17/10/2026
The Telethon WA event has officially kicked off this weekend and we cannot be more proud to have had to the opportunity to donate all of the bedroom furniture and mattresses to this years 2026 WA Telethon Home.
What’s it all about?
"The Channel 7 Telethon Trust, known commonly as Telethon, is an annual telethon established in 1968 by philanthropist Sir James Cruthers and Brian Treasure. It is produced by Channel 7 Perth, a television network in Western Australia. Funds raised through Telethon is currently granted to 161 beneficiaries, all united with a mission to improve the health and well-being of children in Western Australia. It’s the highest donating Telethon (per capita) in the world, with it surpassing A$770 million in total in 2025.
The televised event runs continuously for 26 hours across metropolitan and regional Western Australia on Channel 7 and 7plus (nationally). Held in October, it aims to raise funds for its beneficiaries through donations from individuals and corporations, as well as special fundraising events held throughout the year.
Each year, a group of children is chosen to represent all those who benefit from the funds raised. Since 2010, these children have been known as the ‘Little Telethon Stars’.
Talent from Seven Network shows such as Home and Away, 7NEWS, Sunrise, The Morning Show, The Chase Australia, Better Homes & Gardens and more – travel to Western Australia for Telethon Weekend to entertain the audience, visit sick children at Perth Children’s Hospital, take phone calls and take part in the 26-hour broadcast marathon.
International legends:
In addition, music guests are also a big part of the weekend. Over the years, performers during Telethon have included Sir Cliff Richard, Harry Connick Jr., Whitney Houston, Stevie Wonder, Tina Turner, Julian Lennon, Sammy Davis Jr., and Celine Dion. In recent years, past finalists from Australian Idol have also made appearances during the event, joining local acts and sporting stars.
Where the money goes:
The Telethon Trust is proud to help fund more than 100 beneficiaries through over 300 grants, supporting vital services, community programs, pioneering medical research, and providing specialised equipment for sick, vulnerable, and disadvantaged children across Western Australia. When you donate to the Channel 7 Telethon Trust, 100% of your contribution goes directly towards funding grants for beneficiaries that support these children.
The Trust is a Western Australian based not for profit charity and has Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) status in Australia and as such all donors are entitled to a tax receipt and a full tax deduction for donations over $2."
We are thrilled to have been able to contribute to this years home which funds will go towards helping WA families. We encourage everyone who has the circumstances to make a donation, whether large or small, it all makes a difference 💛
