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25.01.2022 What a star! Richmond premiership captain Trent Cotchin knows all about winners and has congratulated one of our own wish kids 10 year old Noah for his efforts in raising awareness and money for the condition he lives with: mitochondrial disease. Noah, who finds it difficult to walk, walked 1km as part of an Australian-wide walk for mitochondrial. Cotchin said in a social media post Incredible effort Noah!!! Well done mate.... Check out Noah on 10 News First Melbourne talking about his mitochondrial walk. https://bit.ly/30Ptg32 To read more about Noah and his condition head over to his page: Noah Barlow, and to see his amazing veggie patch wish check out our website https://bit.ly/3akQi4X

25.01.2022 Is there anything more magical than a video call with a unicorn? 8 year old wish kid Charlotte and her sister Eve dont think so .... and we know that Thumbelina the unicorn adored meeting them too! #WishWednesday

23.01.2022 Charlie loves his sister Khloe. Charlies muscular dystrophy means his muscles are weak so Khloe will help dress her brother. However, like most siblings, they can butt heads. Charlies wish was for a robot to help keep Khloe out of his bedroom, the times he doesnt want her in there. Check out the video below to see the moment Charlies wish for a robot came true. His smile says it all! And read the full story of Charlies journey here: https://bit.ly/3jwakxw

23.01.2022 It’s Black Friday today and there are bargains to be had at every turn! Not much comes close to the satisfaction of getting your favourite shoes or shirt at a discounted price. But you can turn the day into a Feelgood Friday, with a simple swipe for the Make-A-Wish Raffle! With some stunning prizes, you could win big and help wishes come true this Christmas! There are $10k of prizes up for grabs in the Make-A-Wish Raffle supported by mwave.com.au... First prize: Full gaming PC set up Second prize: Gaming PC Third prize: $1,000 mwave voucher PLUS $50 mwave vouchers for 20 lucky winners! Tickets just $5 and on sale until 5pm Friday 11 December. Don't miss out! See full t+cs on website. Residents of SA and WA are not eligible to enter. https://bit.ly/3m6ZUpi

23.01.2022 To mark Mark-A-Wish Australia’s 35th birthday this month, we are revisiting some of our most inspirational, uplifting wishes and the amazing people who make them happen. Today we share Tara’s story. Diagnosed with bone cancer at age 13, Tara ultimately had her leg amputated to save her life. For her wish, brave Tara met international superstar Selena Gomez in 2016. Now 4 years on, Tara has big plans and is grateful for Make-A-Wish’s impact. I think Make-A-Wish does change lives. Going through treatment, there’s so much darkness and Make-A-Wish is like this immense brightness. My wish was just testament that there are so many people out there who care, who are willing to support you and bring happiness into your life." Read Tara’s story and her plans for the future: https://bit.ly/3pwBuHQ

21.01.2022 Meet the Wish Man of Adelaide! Frank Jackowiak helped start the Adelaide Branch of Make-A-Wish in 1986. And in 2020 he's still doing his bit to make life-changing wishes come true. As part of Make-A-Wish's 35th Birthday, we shine the spotlight on Fantastic Frank! Read his inspirational story: https://bit.ly/3kksv8A

21.01.2022 Funsized Fundraisers! 12 year old Ava gets her craft on by making the most colourful and cute scrunchies with proceeds going to Make-A-Wish! We couldnt make wishes come true without the amazing support of fundraisers like Ava...youre amazing! Are you fundraising for Make-A-Wish? Make sure you tag us as we would love to hear from you! Every bit helps make wishes come true for kids with life-threatening illnesses.

21.01.2022 Why do giraffes leave early for work? To avoid giraffic-jams! We love this pic of Annabelle on her wish last year getting up close and personal to one of her new giraffe friends at Dubbo Zoo Annabelle, 7, wanted to learn about all her favourite animals on her wish, and she did just that - she even fed a tiger! When asked if she was scared at all when she fed the tiger she said "I was too excited to be scared!" We love that

21.01.2022 The self-described luckiest kid in the world, former wish child Owen Bowditch, has big plans as an adult, including helping not-for-profits. https://bit.ly/31388af

