Variety Tasmania Ambassadors
Wendy Kennedy
Wendy is well-known in Tasmania for her work in the media, having produced and presented television and radio programs, worked as a newsreader for WIN TV and eventually, running her own production company. Wendy is now the Corporate Relations Manager for TOTE Tasmania.
Kim and Dave
Popular radio personalities, Kim and Dave of Heart 107.3 are enthusiastic supporters of Variety in Tasmania. From helping out with our Easter and Christmas visits to the children’s hospital wards to seeking supporters for the House of Hope, they’re always happy to assist Variety and promote our work within the Tasmanian community.
David Boon MBE
Boonie, as he’s affectionately known across the globe, is a cricketing legend of the late eighties and early nineties. He’s now a Cricket Australia selector, head of the Cricket Department at Cricket Tasmania and a must-see speaker. David is extremely dedicated to helping children in need and we consider ourselves fortunate to have his support.
John X
John Xintavelonis is a Tasmanian actor and comedian, known across Australia for his fabulous performance as Pumbaa the Warthog in The Lion King and his role as Mr Braithwaite in Billy Elliott. John has also worked in radio, television and film, with appearances including Sound of One Hand Clapping, City Homicide and Race Relations.
Debra Byrne - National Ambassador