The Tewantin Noosa Branch of the Australian Red Cross celebrated another successful fundraising event with its annual spring Fashion Show on Friday 19 September at the Forum, Laguna Estate in Noosaville.
More than 100 guests gathered in style to enjoy a morning of fashion, music, raffles and a buffet lunch, raising almost $8000 to support Australian Red Cross Accommodation and Wellbeing Centres in Queensland.
Local boutique owner Trudy Doyle, of Thomas Street’s It’s All About Me, presented her trademark, easy-to-wear yet elegant fashions. Five Red Cross Branch members modelled the collection, captivating the crowd with their confidence and flair. The wonderful Vicki Baird’s skilful piano playing contributed to a lively atmosphere.
The day was made possible through the generosity of local sponsors and businesses, who donated an impressive range of door and raffle prizes – hampers, artwork, vouchers and four silent auction packages. Organiser Sue Anderson said the community spirit made all the difference: “Local support for Red Cross was fantastic. The wonderful donations delighted our guests and were key to our raising an amazing total.”
All funds raised will go directly towards planned upgrades to Australian Red Cross Accommodation and Wellbeing Centres in Queensland. Located next to public hospitals, these centres provide affordable, self-contained accommodation for patients and families – particularly those travelling from rural and remote communities.
The Branch expresses thanks to its many supporters including: It’s All About Me Boutique Noosaville, Utopia Rentals Noosa Heads, Sanctum Medical Noosa, Noosa Cruiser Restaurant & Bar, Stella Phillips; local Restaurants & Cafes – Lucio’s Marina, Sardo Noosa, Sum Yung Guys, Gusto Riverfront, The Stone Bowl, Barefoot Bar & Grill, Grenny’s, Noosa Surf Life Saving Club, Tewantin Noosa RSL, The Sanctuary at Acres; and Noosa Chocolate Factory, Noosa Oceanrider, Bunnings Noosaville, BWS Noosaville, Dan Murphy’s Noosaville, Noosa Golf Club, Oh Coconuts, Gibsons Noosa, Priceline Pharmacy Noosa Civic, LiveLife Pharmacy Noosaville, The River Read and Laguna Estate.
The Tewantin Noosa Branch runs fundraising events year-round to support Red Cross programs assisting people in need in Queensland and across Australia. Members also volunteer locally, visiting residents at NoosaCare Carramar and working with Youturn to assist people experiencing homelessness. The Branch meets monthly and warmly welcomes new members.