21.01.2022 Meet 11 year old Christian, who was born with cystic fibrosis. Christian’s days start at 5.45am when he gets up and takes his Ventolin. Shortly after, he has physio and then enzyme replacement capsules with his breakfast. He has taken over 100,000 tablets in his life. Christian keeps his spirits up by thinking about his wish: a brand new BMX bike with all the bells and whistles. Read about Christian’s BMX wish and how you can help, here: https://bit.ly/36ij3iJ

21.01.2022 Meet Lexie, the 7-year-old who is hoping to replace her memories of chemotherapy treatment with fun-filled snow memories. And her number one thing to do once she sees snow for the first time ever? It’s to build a snow angel. Read Lexie’s inspirational story: https://bit.ly/3muCM3X #WishWednesday

21.01.2022 Hoppy Throwback Thursday to Hudsons wish 3 years ago for the ultimate Rabbitohs experience Hudson, who is fighting d-2-hydroxyglutaric aciduria, is now 7 and still LOVES all things Rabbitohs! Although Hudson is non-verbal, his family talk to him about his wish and his experience meeting all his favourite players, and it never fails to bring a huge smile to his face

20.01.2022 Elysha, whose wish to swim with a dolphin came true in February, wishes you a fin-tastic Friday Mum Melissa said the memories from the wish trip would last forever for Elysha, who was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia. "Elysha had the best time away, and it really felt like we were just a normal family," Melissa said.... "We got to forget about the last two years and enjoy this time away. An experience we will never forget." See more

20.01.2022 Former baker Lester Rogers has been raising the profile of Make-A-Wish since he helped form the Bundaberg Branch in 1988. In the latest in a series of stories for our 35th birthday highlighting some of Make-A-Wish Australia's most inspiring people, meet likeable Lester: https://bit.ly/36rm2E5

20.01.2022 Renee Gani fought her own cancer battle before starting a journey to raise cancer awareness in the community. She brought her insights to Make-A-Wish 18 months ago when she joined the fundraising and events team. Read Renees inspiring story: https://bit.ly/3kRjLso

19.01.2022 Have you got your tickets for the Make-A-Wish Raffle? Its closing soon - get yours before August 2! With $10k worth of holiday vouchers up for grabs, you could win a much-needed holiday and help wishes come true. 1st: $5,000 holiday voucher... 2nd: $3,000 holiday voucher 3rd: $2,000 holiday voucher All vouchers are valid for 3 years! Purchase your raffle tickets NOW to be in the running! https://bit.ly/339YsvA

18.01.2022 We just wanted to take a moment to say an enormous thank you for all the wonderful birthday wishes we received on our 35th birthday from all our friends, partners and supporters. We felt the love all day!

18.01.2022 Today we flashback to a little boy who had his wish come true and the LEGENDS who made it possible! You might remember Aiden, who in 2015 became an army officer for the day. Aiden’s wish was only possible thanks to the champions at the 2nd Combat Engineer (2CER) Regiment, based at Brisbane’s Gallipoli Barracks. Diagnosed with non-Hodgkins lymphoma when he was nearly four years old, Aiden underwent several operations to treat and eventually remove a tumour. But now the 12-y...ear-old is loving life. Aiden is still in remission, and his favourite things to do are playing soccer and swimming. The 2CER Regiment is also flying high, celebrating its 10th birthday this month! The soldiers have raised a massive $160,000 for Make-A-Wish in that time. #TuesdayThrowback See more

18.01.2022 Artist Summah has painted a picture in her mind of her wish! The 14-year-old loves painting in watercolours and wants to go to the Northern Territory and see Uluru. She also yearns to learn more about Aboriginal art and culture. Summahs wish trip has been interrupted by COVID-19. We need your help to ensure all our #WishesAreWaiting can come true. With #EOFY just around the corner, theres never been a better time to help https://bit.ly/2YDAF4J

17.01.2022 Did you know each of our wish kids get their own rare and wonderful wish coin? It's something they can hold onto throughout their journey as a reminder to keep thinking about their wish until it comes true. Say hello to 6-year-old Aysha with her huge smile & super special wish coin. We can't wait to hear about your awesome wish Aysha!

