STATEMENT FROM THE FRASER COAST HOSPICE ASSOCIATION BOARD

The Board of Directors of the Fraser Coast Hospice Association wishes to formally advise that, following extensive consideration and ongoing engagement with key stakeholders and funding bodies, the organisation has resolved to appoint an Independent Administrator, with the appointment anticipated to occur on Wednesday 10 June 2026.

This decision has not been made lightly.

For the past 4.5 years, the Fraser Coast Hospice has provided compassionate palliative care and support to members of our community during some of life’s most vulnerable moments.

The Hospice has provided a home-like environment focused on dignity, comfort, and compassion for individuals and families navigating end-of-life care.

The Board acknowledges the extraordinary contribution of our staff, volunteers, supporters, donors, clinicians, and community members who have helped make this care possible.

Over recent months, the Board has undertaken significant efforts to explore pathways to maintain ongoing operations. This has included engagement with funding partners, detailed financial reviews, operational assessments, and consideration of multiple sustainability options.

As a not-for-profit organisation, Fraser Coast Hospice has long relied on a combination of government funding and significant community generosity to sustain operations and continue providing compassionate end-of-life care to the Fraser Coast community.

While we remain incredibly grateful for the State Government funding received, recurrent funding has historically covered only part of the Hospice’s operational requirements, with the organisation continuing to rely heavily on fundraising, donations, sponsorship, volunteer support, and broader community backing.

Despite these efforts, the organisation is facing increasing financial pressures that now require immediate consideration of future operational sustainability.

Following extensive consideration, the Board has made the difficult decision to move toward voluntary administration in the hope that a pathway may still emerge that enables the Hospice’s mission and care model to continue.

While administration is currently anticipated to occur on Wednesday 10 June 2026, the Board remains hopeful that further support or alternative solutions may emerge prior to this date.

The Board’s immediate priority remains ensuring that patients, families, staff, volunteers, donors, and stakeholders are supported compassionately and respectfully throughout this transition period.

Clinical services are anticipated to cease at close of business on Tuesday 9 June 2026, with transition planning focused on patient safety, compassionate communication, continuity of care, and responsible governance.

Sponsors of upcoming events, along with recent significant donors, will be contacted directly regarding available options and next steps.

We acknowledge this news will be deeply upsetting for many within our community. Fraser Coast Hospice has been built through the dedication, generosity, and belief of countless individuals over many years, and the significance of this moment is not lost on the Board.

We also acknowledge the emotional impact this announcement may have on staff, volunteers, patients, families, donors, and the broader community. We ask that all parties approach this period with compassion and respect for those directly affected.

Further updates will be provided to stakeholders as additional information becomes available throughout the voluntary administration process.

The Board remains committed to transparency, responsible governance, and compassionate leadership throughout this transition.

On behalf of the Board of Directors, we sincerely thank the Fraser Coast community for its ongoing support of the Hospice and its mission.

Ross Zelow
Chairperson
29 May 2026

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