Telethon’s big spenders prove kindness is priceless as they reveal personal connections

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• Telethon has reached a new record total, with business leaders, politicians and celebrities announcing large donations. Premier Roger Cook handed over an $18 million cheque on behalf of WA taxpayers on Sunday night.
• Chevron donated $1.5 million, Rio Tinto gave $5.5 million and BHP's latest gift took its total to more than $56 million. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese committed $6 million to WA children and research.
• The ball raised $25 million in two hours.