing Starlight Wish.
“These adventures create lasting memories and provide a sense of hope when it is needed most,” she said.
While on Happiness Island, the children had a sunny beach barbeque, a chance to head to Whitehaven beach, a bowling and pizza night, and a fantastic fireworks show.
For the remainder of 2023, Starlight will complete over 700 wishes, with 12 set to travel to Hamilton Island.
The team from Starlight, their 10 special guests and their families landing on ‘Happiness Island’. Photo supplied
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