About Us

CQShines Hospital Foundation is committed to improving healthcare services in Central Queensland, raising vital funds for medical equipment, professional training, and resources not covered by government funding. Our mission is to support public hospitals and health facilities in Central Queensland, ensuring they have the tools to deliver exceptional care for patients and their families. This year, we’re focused on the ground breaking Virtual Surgical Teladoc system—an Australian-first initiative that connects local doctors with specialists in real time during critical situations and emergencies. This life-saving technology will close a dangerous gap in rural healthcare by dramatically improving surgical outcomes, potentially saving lives. This system will also reduce some of the need for patient travel, ensuring immediate access to expert care right here in our community.

About the Event

Join us at the Boots and Bling Gala for an unforgettable night of live music by Luke Geiger, exciting auctions, raffles and 3 course dinner—all to raise the $150,000 needed to bring this pioneering technology to life. The funds raised will directly impact over 30,000 residents of Emerald and the Central Highlands community, transforming the level of care available in our region. By attending, you're not just supporting an event—you’re helping save lives and build a healthcare system that our rural community can depend on for generations to come. Your support is essential to making this vision a reality, and together, we can provide the care our community deserves.

How you can help

If you'd like to be involved by becoming a Sponsor, donating a prize, or making a donation to the Teladoc, please contact us at info@cqshines.org.au

PLEASE NOTE: If you'd like to be seated with guests purchasing separate tickets, please email amitchell@cqshines.org.au, and we'll be happy to accommodate your request.

THIS EVENT IS FOR PERSONS 18 YEARS AND OVER.