Telethon celebrities bring joy to Perth children's hospital wards
Television and sporting celebrities visited Perth Children's Hospital on Saturday, creating moving moments for children and families ahead of Telethon's broadcast.
Just hours before Telethon's 26-hour broadcast began at RAC Arena, TV stars and sporting legends toured hospital wards. Non-verbal 10-year-old Timmy, a huge Emma Memma fan, clapped and hugged her, communicating in sign language.
Shaun Versace said it was the happiest his son had been in a long time. Emma Memma was moved to tears.
'You're actually seeing children that benefit from people coming together,' she said. Seven-month-old Emily Waters, born weighing just 400 grams and on a ventilator for eight weeks, received a visit from Sunrise presenters.
Her father said Telethon funds help Perth Children's Hospital offer world-class care. Other children met Home and Away actors and AFL stars.
Former Hawthorn champion Shane Crawford, who walked the wards handing out gifts, said meeting struggling infants puts everything in perspective.
- 26 hours
- Broadcast duration
- RAC Arena
- Broadcast venue
- 10 years old
- Timmy's age
- 400 grams
- Emily Waters birth weight
Why it mattersTelethon raises vital funds for children's hospital care, and personal visits show families the real human impact of community fundraising on children facing health crises.
AustraliaPerth Children's Hospital, partly funded by Telethon, provides world-leading care to WA children. This weekend's 26-hour broadcast raises money for equipment and facilities.
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