AMBULANCE Wish Queensland has marked a significant milestone, granting its 200th Wish in Wynnum to a courageous woman battling terminal brain cancer.
The moving occasion brought joy and emotion to the life of Robyn, who, surrounded by 60 family members and friends, was able to renew her wedding vows with her husband, David, at Whale Park in Wynnum.
Robyn, who has been living with life-limiting brain cancer, had long dreamed of reaffirming her love and commitment to her husband after 43 years of marriage.
That dream became a reality in a ceremony that was both heartfelt and moving.
State Member for Lytton Joan Pease said it was an honour to be in attendance.
“It was a touching ceremony and an emotional day capturing the love and life of this beautiful couple. It was hard not to get teary,” she said.
“Thanks so much to all the wonderful Ambulance Wish Queensland staff for their work and kindness on this special day.”
The journey to Whale Park began at Logan Hospital, where Robyn was transported in a specially equipped ambulance.
As the couple arrived at the park, the scene was set for a beautiful reaffirmation of their vows, filled with tears of joy and love.
As Robyn and David exchanged their vows once again, the couple shared a kiss to seal their enduring love, marking a beautiful chapter in their life.
Family and friends celebrated their love story.
Since its establishment in 2019, Ambulance Wish Queensland, the signature program of Palliative Care Queensland, has made it possible for Queenslanders with life-limiting illnesses to fulfill final wishes, giving them the opportunity to create lasting memories with those they hold dear.
Palliative Care CEO Louise O’Neill said the 200th Wish marked a significant milestone and demonstrated the community resilience of Queenslanders helping Queenslanders.
“Ambulance Wish Queensland is a reminder of the importance of social connection and making every memory matter.
“With 39,000 Queenslanders dying each year and over 27,000 of those having an expected death, palliative care is an essential part of ensuring each person has the best comfort and support to the very end,” Ms O’Neill said.
