# Telethon charity activities in Western Australia

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/telethon-charity-activities-in-western-australia
> Updated: 2026-10-18T12:29:00.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 3.

The 59th annual Telethon charity event in Western Australia has achieved a new fundraising milestone, raising a record-breaking $101,277,705. This total surpassed the $100 million mark following a $5 million donation from Telethon Trustees Kerry Stokes and Christine Simpson Stokes. With this latest result, the organization has raised more than $850 million to date for medical and research beneficiaries assisting children facing illness, disability, and disadvantage.

The 26-hour marathon broadcast, held at the RAC Arena, featured an expanded national reach as its opening ceremony was aired live across Australia on Channel 7 for the first time. The program included musical performances by artists such as Jessica Mauboy, The Ten Tenors, Mark Vincent, and members of The Wiggles, alongside traditional segments like lip-sync battles and the late-night Slumber Party.

In addition to the live broadcast, fundraising efforts included a collaborative project between Telethon, Blueprint Homes, and the Satterley Group. This initiative produced a specialized Telethon home in the Upper Swan region of Clementine, which raised $1,305,000 for sick children.

## Claims

- Organisers are planning an extensive program for this year's Telethon. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Telethon raised more than $90 million for charity last year. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The live telecast runs from 7pm Saturday until 8:40pm Sunday. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Jessica Mauboy will perform live at RAC Arena at 7pm to start the event. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The annual 26-hour charity event in Perth has been running for 58 years. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The Wiggles stars Tsehay Hawkins and Lucia Field are participating in Telethon for the first time. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-10-18: Telethon raises record $101 million for Western Australian children

Western Australia's annual Telethon fundraiser has set a new record, raising over $101 million to support medical research and services for children facing illness and disability.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/telethon-raises-record-101-million-for-western-australian-children

### 2026-10-16: Telethon expands broadcast reach for 59th annual charity event

Perth’s iconic 26-hour Telethon charity event is broadcasting its opening ceremony live across Australia for the first time, featuring major musical acts and aiming to surpass last year’s $90 million record.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/telethon-charity-event-returns-to-perth-for-58th-year

### 2026-10-02: Telethon provides special experiences for Western Australian children

Telethon provided a luxury day at Crown Perth for three Western Australian children facing medical challenges, featuring appearances by Mason Cox and Premier Roger Cook.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/telethon-provides-special-experiences-for-western-australian-children

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