17.01.2022 We are so excited to announce that our amazing volunteer Louise Borg from Western Sydney Branch has made it through to the finals of the Westfield Local Heroes Program! Voting for Westfield Local Heroes is open until the 14th September and we would love for all of the Make-A-Wish community to jump on and vote! The outcome of the community vote will determine the final 3 successful Westfield Local Heroes for Westfield Parramatta, who will each be awarded a grant of $10,000 ...for their affiliated organisations to continue their community work. To vote, just head to the Westfield Paramatta webpage: https://bit.ly/2YBzodX and scroll down until you see Louise and Click Vote Now. Every vote counts! #westfieldlocalheroes #wishforce

17.01.2022 Jess Geraghtys younger sister Lizzie passed away from cancer in 2013, but not before their family was able to go on an unforgettable wish trip. The experience moved Jess so much shes now a Make-A-Wish volunteer. Read Jesss inspirational story: https://bit.ly/3hh6eqJ

17.01.2022 Its Thankful Thursday! We want to give a massive shoutout, pat on the back, and a Hip Hip Hooray to our amazing volunteers at the Western Melbourne Volunteer Branch. Theyre currently making and selling masks with part of the proceeds going to Make-A-Wish. We love seeing our Wish Force in action and couldnt do it without all of you!

17.01.2022 All Xavi really wants are smooches with a cute caramel-coloured puppy. You may remember Xavis wish story, which revealed the six-year-old was diagnosed with two serious conditions in as many years. Like other kids, Xavi has had his wish for a puppy postponed because of COVID-19. We need your help to ensure all our #WishesAreWaiting can come true. Sign up to our newsletter for more stories from Make-A-Wish HQ: https://bit.ly/2ZwQivb

17.01.2022 We are paw-sitive you will love this wish! 14 year old Vienna who loves animals and has always dreamed of having a dog, had no hesitation in making her wish for a caramel Cavoodle puppy. Vienna who had lymphoma and underwent a bone marrow transplant, with her brother Luca being her brave donor, also wanted to be able to share her wish with her brother. She thought a puppy they can both love for many years was the perfect wish. Well little Indie made his way to Vienna and Luca last week and is already so happy in his furr-ever home. We know this little Cavoodle will get oodles and oodles of love

16.01.2022 Travis + two mates + postie bikes = one extraordinary ride! Travis is an awesome guy, whose doing an incredible thing for Make-A-Wish. He decided to get some mates together to ride their postie bikes from Brisbane to Bundaberg and raise money for wishes! If you spot him on his trip, make sure you give him a huge pat on the back! Read all about why this ride means so much to Travis and how you can support him here: https://bit.ly/3bNIOs6

16.01.2022 Are you ready for a totally TOY-riffic wish? Meet 6-year-old Brooklyn, diagnosed with neuroblastoma, whose awesome wish is to find a room full of his favourite toys! Brooklyn loves watching toy reviews and unboxing videos on YouTube, and as a result, has become a toy expert himself! As part of his wish anticipation, Brooklyn visited his local Target for a special mission, to be our official toy reviewer for the day. We think Brooklyn did a terrific job, dont you? We cant wait to share more of his wish when it comes true!

15.01.2022 Smooches with a caramel-coloured puppy is all Xavi wants. After having two serious conditions to deal with in as many years, we cant think of anyone more deserving of puppy love! Like other kids, Xavi has had his wish postponed because of COVID-19. But his mum says the good boy who always makes his bed and does his chores cant stop asking about his puppy! Read Xavis story here: https://bit.ly/2Bq1D6T

15.01.2022 Struggling to walk after surgery failed to remove a tumour in her spinal cord, India’s family feared she wouldn't see her 16th birthday. Enter Make-A-Wish Australia, which granted India's wish to meet the cast of Gossip Girl in New York. She got to meet stars such as Leighton Meester, Penn Badgley and Ed Westwick. That’s when the power of the wish kicked in, India’s mum Christine said. She walked unaided on the trip, and I thank Make-A-Wish every day. Read India’s remarkable story of determination and bravery against the odds. You won’t believe what she’s up to in 2020: https://bit.ly/2HwiTuo #35YearsOfWishes #gossipgirl #xoxo

15.01.2022 Make-A-Wish's fantastic band of Adelaide volunteers now have three branches in their city. Read about the exciting #WishForce changes: https://bit.ly/3icDsYT

