Telethon Ball Auction: from Rotto cruising with Mark McGowan to stargazing, local luxury takes centre stage

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Former Premier Mark McGowan is offering a day trip to Rottnest Island aboard his custom-built Lux 8m at this year's Telethon Ball auction. The highest bidder and four guests will be skippered across by McGowan and enjoy a pub lunch.
The auction, held on Saturday night, includes many other items, from a Pilbara dining experience to a Kimberley escape and a Margaret River retreat.
Proceeds fund research, equipment and services for sick and disadvantaged children in Western Australia.

Telethon Ball Auction: from Rotto cruising with Mark McGowan to stargazing, local luxury takes centre stage — Photo: The West Australian

13d· Published 13 Oct 2026· 1 min readEntertainment

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