News and Events September 7, 2026

Kids Club attends the 40th Anniversary Ronald McDonald House NSW Ruby Ball

Kids Club team members joined the 40th Anniversary Ronald McDonald House NSW Ruby Ball, an evening that raised $1.65 million to support families with seriously ill or injured children.

Jessica Kingi
Kids Club attends the 40th Anniversary Ronald McDonald House NSW Ruby Ball

Kids Club joins the 40th Anniversary Ronald McDonald House NSW Ruby Ball

As part of Kids Club Gives Back, members of the Kids Club team attended the landmark 40th Anniversary Ronald McDonald House NSW Ruby Ball on Saturday, September 5, 2026, at ICC Sydney.

Corie and Sally Stone were joined by National Operations Manager Lauren Elliott, Kristy Saunders, Centre Directors, and Kids Club Support Office staff for an evening recognising four decades of support for families with seriously ill or injured children. They joined a spectacular crowd of over 1,100 guests coming together to celebrate the incredible milestone.

Coming together for families

The Ruby Ball was a moving reminder of how much families can need practical and emotional support when a child is seriously ill or injured. Ronald McDonald House helps families stay close to their child and provides care and support during an incredibly difficult time.

For the Kids Club team, attending was also a meaningful opportunity to come together, strengthen team morale, and support a cause that reflects our belief in helping people who need an extra hand.

"It was a moving evening and a powerful reminder of the support families need when a child is seriously ill or injured," said Corie Stone. "We were proud to attend together as a team and recognise the important work Ronald McDonald House NSW does for families."

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The energy of the room was electric, expertly guided by TV presenter and MC Belinda Russell. Guests were treated to moving performances by Thandi Phoenix and Samantha Jade, before headline act Furnace and the Fundamentals brought everyone to their feet, capping off an unforgettable celebration.

The 2026 Ruby Ball raised an incredible $1.65 million. The funds will be distributed among Ronald McDonald House NSW’s five chapters, helping them continue their vital work with families across the state.

To learn more about how you can support this incredible cause, you can visit the official Ronald McDonald House Charities Australia website. Whether you choose to make a one-off donation, explore corporate partnerships, or volunteer your time at one of the five NSW chapters, your support directly helps keep families close when they need it most.

Updated 11 November, 2026

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