The Albanese Government is encouraging all Australians to support this year’s Good Friday Appeal for The Royal Children’s Hospital, Melbourne.

Every year, thousands of people volunteer their time, expertise and creativity to organise fundraising events and activities to support the hospital, culminating in the telethon on Good Friday. And this year will be no different.

Since 1931, over $468 million has been raised to support patients and their families at The Royal Children’s Hospital. 

As part of the 2023/24 Budget, the Albanese Government announced $6 million over 3 years to support the Good Friday Appeal in 2023, 2024 and 2025.

The $2 million donated this year will go towards supporting research, state of the art equipment and technology, patient and family centred care programs and fostering staff excellence.

Anyone wishing to make a contribution or learn more about the patients, volunteers and staff at the hospital can visit www.goodfridayappeal.com.au.

Quotes attributable to Prime Minister Anthony Albanese:

“I am pleased the Australian Government has delivered $2 million for this year’s Royal Children’s Hospital’s Good Friday Appeal.

“Many Australian families owe so much to the dedicated staff at The Royal Children’s Hospital.

“I’d like to thank all of the volunteers and encourage all Australians to get behind this year’s appeal.”

Quotes attributable to Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles:

“Every year, we see the generosity of Victorians on display in support of The Royal Children’s Hospital in Melbourne – and we are seeing that again this year.

“The Good Friday Appeal is an incredible cause and a special event for families in Melbourne and from across the state.”

Quotes attributable to Minister for Health Mark Butler:

“The Royal Children’s Hospital is one of the world’s leading children’s hospitals.

“The Good Friday Appeal’s ongoing fundraising has been invaluable in supporting the hospital’s life-saving work.”