Wattle Cottage

02/04/2026

Stop throwing money in the bin.

Drive up.
Use our code 👉 C11529189
Unload. Done.

Every can helps maintain life-changing medical equipment at Wattle Cottage.

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25/03/2026

💛 Say Their Name Day | 25 March 2026 💛

This Wednesday marks Say Their Name Day, a beautiful initiative by Red Nose Grief and Loss that brings families, friends, and communities together in remembrance, compassion, and connection.

Saying a baby or child’s name out loud is one of the most powerful acts of kindness we can offer. It acknowledges their life, their love, and the space they will always hold in our hearts.

At Paper Cranes Children’s Foundation, we understand how deeply this matters.

Today, we say their names…
Carmella, Callum, Joshua Daniel, Joy (Joey T), Maya, Mia, Madelyn M, Ryley, Maximillian, McKenzie, Madalyn C, Joey C, William, Jacob and the many other children we have known, supported, and had to say goodbye to far too soon.

Their legacy lives on through our work, supporting families in the community and building Wattle Cottage.
It lives on in the quiet, meaningful moments:
🌿 Checking on Joey’s wattles
📖 Reading treasured thank you and Christmas cards, again and again
🌹 Pruning the beautiful roses in the memorial alley
🤍 Caring for donated medical equipment that once supported little lives

These are more than memories, they are small but powerful reminders that love and compassion never leave us.

Their stories continue to inspire everything we are building, a place of care, compassion, and connection for families walking incredibly difficult journeys.

For bereaved parents, having your child remembered, spoken about, and honoured is not just important, it’s everything.

This March, Red Nose Australia is hosting Say Their Name Day remembrance services across the country. If you’re seeking a space to remember, grieve, and connect, we gently encourage you to attend a service near you or online.

💛 Say their name
💛 Honour their life
💛 Keep their memory alive

18/03/2026

Many families don’t realise this paediatric palliative care directory exists in Australia.

If you are supporting a child with complex medical or life limiting conditions, this directory can help you find services available in your state.

Paper Cranes Children’s Foundation is listed under Queensland providers in the national directory.

Sometimes the hardest part is simply finding where support exists 💛

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16/02/2026

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13/02/2026

💛✨ International Women’s Day High Tea ✨💛

This International Women’s Day, we’d love you to join us for a beautiful High Tea celebrating the incredible women in our lives, while helping create something truly meaningful for families who need it most.

This event is especially close to our hearts as it marks the inaugural fundraising event for Paper Cranes Children’s Foundation, brought together by a passionate team of women from across the world who share one simple goal: to make life a little softer, kinder, and more supported for children and families facing incredibly tough journeys.

It promises to be a morning of connection, conversation, and plenty of laughter, along with a signature High Tea experience featuring freshly baked scones, delicate finger sandwiches, and an array of exquisite pastries and cakes, all paired with premium loose-leaf teas. All shared with a community that genuinely cares.

📅 Sunday 8 March
🕚 11:00am – 1:00pm
📍 Devon Pixies
270 Jacaranda Ave, Kingston QLD 4114

☕ High tea & beverages included
🎁 Raffles to be won
👗 Attire: “Out for tea in yellow”
💵 $65 per head ($5 additional for dietary requirements)

✨ Why it matters
Every dollar raised goes directly towards getting Wattle Cottage open, creating a safe, supportive space for children living with complex medical and life-limiting conditions, and their families, to spend precious time away from home and hospital.

Simply by coming along, you’re helping bring that space to life and giving families the chance for comfort, care, and real respite when they need it most.

So grab your friends, dress up a little (or a lot with a splash of yellow 💛), and join us for a morning filled with heart, purpose, and community.

🎟️ Book now: https://www.trybooking.com/DJPPI

28/01/2026

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23/12/2025

22/12/2025

The holiday season can be a busy and overwhelming time of year for families.

If you know a loved one who may need a little extra support during this period, please know that Paper Cranes is here for you , 24/7.

While routines and services often change over the holidays, everyday needs don't take a break. With busier shops, full calendars and added end of year pressures, extra support can make a real difference.

If you or someone you care about could use assistance over the holiday period, please reach out, we're always here to help.

25/08/2025

Daffodil Day 2025 – August 21st

Today, Australians across the country come together to give hope to those impacted by cancer. Daffodil Day is about raising awareness, celebrating resilience, and showing support for people and families affected by this disease.

Cancer touches almost every family in some way — almost 1 in 2 people will be diagnosed by the age of 85. By spreading awareness and sharing the message of hope, we can help shine a light on the importance of research, care, and support.

Let’s come together this August to remember, support, and give hope.

Fundraise here: https://www.daffodilday.com.au/fundraising

12/08/2025

Our new utility room at Wattle Cottage is ready!
Thanks to the generous support of the Gambling Community Benefit Fund Queensland, Paper Cranes Children’s Foundation now has a fully functional utility room.
We’d also like to thank SKW Home Improvements , Double Tap Plumbing & Drainage , Smart Electrical Solutions QLD , First Class Tilers , and Galia (our Ikea flat-pack wizard) for bringing this project to life.
This new space will be used for in-house laundry and for cleaning and safely storing clinical consumables, helping us better care for the children and families we support.

12/08/2025

August 8th, we honour one of the greatest inspirations behind Wattle Cottage and the Paper Cranes Children’s Foundation — Joey.
Your memory continues to guide everything we do. Though you weren’t able to grow up alongside the wattles we planted with your beautiful family, your spirit is deeply rooted in all we nurture and build.
As we grow, we carry you with us — always by our side, always remembered. 💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛

12/08/2025

Main bathroom is officially complete! Minus a few minor adjustments 🥰