# Kane Cornes Telethon marathon fundraiser

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> Updated: 2026-10-10T08:25:35.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2.

AFL legend and broadcaster Kane Cornes is undertaking a dual marathon challenge to raise funds for Telethon, a charity supporting sick children in Western Australia.

The challenge involves running the Perth Running Festival marathon, followed four days later by a second 42km marathon around Rottnest Island. Cornes will be joined by several figures, including Western Australian Premier Roger Cook, while commentator Luke Hodge is set to participate by skydiving over Rottnest during the second run.

The total funds raised from these efforts are expected to be announced during the 59th annual Telethon, scheduled for October 17-18 at RAC Arena.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-10: Kane Cornes to run double marathon for Telethon fundraiser

Broadcaster Kane Cornes will run two marathons in five days in Perth to raise money for Telethon, supported by figures like Premier Roger Cook and Luke Hodge.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kane-cornes-to-run-double-marathon-for-telethon-fundraiser

### 2026-10-04: Kane Cornes to run two marathons for Telethon charity

AFL broadcaster Kane Cornes will run two marathons in five days, including the Perth Running Festival and a run around Rottnest Island, to raise money for Telethon.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kane-cornes-to-run-two-marathons-for-telethon-charity

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