Saturday 20 June 2026 @ Liverpool Catholic Club
Every call to Lifeline is a moment of courage — and every answer is an act of care. Voices of Resilience honours the strength of help seekers, the dedication of crisis supporters, and the community that makes every conversation possible.Every day, Australians reach out to Lifeline in their darkest moments — and it takes remarkable resilience to make that call. On the other end of the line, trained Crisis Supporters offer calm, compassion, and connection. This shared strength is what keeps people safe, supported, and alive.
The Voices of Resilience Gala celebrates the courage of those who seek help, the dedication of those who provide it, and the vital role our community plays in sustaining Lifeline’s services. Your support ensures that our phone lines remain open every day, so no one has to face their hardest moments alone.
Lifeline Macarthur & Western Sydney supports almost 3 million people across our region — from the Hawkesbury to Queanbeyan, and the Blue Mountains to Bankstown. Together, we can build stronger individuals, stronger communities, and a future where every voice is heard and every life has hope.
Aussies Call Lifeline Every Year
Lifeline Receives a Call
Welcome Everyone to Our 2026 Lifeline Macarthur & Western Sydney Gala Event
It is with deep gratitude and great pride that I welcome you to the digital program for our 2026 Annual Fundraiser — the Voices of Resilience Gala.
Over the past year, our region has continued to face significant social, economic, and emotional pressures. Yet through every challenge, one truth has remained constant: the extraordinary resilience shown by the people who reach out to Lifeline, and the unwavering dedication of the Crisis Supporters who answer their call. This shared strength — caller and supporter together — is at the heart of Lifeline’s mission.
- 8.6 Australians die every day by suicide.
- 75% of those who take their own life are male.
- Suicide is the leading cause of death for Australians between the ages of 15 and 44.
- People in rural populations are 2 times more likely to take their life by suicide.
- An estimated 1 in 3 of Australians reported feeling lonely.
Lifeline is here to Listen
Every day, individuals across Macarthur and Western Sydney find the courage to pick up the phone and ask for help. That single moment is an act of resilience. On the other end of the line, our trained volunteers and staff offer calm, compassion, and connection. Their commitment ensures that no one has to face their darkest moments alone.
This year, demand for our services has continued to grow. Our Crisis Support team has responded to thousands of calls for help, providing lifesaving support to people experiencing emotional distress, financial hardship, relationship breakdown, and suicidal thoughts. Each conversation is a reminder of the vital role Lifeline plays in strengthening the wellbeing of our community.
Beyond the phones, our community programs and services have continued to expand. We have delivered mental health education, training, and domestic and family violence awareness workshops across our region. This includes bereavement groups, Eclipse support groups, and a new Aftercare Virtual Hub — aimed at equipping individuals, workplaces, and community groups with the skills to recognise distress and support those around them. These initiatives are essential in building a safer, more connected community.
Our Retail Stores and Distribution Centre have once again played a crucial role in funding our services, promoting sustainability, and creating meaningful opportunities for volunteers. Their contribution, combined with the dedication of our growing volunteer workforce, continues to be a cornerstone of our organisation.
None of this would be possible without the generosity of people like you. Through fundraising events, grants, donations, corporate partnerships, and your presence here tonight, you help ensure that our services remain accessible to the nearly 3 million people we support across Macarthur and Western Sydney. Your contribution strengthens our frontline, supports our volunteers, and ensures that every voice seeking help can be heard.
As we gather for the Voices of Resilience Gala, we honour the courage of help seekers, the dedication of our Crisis Supporters, and the collective strength of a community that stands together. Your support tonight helps us continue building a future where every person feels valued, supported, and connected.
On behalf of Lifeline Macarthur and Western Sydney, thank you for your compassion, your generosity, and your belief in our mission. Together, we are creating a community where resilience is shared — and where no one has to face their darkest moments alone.
We hope you enjoy our 2026 Gala event.