15.01.2022 Meet Emma Prout, Western Australia’s first-ever Wish child in 1986. To mark Make-A-Wish Australia’s 35th birthday this month, we caught up with Emma, now 44, to revisit her amazing story of defying the odds. Diagnosed with cancer at age 9, it was only a mere 12 months later Emma had a stroke. Her mum Gail recalls Emma not being able to walk after the stroke and losing hope quickly. She was a mess but once she knew she was getting a wish, her whole demeanour changed. Make-A-Wish was a turning point for Emma. Read about Emma’s inspirational story and life-changing wish trip to Hotham Alpine Resort: https://bit.ly/3lNkkDF

14.01.2022 This week is National Student Volunteer Week so its another opportunity for a shout out to Make-A-Wishs wonderful band of volunteers And in some good news, weve joined with Curtin University students (pictured) to create an online course to make our volunteers certified storytellers! Full story: https://bit.ly/33SROdH

13.01.2022 Our own Louise Borg is on the verge of being crowned a Westfield Local Hero! Louise is an 18-year Make-A-Wish volunteer. Voting is only open for just over 24 hours more, closing on Monday. The outcome of the community vote will determine the final three successful Westfield Local Heroes for Westfield Parramatta, who will each be awarded a grant of $10,000 for their affiliated organisations to continue their community work. To vote, head to the Westfield Parramatta webpage: ...https://bit.ly/2YBzodX and scroll down until you see Louise and Click Vote Now. Every vote counts! #westfieldlocalheroes #wishforce To learn more about Louises selfless volunteering for Make-A-Wish watch the video:

12.01.2022 What did you think of our birthday throwback series this month? We hope you’ve enjoyed reading stories about some special wish kids and volunteers from the past 35 years. A beautiful, common theme connecting all these stories together is just how much of an impact a wish can have on EVERYONE involved. Tomorrow is officially the 35th anniversary of Make-A-Wish in Australia, and a day to celebrate all things wishes! We hope you’ll join us and if you’re looking for a sign to have some cake tomorrow here it is! #35YearsOfWishes

12.01.2022 Are you hungry? You will be after you find out what Poppys wish is! Poppy loves food (we can all agree on that) and watches her favourite chef Justine Schofield on Everyday Gourmet So, naturally, Poppys wish is to cook her favourite food - sausage rolls - with her favourite chef! Yummmm! ... Right now, Poppys wish is on hold because of COVID-19 but that hasnt stopped the fun! Read Poppys amazing story here: https://bit.ly/3hEc99u

12.01.2022 Make-A-Wish LEGEND Louise Borg has brought smiles to the Make-A-Wish Wish Force after winning a $10,000 Westfield Local Heroes grant. But the award brought tears to Louise’s eyes. I cried when I got the call saying I had won, Louise said. I was ecstatic. All charities are struggling right now, but I know how much $10,000 means to Make-A-Wish right now. Make-A-Wish means so much to me; it’s such an important part of my life. I have been volunteering for 18 years. My kids ...have known nothing else, my oldest is 14, so he has been around Make-A-Wish all his life. My daughter is growing her hair for three years and is going to cut it off to raise money for Make-A-Wish. Louise said the grant would help deliver wishes for seriously-ill children. She said it would also offset the money her Western Sydney Branch was hoping to raise from the now-cancelled Kings Langley Christmas Carols. It actually broke my heart the carols had to be cancelled because of COVID, she said. I think Make-A-Wish is such an amazing beautiful charity. It just means so much; I find it quite hard to talk about how much it means to me because it makes me so emotional. See more

11.01.2022 At only 8 years old, Luka-Angel would travel to Melbourne with her family to visit doctors who would ultimately give her a new heart. But you wont guess what she carried in her pockets on those trips. To find out read brave Luka-Angels inspiring story https://bit.ly/39YsNig #WishWednesday

11.01.2022 Big-smiling Kenshin didnt have to look far for inspiration when he was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia in 2018. His oldest sister survived the disease years earlier and is now fit and well. Find out more about one of the faces of our Wishes Are Waiting campaign here. Full story: https://bit.ly/30PJXMf

11.01.2022 Wish granted 9 year old Seth, diagnosed with leukemia, wished for a super fast gaming computer & guess what has arrived? Looks pretty fast (and really cool) to us - have fun Seth!

