WinkyWillRecovery

Good Friday Appeal 2026

Give for the kids!

I'm making a difference this Good Friday Appeal, and I need your support.

We all know firsthand the life-saving work of The Royal Children's Hospital. They provide world-class care to seriously sick kids, and my goal is to help them continue that mission.

Every dollar we raise has an impact. This is our chance to ensure thousands of children get the special care they need—this year, and in the future.

Please donate generously and help me reach my target. Let's do something GOOD for the kids.

The Good Friday Appeal has been raising funds for sick kids and their families at The Royal Children’s Hospital (RCH) for 95 years.

Through the generosity of the community, the RCH continues to deliver world‑class, comprehensive care.

Every dollar donated supports:

  • Ground‑breaking research
  • State‑of‑the‑art equipment
  • Training and unique patient‑centred care programs

In just one year (2024–2025), hundreds of thousands of kids were cared for:

  • 85,415 appointments for urgent and essential care in the Emergency Department
  • 53,450 admissions to a ward, where children and young people received expert, compassionate care
  • 15,106 surgeries, paving the way for brighter futures
  • An incredible 456,000 outpatients seen — that’s an average of 1,250 appointments a day

By supporting this fundraiser, you are part of the impact, helping children live their best possible lives.

Please help make a difference and share this page with your friends, families, and networks.

Thank you for giving for the kids.

with heart

My Updates

We've created this page for Will to be able to share his recovery story with the amazing love and support from the RCH.

Friday 6th Mar

Late last year Will was involved in a serious surfing accident at Point Impossible, Torquay, where he was struck by another surfer and their surfboard, resulting in a catastrophic head injury. Will underwent two surgeries, extensive rehabilitation, and spent a month recovering at the Royal Children’s Hospital. The entire team at the RCH were amazing and we want to be able to show our appreciation by supporting the Good Friday Appeal. Thanks Clare, Steve and Will X

Recent Donations

$64.67

Janine And Stuart Womersley

Well done Will xxx

$33.15

Ruby Mcwilliams

$106.12

Dupal Family

$100

Naunton Family

$106.12

Ray Jackson

$72.01

Oliver Shepherd

Thought this amount would be optimal for wink

$106.12

Anthony Perkins

Inspiring recovery and story of strength and resilience

$33.15

D Owen

$54.12

Pernilla Eklund Allan

Grateful. In awe. Go Will!

$54.12

Matt Dore

$54.12

Bron O'brien

Hi Will, wishing you the best of health and every success for the future. The RCH staff are the most amazing bunch who work their magic when needed. Take care, Bron

$54.12

Bec Stembridge

Amazing recovery!

$50

Moi Kenna

Great job Will! Xx

$33.15

Kostense Family

$54.12

Aaron Hughes

Great work Will!

$106.12

Mark Schubert

Well done Will, with your amazing recovery. I loved your story shown during the RCH Good Friday Appeal.

$33.15

Anonymous

$106.12

K&h Edwards

$33.15

Lennon

$54.12

Jennie Valente

Keep bringing the joy Will 🤩

$106.12

Jones’ Xxx

Well done Will x

$54.12

The Andersons

Great work on the fundraiser Will.

$106.12

Justin Forssell

A very serious incident mate. All the best with your recovery.

$200

Jp And Claire Paitaridis

Will - well done for raising funds for The Royal Children's Hospital. An amazing cause that supports kids. You should be proud of your efforts. JP and Claire

$60

Peter H

$106.12

Heather Stone

So pleased to be able to support this fabulous hospital.

$27.81

Belinda Mcneil

So glad you are ok Will, regards, Belinda McNeil

$64.67

Nicola Hardeman

$106.12

Ben Auchettl

Thankyou RCH!

$64.67

Michael Waring

$106.12

Martin Krauskopf

Wishing you all the best Will. Keep surfing with your dad, he's a good man :)

$106.12

Sophie Prentice

Love that something positive is coming from your journey Will, Steve and Clare!

$54.12

Alison Van Wyk

Best wishes Will.

$200

Liza

What an amazing place filled with staff that are absolutely incredible. We are truly blessed to have such an outstanding hospital.

$263.75

Brett Barons

All the very best Will

$64.67

Neil Roberts

$54.12

Jacqui Edwards

$33.15

Jessica Cameron

Yewww good on you Will! 🤟

$80.25

Mary C

RCH, Such an amazing hospital. Hope you reach your target Will 😊

$54.12

The Slatters

Go Willis

$106.12

The Nicol Family

$52.92

Appel Family

$54.12

Will Stadelmann

$106.12

Marianna Karageorgiou

Great care for a special young man

$263.75

The Pooles

Great work Will!! I’m sure you will smash your target. Looking forward to seeing the Bourkes on the TV!!

$106.12

Helen And Ged Bourke

$64.67

Jennifer Poole

$103.72

Fleur

You’re a star Will. So brave, so courageous. Fleur xx

$211

Kokkinos Family

$263.75

Dave Allen

$33.15

Luke Allen

$250

Will Bourke

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