"We understand they are fundraising for a new children's playground and so we want $5000 spent on a piece of equipment that young people in Turangi can enjoy."
The parents say it is now difficult to assess the incident's future impact on their daughter's life.
The balance of the money left from Operation Turangi - of which $13,000 came from the Turangi community itself - will be devoted to her well-being and future development.
"One day we want to return to New Zealand with our family - we want our son and daughter to see what a beautiful country this is and realise how much love, care and attention your country gave us.
"We must make mention of the people at Waikato Hospital. What they've got is very special and it is something we have not seen in Europe. Everyone including management, doctors, nurses, mental health staff, social workers, receptionists, telephone operators, attendants, those in the mailroom and so many more all showed compassion and worked together as a team to help us.
"Donating money to purchase paediatric equipment is a small way we can thank them."
They also wished to thank Victim Support, Air New Zealand, Juicy Rentals, AVIS, the Taupo Tourist Board, NZ Holiday Park Association, Ventura Inn in Hamilton, their hosts in Dunedin, Queenstown, Hamilton and Takapuna, the Turangi community, the children who gave up their Christmas gifts and money for their daughter, those who sent presents and messages of support, and all who donated to the Operation Turangi fund.