11.01.2022 Meet Savannah, who underwent a long operation to remove a cancerous tumour. The moment she was out of theatre she started counting down the days until she could put on a perfect purple dress for her own Princess Fairytale Ball! Read her story and see the full video here https://bit.ly/2BEmofl of Savannahs magical day.

11.01.2022 We seeing what 3 year old Nani got during her online shopping spree Nani, diagnosed with leukaemia, loves Paw Patrol, dressing up, crafts and of course Toblerones! She got all her favourites and more when her wish came true last week - what a super haul!

11.01.2022 Hunter wanted to feel snow between his fingers for the first time ever. The 7 year old has had 10 surgeries already but his snow trip to Falls Creek was just the boost his family needed. Wish mum Angela said the #WishForce had given their family a life-changing experience. The #WishForce are just amazing. You change peoples lives in our most vulnerable moments," she said. Read Hunters inspirational story: https://bit.ly/3jC1Xjr... #WishWednesday See more

10.01.2022 Jude has gone to great lengths to raise money for Make-A-Wish. The 10 year old has grown his hair long REALLY long and after two years he’s cutting it off after raising thousands for sick kids to get their wishes. The boy described as a gentle soul by parents Meg and Dean, has been overwhelmed by donations from strangers. The good news is there’s still time to donate. Learn how here: https://bit.ly/3nFAqAi

10.01.2022 Big-hearted Brisbane builder Travis Rogers and his two mates, Shane and Ben, are hopping on postie bikes this Friday to raise money for Make-A-Wish. The three men will ride the 1100cc bikes from Brisbane to Bundaberg to raise money for wishes! Make sure if you spot these champions that you give them a wave and a donation. Read all about why this ride means so much to Travis and how you can support him here: https://bit.ly/3bNIOs6

09.01.2022 Hip hip hooray, today marks 35 years of Make-A-Wish in Australia! We’re celebrating by sharing Jazziah’s wish - a story of hope, heart and joy against all odds - you can watch the full video of his wish coming true here: https://bit.ly/33fcHye Like so many others, Jazziah’s sister Luka-Angel (who shares his life-threatening heart condition) is still waiting for her wish to come true. When you donate, volunteer or support Make-A-Wish, you help create life-changing wishes for kids like Jazz and Luka-Angel.

08.01.2022 What roars, tweets, barks, neighs and purrs? Scarletts dream backyard of course! For her wish, Scarlett wants to be a zookeeper to all animals big and small. We think Dr Scarlett Dolittle has a nice ring to it. Read Scarletts story here: https://bit.ly/33PWSzj

08.01.2022 Who else is a winter baby? Unlike her summer-born sisters, 9-year-old Shayla has her birthday in July, right in the middle of winter! For her wish, she wanted to experience what a summer birthday would be like for once. This is something Shayla dreamed of throughout her treatment and during chemo in the warmer months when she wasnt able to swim. Last July Shaylas wish came true, and her family flew to Queensland so Shayla could experience some sun, sand and warmth for ...her special day. Her birthday wish trip was everything she wanted and more. She got to swim, have a birthday picnic and even celebrate with some of her favourite marine animals. Although she might be in for another chilly birthday this year, Shayla still loves looking back over photos and mementos and remembering last years sun-soaked birthday!

08.01.2022 Australias next great ninja warrior may have been found! Five-year-old Juniper has smashed leukaemia and now wakes every day wanting to smash her challenging backyard obstacle course. Read Junis story here: https://bit.ly/38CAqdx

08.01.2022 Share the love #SeedxMakeAWish This Christmas make a donation to give the gift of hope and joy to over 800 seriously ill kids across Australia who need your support. Spend over $30 in-store at Seed and make a gold coin donation to support Make-A-Wish Australia and receive their limited-edition 20th anniversary gift wrap. For any online purchases, donate $2 for an easy to assemble pillow box. All proceeds will go to Make-A-Wish to help deliver life-changing wishes to seriously ill children. Learn More | https://www.seedheritage.com/stories/share-the-love/

07.01.2022 It was all aboard for Dylans Wish! Eight-year-old Dylan is a train enthusiast, especially when it comes to diesel and freight trains, and more than anything he loves watching trains. For his wish, he wanted to see big trains, where they sleep and have an up-close experience. He is partially deaf, so a big part of why he loves trains so much is because he can feel the vibrations, so the closer, the better! Last September our friends at Southern Shorthaul Railroad in Bend...igo helped us bring Dylans wish to life. Dylan got to spend the day with the team and had a rail-y good time behind the scenes. He loved seeing how it all worked and riding upfront of the train with his sister tooting the horn. By the end of the day, he was pretty much a qualified train driver (in our eyes at least) Dylan still loves looking at pictures and videos from the day so our awesome volunteers made a photo book and DVD for Dylan so that he could keep reliving his special day again and again! What a choo-riffic wish!

