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Stories and news from Ronald McDonald House Northern NSW, our families and supporters.

Strength in community

Our House was more than just a place to stay for Indi and her family; it became their safe haven.

A week to reconnect at the Family Retreat

Sammy and his family enjoyed a week of reprieve, staying at our Ronald McDonald Family Retreat; reconnecting after a tough 14-months.

Knights Strong pledges $2 million to expand Ronald McDonald House Newcastle

Knights Strong, the community arm of The Wests Groups’, transformational pledge will help expand support for families with seriously ill children.

MacDougall family’s $2 million commitment to families with sick child

Having heard stories of people with sick children having to sleep in their cars at John Hunter Hospital, former Newcastle Knights star, Adam MacDougall, and his wife, Belinda, wanted to give back and change lives.

WATCH: An unbreakable friendship

Best friends, Indi and Logan, have a friendship like no other. Watch their interview with NBN News and hear about their sweet friendship.

Smiles for families during Country Music Festival

The Tamworth Country Music Festival brought a spectacular show of support for sick kids and their families at our House in Tamworth.

Community support during the festive season

A big thank you to our incredible community of supporters, partners and volunteers - giving generously over the festive season to support families with sick kids.

Moments of joy for families at Retreat

Our Family Retreat Toy Library made Jordan and his sister, Hope's, stay with us all that more special.

Families enjoy meals ‘Cooked with Love’

Our new program, 'Cooked with Love', is helping keep families with a child in hospital fuelled to tackle their child's health journey