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Koala Kids volunteers provide small things for children and young people during cancer treatment

When a baby, child or young person under the age of 26 is diagnosed with cancer, life-saving treatment starts immediately. This throws every aspect of family life into chaos and puts schooling, jobs, hobbies and family relationships at risk. Koala Kids purpose is to bring happy moments to children and young people during cancer treatment and alleviate the stress on their families and healthcare teams. Since 2005 Koala Kids has been providing relevant and meaningful programs and activities not offered by any other charities to families with children with cancer. We have received generous donations and in kind support from benefactors who believe in what we do such as Korjo, Suncorp and Provincial Home Living. Independent research in 2020* revealed that the families highly value what we offer. One of our respondents put it this way, “You bring joy to kids’ lives who are going through such a horrible illness. The little gifts can make a child’s treatment day easier to cope with and are a great distraction.”

For more information on Koala Kids and our programs, please visit koalakids.org.au

01/11/2026

Meet our team!

Olivia Lesar
Koala Kids' Admin Assistant

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30/10/2026

The Koala Kids Gala Lunch held earlier this month at Lucia Melbourne to support children and young people during cancer treatment.

📸 by Ten Acres Agency | Luxury Wedding Photography & Videography

29/10/2026

The Koala Kids Gala Committee is thrilled to announce that the lunch held earlier this month at Lucia Melbourne raised $105,000 to support children and young people during cancer treatment 🤎

Thank you to our presenting partners Kay & Burton and SHADES for their generous continued support, and to our event partners whose support made the day possible Channel Capital, Chadstone Ford and McLardy McShane Insurance Group, along with all of our event supporters who helped make the event such an incredible success.

Styling by Louisa Curtis using pieces generously provided by long time Koala Kids supporters Slide Productions - Event Hire & Styling. Ch*****ne provided by Ch*****ne Pommery AU, cocktails provided by Curatif

📸 by Ten Acres Agency | Luxury Wedding Photography & Videography

28/10/2026

For the AFL Grand Final last month, we ran an guernsey colouring competition.

Check out some of the winning designs.

Thank you to all the families that got involved.

21/10/2026

Meet our team!

Jess Bucci
Koala Kids General Manager.

Swipe along to learn more about Jess!

18/10/2026

Have you purchased your tickets in Koala Kids 2026 Raffle yet!?

Raffle ticket sales close this Thursday 22 October at 2 pm. You don’t want to miss it!

Swipe to see the 18 incredible raffle prizes on offer, from some of Melbourne’s most-loved brands.

And the best part? Every raffle ticket purchase helps Koala Kids continue to provide happy moments for children and young people during cancer treatment 🧡

To purchase your tickets, head to the link in our bio.

15/10/2026

Not long to go now! Tomorrow afternoon, the Koala Kids Gala Committee, together with Kay & Burton and SHADES, will host a lunch at Lucia, raising funds to create happy moments for children and young people during cancer treatment.

The Kay & Burton Live Auction continues to be a highlight of the Koala Kids Gala Committee events. This year's auction promises a range of money-can't-buy experiences, luxury travel, art and more.

The celebration will continue after lunch at Kiki's Tavern, where guests can enjoy the private function area.

Swipe to see the items on offer in this year’s Kay & Burton auction.

14/10/2026

This month Koala Kids turns 21, and we’re going big!

The Koala Kids Ladies Lunch and Gala Committees have joined forces for our biggest raffle and online auction yet. You don’t want to miss it!

18 raffle items from some of Melbourne’s most-loved brands, and an online auction with more than 20 items and experiences across dining, fashion, wellness, entertainment and lifestyle.

Swipe for a preview and head to the links below to buy your raffle tickets or make a bid:

Raffle 🎟 https://www.raffletix.com.au?ref=muxyy
Online Auction 🔨 https://www.zeffy.com/en-AU/ticketing/koala-kids-2026-gala-committee-auction

04/10/2026

The Koala Kids Gala Committee is back with another incredible event lined up this month, a lunch at Lucia Melbourne presented by Kay & Burton and SHADES 🤍

Keep an eye out for the amazing online auction! All funds raised from the event and online auction help us provide happy moments for children and young people during cancer treatment.

Thank you to our event Presenting Partner Kay & Burton SHADES and Event Partners Chadstone Ford McLardy McShane Insurance Group Channel Capital alongside our event supporters Ch*****ne Pommery AU Curatif and Louisa Curtis

01/10/2026

We’re delighted to be the charity partner of the "Forever Young at Heart" Children’s Art Exhibition being held in Kew on 10th and 11th October 2026.

The exhibition will give young artists the opportunity to showcase their creativity, experience the excitement of exhibiting their work and, through the Young Artist Booths, even run their own little stalls selling their artwork and creations.

What makes this exhibition especially meaningful is that the young artists are being given the opportunity to use their creativity to help other children and families.

Proceeds raised through the exhibition will be donated to Koala Kids Foundation.
A huge thank you to the students, families and organisers!

Address

441 Auburn Road
Hawthorn, VIC
3122

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+61385894812

Website

http://koalakids.org.au/

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