Media releases

Jean Béliveau embarks on the next leg of his amazing 75,000km walk

Wednesday 10 February, 2010

Almost 10 years ago Jean Béliveau undertook the mission to walk around the world through six continents to spread the message of peace and non-violence for children.

Cahala Kites are supporting Jean's journey by helping him promote his message of peace and non-violence for children, and fundraising for The Alannah and Madeline Foundation during the Australian leg.

Starry Starry Night Post Event Media Release

Sunday 22 November, 2009

The Alannah & Madeline Foundation has celebrated its twelfth Starry Starry Night at Crown. The star-studded event, featuring over 100 celebrities hosting tables, raised $620,000 to support the Foundation's work, keeping children safe from violence.

Caring for kids at the 2010 FORMULA 1 Australian Grand Prix

Friday 20 November, 2009

The Alannah and Madeline Foundation has been named as the official charity of the 2010 FORMULA 1 Australian Grand Prix.

Starry Starry Night Talent Announcement Media Release

November 2009

The 12th Starry Starry Night will see some of Australia's biggest names in sport and entertainment 'singing for their supper' to raise funds for The Alannah and Madeline Foundation.

What's On Starry Starry Night Media Release

October 2009

More than 100 celebrities will come together on Saturday 21st November at Crown in Melbourne for The Alannah and Madeline Foundation's Starry Starry Night, Australia's favourite celebrity gala.

Parents want more time with their kids, new survey finds

Thursday 29 October, 2009

The Alannah and Madeline Foundation and Sweeney Research report, released as part of the Foundation's Children365 initiative, finds half of Australian parents would like to spend more quality time with their children.

Celebrating children every day

 Tuesday 6 October, 2009

Celebrities and high profile Australians get behind new initiative to cherish our children.

The Alannah and Madeline Foundation announce Children365 - an exciting new initiative that encourages Australians to celebrate children every day of the year.

Double Take skit abhorrent and must be condemned

 21 August 2009

The TV show Double Take presented a skit last night about bullying which presents entirely inappropriate attitudes towards the serious issue of bullying and its consequences.

St Kilda Football Club play Better Buddies Games

Tuesday 28 July, 2009

St Kilda Football Club make Better Buddies Games a day of fun for students at Seaford Park Primary School and Belvedere Park Primary School.

For 100 students their first Better Buddies Games day was extra special because players from St Kilda Football Club were there helping out with the activities as was Buddy Bear, a giant purple bear.