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MEDIA RELEASE – Governor-General Hosts NORTH Foundation’s 5th Anniversary, Honouring Healthcare Innovation and Community Generosity

By November 21, 2024No Comments
Gilbert Lorquet and Sam Mostyn AO

The NORTH Foundation, the only charity that supports an entire NSW Health district, is set to celebrate its 5th anniversary with a special event hosted by Her Excellency Ms. Sam Mostyn AO, Governor-General of Australia. This milestone event, themed “Shaping the Future of Healthcare for All,” will honour the NORTH Foundation’s transformative work in advancing healthcare and medical research across the Northern Sydney Local Health District (NSLHD).

The evening will bring together supporters and clinicians who have empowered the NORTH Foundation to deliver groundbreaking achievements. These include the recent establishment of NORTH STAR VNP, Australia’s premier cancer clinical trials centre, which the Governor-General launched in August. This partnership between the NSLHD and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Centre in New York will fast-track clinical trials to patients here in Australia. NORTH STAR VNP was made possible through donor generosity and reflects the NORTH Foundation’s vision of health innovations that benefit people beyond just the local community.

The NORTH Foundation proudly supports the Northern Sydney Local Health District (NSLHD), one of Australia’s leading health districts known for its exceptional clinicians. From pioneering research to life-saving treatments, the NSLHD continually sets new benchmarks in healthcare innovation. Through philanthropy, the NORTH Foundation enables these clinicians and researchers to advance medical discoveries and improve outcomes for patients locally and globally.

“We are honoured to have the Governor-General hosting our celebration, a testament to her dedication to advancing healthcare in Australia. Her Excellency’s focus on improving health outcomes for all Australians reflects her deep commitment to service and community wellbeing.”

“The Governor-General’s presence highlights the critical role of collaboration in driving meaningful change. Together, we are inspired to advance our work and continue shaping the future of healthcare for all,” said Gilbert Lorquet, CEO of the NORTH Foundation.

Australians who believe in the power of philanthropy to impact healthcare and medical research are encouraged to support the NORTH Foundation.

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Amelia Seeto, Director of Marketing and Communications
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