Kids First

After COVID called time on large events in the last two years, it was with great joy that Kids First was able to stage its annual Lunchtime Rumours Feast on Friday the 5th August.

Sponsored by 3AW and once again held in the splendid surrounds of the Plaza Ballroom, the event's 420 attendees ensured Kids First's major fundraiser was a smash hit, generating in excess of $280,000. The funds raised will support Kids First's myriad services for children, young people and families; each designed to ensure all kids have the bright futures they deserve.

Hosted by Jacqui Felgate this year’s ‘Rumours Feast’ was fit for a king, with the event opening with an Elvis tribute from Marcus Jackson and Matt Dwyer on guitar that had the crowd bopping in their seats.

Kids First’s CEO Aileen Ashford was interviewed by 3AW's 'John Silvester, ahead of a screening of a video about 'To Future Me'. Designed by the experts from Kids First's sexual abuse counselling and prevention program, To Future Me is a digital learning platform, designed to educate Year 8 students about consent and healthy relationships. Launching next month, it will be available Australia wide and is a first of its kind for the organisation.

Kids First patron and 3AW Breakfast co-host Ross Stevenson was in fine form, and led a very entertaining discussion with Sam Pang, before being joined by 3AW Breakfast co-host Russel Howcroft, along with Jon Anderson, John Silvester, Jacqui Felgate and Peter Ford. All things Melbourne were on the table, including Jon declaring his prediction for who will take out the 2022 AFL Premiership. He's tipped the Cats.

A live auction closed out the day, with nearly $150k raised for purchase of items that were generously provided by the event sponsors.

Kids First is incredibly grateful to all those who showed their support and belief in the work we do by attending the day, and to the event sponsors who gave so generously. We also salute the tireless efforts of event organisers Leonie McNicol and Jeanette Finegan and the phenomenal support of our patrons Elaine Marriner and Ross Stevenson. Without their involvement the Lunchtime Rumours Feast would not be possible.

Photos from the event can be viewed here

MAJOR SPONSORS

3AW 693, Marriner Group, De Bortoli Wines, Elaine & David Marriner and Family, Marriner Group Staff, CHANEL Bertocchi Smallgoods Pty Ltd, Jayco, Kieser, Mercedes-Benz Berwick.

Master of Ceremonies Jacqui Felgate

3AW BREAKFAST TEAM

Ross Stevenson, Russel Howcroft, Jon Anderson, John Silvester, Peter Ford, Mark Davidson, Damian Tardio, Luca Gonano, Emilia Fuller, Cushla Travers

Event Partners

Andrea Mayers, Anita Sharma, Armadale Dance Studio, Australian Football League, Bill Gibbins AM – Jericho Cup Warrnambool Pty Ltd, Calendar Cheese Company, Caroline Dall, Clare Lombardi, Craig Howard – Mercedes Benz Berwick, Craig Jackett – Emit Capital, Cydnie Wood, Davin Magee, Declan Murphy, Elaine Marriner, Finegan Family, Gerry Ryan, Hawthorn Football Club, International Artisans of Florence, Jesse Davidson - Centonove, Jim Davidson - Photography Studies College, Jo Lane, Katie Murphy, Kerry Ryan, Koko Black, Margaret Farquharson, MECCA, Melbourne Football Club, Meyer Cookware Australia Pty Ltd, Mitchelton Winery, My Local Broker, Platinum Providore and Northern Wildcatch Seafood Australia, SEW Eurodrive, Reece, Richmond Football Club, Rob Sinclair – E & S Trading Co Pty Ltd, Sam Pang, Sarah Fallshaw, Sarah Young, Smiggle, Steve Abbott – Jellis Craig, Tennis Australia, Tony Smith - Kieser Australia, Vince Gurciullo - De Bortoli Wines.

3AW Lunchtime Rumours Feast 2022 a smash hit!

$280,000 raised for Kids First!

After COVID called time on large events in the last two years, it was with great joy that Kids First was able to stage its annual Lunchtime Rumours Feast on Friday the 5th August.

MAJOR SPONSORS

3AW BREAKFAST TEAM

Event Partners