GOVERNMENT DONATIONS BOOST THE APPEAL

Announcing the federal government’s multi-million dollar commitment, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese described the fundraiser as “such an important appeal”.

“The Australian government, I can announce, will be contributing $6 million over three years to the Good Friday Appeal. We know how important this work is. We want to provide support for the kids and their families out there.”

The Victorian Government contributed $1 million in their fourth year of backing. Premier Daniel Andrews made the announcement while visiting the phone room and Kids Day Out.

“On a very personal level, not just as the leader of this state but as a parent and partner, I know and understand just how amazing our team is at The Royal Children’s Hospital,” Premier Daniel Andrews told reporters on Good Friday.