Veronica Macdonald
CEO • Lifeline Macarthur & Western Sydney
We Couldn't Do This Without You
Perich Group
2026 Principal Sponsor
Fairfield RSL
The Diamond Resilience
Hunt Family Community Foundation
The Majestic Top Hat
Live Auction, Silent Auction & Raffle Prizes
Live Auction
| Item No | ITEM | DETAILS | DONATED BY | VALUE $ | STARTING BID |
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Silent Auction
| Item No | ITEM | DETAILS | DONATED BY | VALUE $ | STARTING BID |
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Raffle Prizes
| Item No | ITEM | DETAILS | DONATED BY | VALUE $ |
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| 1 | Sapphire & Diamond Necklace | 10ct White Gold Ladies Pendant Centre Oval Cut London Party Sapphire plus Round Brilliant 0.50ct Cut Diamonds Claw Set Necklace | Sybra Hunt / Atlas Jewellers Oran Park | $9,730.00 |
| 2 | Blue Mountains Getaway | 2 nights stay at Whispering Pines Cottage, Family Pass to Scenic World Blue Mountains & The Blue Mountains Explorer Bus. Welcome Hamper Box (to be picked up on Gala night) | Whispering Pines Cottages, Explorer Bus Blue Mountains & Scenic World | $2,000.00 |
| 3 | RedBalloon Experience Gift Voucher | $1000 RedBalloon Experience Gift Voucher | Lyn Ingham | $1,000.00 |
Thank You to All Our Prize Donors
DONORS - - - Sybra Hunt Rydges Hotel Campbelltown Tracey-Lee Psychic City Cave, Edmondson Park Whispering Pines Cottage Tim's Garden Centre, Campbelltown Peta Borg, Hamper Culture Lindt Chocolates Scenic World Katoomba Kay Sidman Alkalizer Cafe Campbelltown Camden Hire Noosa Ocean Resort ARC Eye Couture Brookfield House Tea House, Camden Holdfast Distillery 4K Automotive Group ESCA Group The Fan Man,Minto Astute Lending Narellan Wests Tigers NRL Club Pinot & Picasso, Camden Lawgix, Wetherill Park United Cinemas Narellan Lyn Ingham Sally Quinnell MP Campbelltown Catholic Club / The CUBE Epicure Store Narellan Joanne Ling Cronulla Sharks NRL Club Jenny Eaton, Eaton Cakes Gregory Hills Hotel McDonalds Macarthur Family Restaurants Sharona Psychic Medium Narellan Town Centre C913FM Radio Curtis Aviation The Crystal Shop Camden Blue Mountains Explorer Bus Karma G Photography Mercure Sydney Bankstown Swans AFL Club Wests Leagues Club Bankstown Sports Club X-Golf Macarthur June Young Greg Warren MP Campbelltown Piano Direction Sue-Lei Hunt-Mingay The Meat Man Wholesale Meats, Narellan The William Inglis Hotel, Warwick Farm Serenity Pilates Bankstown Golf Club
Please Enjoy Your Evening
Lifeline Macarthur & Western Sydney acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we live and work. We pay our deepest respects to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders past, present, and emerging.
We acknowledge the Dharawal people, the Traditional Custodians of the land on which our Smeaton Grange Head Office stands.
We acknowledge the Burramattagal people of the Dharug Nation, the Traditional Custodians of the land on which our Parramatta office stands.
We acknowledge the Cabrogal clan of the Dharug Nation and the Dharawal people, whose lands we gather on tonight in Liverpool.
We recognise the enduring connection of all First Nations peoples to land, waters, culture, and community. We also acknowledge the ongoing pain and injustice experienced by our Indigenous brothers and sisters — suffering that we witness daily in our work and that continues to demand truth, healing, and justice.
- Welcome & Introduction
- Live Presentation • Crisis Support
- Address by Veronica Macdonald (CEO)
- Entrée Served
- Pre-Dinner Show • GLAMA
- Main Course Served
- Live Band Entertainment
- Dessert Served
- Live Auction
- Silent Auction Closed - Winners Announced
- Raffle Prizes Drawn
- Live Band & Dancing
- Event Conclusion
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