In the heart of Mackay, an organisation dedicated to making a difference has been quietly supporting regional patients traveling to Townsville for leukaemia treatment. The Queensland Freemasons Village, managed by the Leukaemia Foundation, stands as a comforting haven for hundreds of patients who have journeyed to Townsville Hospital for treatment over the years.
With deep roots in the community, Calen Hamilton Lodge, in collaboration with Mackay, Moranbah, and Proserpine District Lodges, and Hand Heart Pocket, stepped up last year to provide significant support to the Village. Together, they donated just over $40,000, contributing to the renovation of the gym with new carpeting and the purchase of 18 TVs and dining tables, ensuring each room in the accommodation precinct was comfortable and inviting.
The longstanding partnership between the Freemasons and the Leukaemia Foundation dates back to 2002 when they jointly financed the construction of the original nine units. Recognising the increasing demand, they collaborated again in 2013 to add additional units. Mackay District Masonic Lodges have been unwavering in their support since the Village's inception, ensuring the units are well-maintained, and the families who utilize them experience a high standard of comfort during their stay.
Among the generous donors is Mrs. Alma Blake, whose late husband, Bro John Blake, has inspired her ongoing support to Calen-Hamilton Masonic Lodge for the benefit of the Townsville accommodation precinct.
“It is always very moving to hear from families who are going through a stressful period, thank the Freemasons for their support to be able to stay at the Village for long periods of time at no cost for their loved one to receive treatment at the Townsville Hospital," Mackay Freemason Graham Townsend said.
"It has always been a great pleasure to work with the Manager Marie Morris for the last 21 years and Marie keeps us informed of what is required for the units from time to time to keep the units of a high quality," he said.
L-R: Wor Bro Ray Graham Walkerston 482, RW Bro Graham Townsend
OSB Calen-Hamilton 395, Manager Marie Morris, MW Grand Master Jeff Harper
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