06.01.2022 MADDISON BROWN X MAKE-A-WISH @sassandbide 2020 limited-edition Make-A-Wish necklace is here. 100% of all profits directly benefit Make-A-Wish, helping to grant wishes to seriously ill children in Australia each year. 2020’s limited edition ‘Stars Aligned’ duo necklace brings the wearer the resounding vibrations of harmonious souls. Gift the other half, or wear as a set to feel aligned with friends under faraway skies, as @maddisonbrown joins us in support of the initiative. #WISHLOVEGIVE @sassandbide

05.01.2022 Meet 10-year-old LEGO superfan, Lochie! Lochie loves all things LEGO and has wished for his very own LEGO room to play, build and display his impressive LEGO creations. His first mission ... to name his room! Mission complete and we think Lochie's LEGOcy is the coolest name he could have picked!

04.01.2022 At the top of Daniels wish list youll find something that has four legs, a wagging tail and sloppy smooches! Daniels wish for a puppy recently came true and it was smiles all round. We know there will be no shortage of cuddles for sweet Lunar! On todays International Dog Day read all about brave Daniels story: https://bit.ly/2Yy09zM

03.01.2022 Top End Trailblazer! Darwins Sonita Regupathi has just put her name into the Make-A-Wish Australia record books. Shes now our youngest Branch president, at only 24 years of age. Congratulations to all the office bearers recently elected in many of our branches, with more to be appointed next month. Read Sonitas story: https://bit.ly/3lGa8gt

03.01.2022 Khoder couldnt stop smiling when he found out his wish would come true. But what did he wish for? Read his story to find out! https://bit.ly/2AUav4D

03.01.2022 14 year old wish kid Aaron, diagnosed with medulloblastoma, is the ultimate fan of Academy Award winner Nicolas Cage and his movie Ghost Rider. Aaron has watched Ghost Rider more times than he can count and it was a huge help getting him through his treatment. This week Aaron's wish was granted when he was able to video chat with his idol! They talked all things Ghost Rider, motorbikes, favourite foods and more. Thank you, Nicolas, for bringing so much joy to Aaron and making his wish come true! Make-A-Wish America

03.01.2022 Crooks and baddies will be quaking in their boots once Maximilian is on their tail! The justice-seeking 5-year-old wants to be an undercover detective. However, like many children, Maximilians wish has been put on pause because of COVID-19. We need your help to ensure all our #WishesAreWaiting can come true. ... Your tax deductible donation makes a life-changing difference https://bit.ly/2YDAF4J

03.01.2022 Oscar will have a whale of a time when he finally gets to experience his wish. The 11-year-old wants to swim with whale sharks . But like many children, Oscars wish had been put on hold because of COVID-19. We need your help to ensure all our #WishesAreWaiting can come true https://bit.ly/3gk4jTf

03.01.2022 Tough former footballer and now FIVEaa presenter Stephen Rowe loves footy and having a joke. But he also has a heart as big as the MCG. Stephen, or ‘Rowey’ as he’s known, has been quietly volunteering for Make-A-Wish for 27 years. This month we mark Make-A-Wish's 35th birthday by revisiting some of our most uplifting wishes and the amazing people who make them happen. Read Stephen’s inspirational story: https://bit.ly/3nLNweT #35YearsOfWishes

03.01.2022 Theres nothing like making TikToks for those good feels, especially when youre stuck in hospital! Novena, 11, has been spending a lot of time in hospital since being diagnosed with osteosarcoma. Her wish was for her dream phone with a speaker and accessories so she can keep in touch with family and friends back in New Caledonia as well as, of course, listen to music and make TikToks! Novenas wish came true this week but with the current COVID restrictions in place, our loc...al volunteers Alison and Louise werent able to give the phone to Novena in person, but it didnt stop them from jumping online for a virtual wish presentation. Mum Joyce was so emotional while Novena couldnt stop smiling. It felt like a dream, Novena said. See more

