Proceeds from the event will go towards purchasing a Giraffe Incubator that will help clinicians, patients and families in the neonatal intensive care of newborns.

“This machine provides a developmentally appropriate environment for the infant while decreasing stress for families and simplifying procedures for the clinician and I know it is something our hospital deserves,” hospital auxiliary spokeswoman Vera Smith said.

The fair will take place on Saturday, May 2, from 9am to 1pm with loads of stalls and activities the entire family can enjoy and comes with an open invitation for the broader community to be involved.

“We are asking for the community’s support to ensure the fair is a success and we raise the needed funds to purchase the Giraffe Incubator,” Mrs Smith said.

“We are looking for donations of articles for the Trash ‘n’ Treasure, books, magazines, jewellery, cakes, sweets, produce, tools and garden plants and products as well as pre-loved clothing.

“Even seeds in an envelope, provided they have the name of the plant they grow into, really sell well and we would love them.”

She says groups can set up stalls to raise money but they have to pay a $20 fee, while those who only have a  display, can set up free of charge.

Food and drinks will be for sale, emergency services personnel and vehicles on display, visitors can have their own personal health checks, an animal nursery will operate on the grounds and the youngsters will enjoy the face painting and clowns, hoop-la stalls, not to mention the entertainment.

Donations and stall bookings can be made by calling Marilyn Watson at Singleton Hospital on 6571 9202.

Preparations for the major are well in hand and it is to held in the hospital grounds. 

There will offer something for everyone – young and old.

To celebrate 83 years of service by the Hospital Auxiliary and 45 years of Pink Lady involvement, a book will be on sale the during the Fair. 

Auxilary member Ron Stokes says the purpose of the book is to honour the efforts of past members of the Hospital Auxiliary and Pink Lady groups; to recognise the contribution of current 

members and to use this as encouragement to ensure this important work continues into the future. 

“Equipment needed at the hospital is wide-ranging and often expensive,” he says.

“By supporting the Hospital Auxiliary Autumn Fair we can all make a contribution towards our comfort while in hospital, and also help the hospital staff in their care for us. 

“Please set aside the date.”