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

Key points

• 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.