August 20, 2026

10 Years of Magic

And just like that, the 10th annual Mark Hughes Foundation Magic Ball is done!

More than 600 guests came together on Saturday night to celebrate an incredible 10 years of Magic Ball memories, raising over $285,000 to support our mission to beat brain cancer.

From our very first Magic Ball to this milestone 10th event, this special night has always been about bringing our incredible MHF community together — to celebrate, remember, raise vital funds and make a difference for people impacted by brain cancer.

The Magic Ball would not be possible without the generosity of our Gold Sponsors Australian Hotels Association Newcastle Hunter, Avery Plastic Surgery & Aesthetics, and The MacDougall Foundation along with our Silver, Bronze and Beverage Sponsors. A special shout-out also goes to our auctioneers, Jono Wilson and James Slattery, and to every individual and business who generously donated prizes.

Here’s to the next decade of Magic! 

Donate today & help beat brain cancer

Brain cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in children, and adults aged under 40 in Australia, yet alarmingly very little is known about brain cancer, its causes or how it is treated.

That’s why we need your help. Every dollar helps in the fight against brain cancer. Your donation will go towards vital research to improve patient treatments and, hopefully, find a cure one day.

All donations of $2 or more are tax deductible.

Donate today, help beat brain cancer

Brain cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in children, and adults aged under 40 in Australia, yet alarmingly very little is known about brain cancer, its causes or how it is treated.

That’s why we need your help. Every dollar helps in the fight against brain cancer. Your donation will go towards vital research to improve patient treatments and, hopefully, find a cure one day.

All donations of $2 or more are tax deductible.

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