02.01.2022 Ayla, diagnosed with Hodgkin's lymphoma, wished to meet the one & only Katy Perry. Ayla was very interested in the songwriting process and wanted to ask Katy all about how she writes her songs. Not only was their meeting everything Ayla wished for and more, but when Ayla presented Katy Perry with a handmade scarf, Katy told Ayla "It's so beautiful! I am going to keep this forever and forever. I am going to wear it forever and forever too..." Read more here: https://bit.ly/2Tufy1l Psst...it's also our sweet friend Ayla's 8th birthday today! HAPPY BIRTHDAY, AYLA!

02.01.2022 The Cairns tropical sun or the spectacular Tasmanian coastline. Thats the choice the winner of Make-A-Wish Australias inaugural digital-only raffle is weighing up right now. Shanti Gunasekaran from Perth won a $5,000 holiday voucher in the raffle, which gave a total of $10,000 in travel vouchers away. Shanti said she was extremely surprised when she got the call to say she had won. I have never won anything in my life, not even a pen. I have never been lucky, Shanti sai...d. Its been so stressful with COVID, not being able to take holidays. Work has been busy, so it was nice news. I cant wait to use it! I think I will go to Cairns or Tassie; they are places I havent been to. Shanti bought 10 raffle tickets from her daughter, Sonita, who is the incoming President of the Make-A-Wish Darwin Branch. When Sonitas appointment became official last week, she also became the youngest volunteer president of a Make-A-Wish Australia branch at just 24 years of age. For mother and daughter alike, it seems congratulations are now in order, with a well-deserved holiday for Shanti to look forward to when things settle down.

02.01.2022 Celebrate the life-changing impact of a wish and 40 years of @Disney and Make-A-Wish with the latest color collection, #WishesComeTrueBlue available now at select Disney Parks around the world and online @shopDisney! For every item in this collection sold across Europe, the US, Canada, Australia and New Zealand, Disney will donate 25% of the retail price to Make-A-Wish organisations (up to US $500,000) to help grant extraordinary wishes. For T&Cs, visit https://bit.ly/34jT5tZ . Shop the collection: https://bit.ly/3m9qFZy

02.01.2022 Lets give a big round of applause on Fathers Day to the dads of Make-A-Wish Australia! From train-loving Alecs dad Peter to basketball fan Claudes dad Matt, we salute all our dads who put in the hard yards to help their sick children. We every one of you!... Read about Claude and Alecs wishes here: https://www.makeawish.org.au/wishes/wish-stories/page/4

02.01.2022 Wish granted You may remember our resident toy expert 6-year-old Brooklyn from his epic toy review a few months ago. His wish came true last week when he discovered a room full of his favourite toys! Because of Covid, we had to rearrange how his wish would happen, but with the help of our awesome volunteers, we filmed some clues for him to find these wrapped toys all around his house. We can't wait to hear his reviews of all his new toys! Brooklyn, you really are the #1 Toy Reviewer.

02.01.2022 2 yr old Eva loves toys and Emma Wiggle, but one of her favourite things in the whole world is...RUBBISH TRUCKS! Last week Eva got a Wish hamper delivered full of lots of special toys picked just for her. Wish hampers are something we do to welcome under 3 yr olds to the Make-A-Wish family. Every hamper is unique, just like our kids & their wishes. Due to COVID restrictions, this hamper was delivered a bit differently to how we usually do them, but Eva still adored receiving all her hamper goodies. "I dont even know what to say! She absolutely LOST IT when she was unboxing her package. So many squeals! The truck is her favourite thing in the world. She has even been taking it to bed. We are so grateful" -Evas Mum.

01.01.2022 Who doesn't love a heartwarming story? Our partners at Disney have released the most beautiful animated short, follow the link below to watch it Because you never forget your favourite traditions. #fromourfamilytoyours #Lovefromdisney #hopeandjoy https://www.makeawish.org.au//chr/from-our-family-to-yours

01.01.2022 Teenager Lucas leaves opponents across the world watching in awe when playing him in NBA 2K . The skilled gamer is as hot as the Los Angeles Lakers and recently received some good news from the United States! https://www.makeawish.org.au/wishes/wish-stories/lucasnba