August 7, 2026

Register Now – MHF Magic Ball Silent Auction

The 2026 MHF Magic Ball Silent Auction is packed with an incredible collection of experiences, sporting opportunities, entertainment, artwork, fashion and lifestyle prizes – with something to tempt just about everyone. Whether you’re looking for a once-in-a-lifetime experience, a special weekend away, something unique for the home or the perfect gift, this year’s auction is well worth a look.

Among this year’s standout items is a true piece of Newcastle and Australian surfing history – a Mark Richards 1978 Single Fin Collector’s Edition Surfboard, celebrating the legendary four-time world surfing champion. Music lovers can also bid on two tickets to see global superstar Robbie Williams live at McDonald Jones Stadium, while art lovers won’t want to miss the beautiful and meaningful “Nganhayung” by Lizzy Stageman.

For those looking to indulge, the Avery Aesthetics package valued at $3,500 includes a $3,000 gift voucher for personalised skin and aesthetic treatments, plus $500 worth of Synergie Skin products tailored to the winner. And there’s something for the younger members of the family too, with the Ultimate Kids Outdoor Adventure Package, featuring two BERG scooters and two BERG go-karts.

These are just a taste of what’s up for grabs, with over 80 more incredible sporting experiences, entertainment, travel, dining, fashion, artwork and lifestyle prizes waiting to be discovered. Browse the auction, find your favourites and start bidding – because every bid helps MHF fund vital brain cancer research and provide support to patients and families across Australia.

Whether you’re joining us at next Saturday’s Magic Ball or not you can still make a bid on the amazing, once-in-a-lifetime auction items up for grabs. To view and bid on the Silent Auction items you simply need to register by following this link or text magicball2026 and your full name (i.e. magicball2026 Joe Smith) to 0458 678 678. 

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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