Western Australia's Telethon raises record $101 million for sick children
WA's Telethon 2026 raised a record $101 million, breaking the $100 million barrier for the first time.
Western Australia's Telethon 2026 raised a record $101 million, smashing through the $100 million mark for the first time in 59 years. The money will fund medical equipment, research and support for sick and disadvantaged children across the state.
At a Telethon brunch, a Perth mother shared her story of her five-year-old son who died from leukaemia after 350 hospital nights. Pamela Campbell spoke of watching Home and Away each night at 7pm on the ward as a way to mark survival through each day.
A nine-year-old Telethon star with a rare breathing condition brought joy to supporters throughout the weekend. The Telethon Ball alone raised $25 million in one evening.
- $101 million
- Record raised
- $100 million
- First time over
- 59 years
- Years to reach it
- 350 nights
- Hospital nights
Why it mattersThe record haul means more families get support during medical crises and more research funds go toward saving children's lives.
AustraliaWA children and families facing serious illness gain access to better equipment and services, and the state's community spirit around health care strengthens.
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