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Ride For TelethonCommentsPremiumFather-son duo raise over $34K for Telethon

A WA actor who has raised more than $34,000 for Telethon during his mammoth motorcycle ride across WA with his father stopped in Manjimup last week.

Ben Loughran

Digging deepTelethon Stars’ message to generous West Aussies

The Little Telethon Stars who led the record-breaking $62 million fundraising effort last weekend say they are thrilled to have been a part of Telethon history.

Kate Purnell

Community spiritVideoCommentsParliament pays tribute to another massive Telethon

Prime Minister Scott Morrison and Opposition Leader Anthony Albanese both praised the record-breaking funds raised for sick kids.

Lanai Scarr

EditorialCommentsPremiumNot even COVID can break the spirit of WA’s Telethon

Prime Minister Scott Morrison, who was unable to attend due to COVID restrictions, summed up the sentiment of Telethon when he called it ‘a true celebration... in an absolute West Australian style.’

Eyebrow raiserVideoSpud King shaves eyebrows and raises $300k for Telethon

WATCH: Telethon has seen its fair share of eyebrow-raising stunts but Spudshed king Tony Galati cropping his iconic ‘caterpillars’ for charity is one of the best — and bushiest.

Simon Collins

Unbelievable achievementVideoCommentsTelethon raises whopping $62 million for sick kids

The fundraiser’s spirit of giving reached remarkable levels, with West Aussies from all over the State opening their hearts — and wallets — for those in need.

Charlotte Elton & Simon Collins

Huge resultTelethon smashes fundraising record with half hour left

Telethon 2021 has broken its own fundraising record, reaching a whopping $48 million with half an hour remaining in the broadcast.

Charlotte Elton

Absolute show-stopperVideoTelethon 2021 draws to close with stunning show

The closing show of Telethon 2021 has kicked off with a bang, with a showstopping performance from Gina Williams and Guy Ghouse.

Charlotte Elton

Good vibesCommentsThousands descend on magical Telethon Family Festival

Optus Stadium has been transformed into a fiesta of fun as thousands of families checked out live entertainment, rides, activities and food-trucks at the 2021 Telethon Family Festival.

Charlotte Elton

Groundbreaking researchCommentsHow your Telethon donation could give Ava a better life

Telethon-funded research is putting WA at the cutting edge of treatment for a rare neurological disorder — one that may help a child like Ava have a better quality of life.

Charlotte Elton

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The day my piano accordion solo made it to Telethon

Most kids get an electric guitar or drums from their parents when they show any aptitude for music. I got a piano accordion.

Joe Spagnolo

‘Incredible night’Little Telethon stars steal show on opening night

Perth’s biggest stars united to raise money for Telethon last night — but it was the littlest stars that stole the show.

Charlotte Elton

‘It’s always hard’CommentsParalympian opens up on death of fellow Telethon star

Paralympic gold medallist Ben Popham has spoken out about his sadness at the death of Savanna Addis — his fellow 2011 little Telethon star.

Charlotte Elton

Amazing milestonePM’s donation helps Telethon crack $400m overall mark

After 54 years of fundraising, Telethon has reached the $400 million milestone — tipped over the line by a big donation from the Federal Government.

Charlotte Elton & Sarah Steger

PICTURE GALLERYCamera IconPremiumWA’s most influential VIPs hit Telethon Ball red carpet

WA’s most powerful and influential people have gathered together for Perth’s most prestigious black-tie event, the annual Telethon Ball, at Crown Towers. SEE THE RED CARPET PICTURES

Donate nowVideoCommentsTelethon 2021 kicks off with stunning opener

Telethon has kicked off with a bang as some of WA’s favourite sports, TV and music stars join forces to raise money for WA’s sickest kids.

Charlotte Elton

Tweet successVideoCommentsBirds of Tokyo to open Telethon marathon

Birds of Tokyo frontman Ian Kenny and bandmate Glenn Sarangapany will play as a stripped-back duo at Crown Theatre for tonight’s opening show for Telethon.

Simon Collins

EditorialVideoCommentsGenerosity of West Aussies on full show during Telethon

It is a word that has become synonymous with so much of what is good about this State. Telethon.

Give generouslyVideoCommentsThis brave boy’s battle is why every dollar matters

Under the beanie and behind the smile is the story of brave TeKoa and his first 199 days in hospital. His story is why we open our hearts to Telethon.

Charlotte Elton

Telethon weekendThe Perth playgroup changing lives for the better

Every Friday morning, Colin Moore Community Centre in Gwelup is a hive of activity. It’s the home of a weekly playgroup organised by Down Syndrome WA and funded by Telethon.

Charlotte Elton

gold Logie winnerRove’s first Telethon appearance a big bucket-list item

Rove McManus says one of his bucket-list items will be ticked off this weekend as he joins Telethon for the first time.

Rangi Hirini

Bright starCommentsFrom Telethon Kid to Paralympic gold medallist

He’s the Paralympic superstar of Perth’s northern suburbs but elite swimmer Ben Popham doesn’t take a minute of his good fortune, family backing, talent or hard work for granted

Laura Newell

Breath of lifeCommentsTelethon research may save ‘millions’ of prem babies

An innovative research program could help save ‘millions’ of premature babies from deadly lung diseases.

Charlotte Elton

Telethon 2021Animal cuddles bring a smile to sick kids

It was smiles all round as the children from Hannah’s House played with the bunnies and cuddled the guinea pigs.

Charlotte Elton