Former Premier Mark McGowan auctions Rottnest Island boat trip
McGowan is offering a day trip for five on his new boat to raise money for children's charity.
Mark McGowan, the former Premier, is offering the highest bidder and four guests a day trip to Rottnest Island aboard his custom-built Lux 8m. McGowan, a former naval lieutenant, will skipper the crossing and serve lunch at a local pub.
The trip is one of several luxury packages being auctioned at Saturday night's Telethon Ball to raise funds for sick and disadvantaged children across WA. Early bidders are already competing for the experience.
All money raised stays in WA and goes toward children's research, equipment and services.
- Custom-built Lux 8m
- Boat model
- Lieutenant, Royal Australian Navy
- Previous military rank
- 5 people total including bidder
- Trip capacity
- Saturday night Telethon Ball
- Fundraiser event
Why it mattersTelethon funds vital health services and research for children; the auction is WA's biggest annual fundraiser for the cause.
AustraliaWestern Australians will see proceeds go directly to local children's health programs and research that has transformed thousands of families' lives.
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