Gippsland Greats go big for VIC kids!
On Friday 20 November, 70 Gippsland legends hit the road to boost regional economies and make a difference...
First ever Petember funds Assistance Dogs for kids in need!
September 2020 saw the introduction of a brand new fundraiser at Variety – the Children’s Charity....
The Variety SHINE Schools Program is a hit in 2020!
It’s been a big year for the Variety SHINE Schools Program! It’s been a big year for...
Football Stars Lend a Hand to Kids in Need through #PlayForLives
On Thursday 30 April, star Matildas and Atlético Madrid Femenino midfielder Alex Chidiac and former...
When Times are Tough, WM Waste Management Ups Their Support
As we all know, it’s a very trying year for the world and especially for our Variety families who...
Brats Bring Joy to Variety Kids In Isolation
At the end of term one each year, a group of lively, fun Variety ‘Brats’ hit the road...
COVID-19 Resources for Families
At Variety, we share concerns regarding the increasing risk COVID-19 (coronavirus) is having on our...
KURIOS Captivates Variety Kids
At Variety – the Children’s Charity one of the ways we bring joy to Aussie kids is through fun...
Variety Mini Bash Empty Esky Tour Makes Moves for Mallacoota
Variety Convoy Make Moves for Mallacoota On Saturday 29 February 2020,...
Collingwood Toy Library Introduces New Life-Changing Toys!
Collingwood Toy Library Introduces New Life-Changing Toys! On Wednesday...
Sights Set on Skies Above for Variety’s Exciting New Event
Sights Set on Skies Above for Variety’s Exciting New Event On Saturday 1 February 2020,...
Information for the Variety community on the recent bushfires
We are incredibly saddened to see the devastation caused by the recent bushfires, and like so many,...
Sunshine Sweeps the State
The sun has certainly come out in Vic, with THREE Variety Sunshine Coaches delivered in the last few...
Variety Vic Welcomes a New Chairman and CEO
Following the 2019 AGM, Variety takes this opportunity to thank our retiring Chairman, Paul...
Christmas Comes Early for over 4,000 Kids in Need
On Thursday 5 December 2019, the annual Variety Kids Xmas Party returned to...
Your Hair Can Change Kids’ Lives
Alopecia Awareness Week 8-17 November During November the Variety Hair with Heart...
Sam is taking the chop for Hair with Heart
This November we’re aiming to raise $150,000 through Hair with Heart. An ambitious goal, that will...
Lady Jayne and Hair with Heart join together to give the gift of confidence
More kids will get a fair go thanks to an exciting new partnership between McPhersons and Variety...
New Sensory Room Changing Lives at FPS
On Monday 7 October, Footscray Primary pulled back the curtain on their new sensory room! Funded by...
AFL Greats Come Together for the Kids
On Wednesday 25 September 2019, AFL legends united at Palladium at Crown to raise funds for Variety...
Melbourne Media Mogul Recognised for Contribution to Kids in Need
On Wednesday 25 September 2019, Variety – the Children’s Charity Victoria once again hosted football’s...
Martin Stone AM Awarded Highest Honour
Martin Stone AM of Sheen Panels has been awarded a Life Membership of Variety – the Children’s...
Variety Bash Breaks a Record
THE 2019 VARIETY VIC BASH RAISED OVER $1.82 MILLION FOR KIDS IN NEED! ...
Spring Comes Early for Portland Bay School
On Monday 17 June, Portland Bay School received a very special grant for equipment...
2018 Variety Grand Final Lunch Raffle Prize Winners
Congratulations again to the winners of our 2018 $1000 Raffle at the annual Variety AFL Great Grand...
2018 Variety Raffle Winners
Thank you to everyone who kindly purchased tickets in the 2018 Variety Raffle! ...
A Ray of Sunshine for Kids in Need
On Thursday 19 April, Variety – the Children’s Charity presented a brand new Sunshine Coach to...
Brats Tour Big Things For Kids in Need
The Variety Brats Bash – a fundraising event for families and kids – will be heading off...
All-Abilities Surfing Becomes a Reality on Bass Coast
On Saturday 17 February surf-lovers of all abilities and ages gathered at Inverloch Surf Life...
Double the Sunshine for Kids in Need
On Monday 5 February Variety – the Children’s Charity delivered and presented...
Senator Derryn Hinch Presents Donated Bikes to 200 Disadvantaged Children
On Wednesday 11 October at 1.30pm Senator Derry Hinch and Variety – the Children’s Charity will bring together over 300 kids, donors, parents and volunteers at Hisense Arena to give away 200 bicycles to children in need as pa
Marina Prior Champions Variety Fair Go 4 Kids Day
Australian entertainment industry icon and star of MTC’s Hay Fever Marina Prior is making sure all kids get a fair go in life as she champions Variety Fair Go 4 Kids Day – a unique fundraiser on 24 October where all donations are quadrupled by generous benefactors.
Wheelchairs for all at Dandenong Valley Special Developmental School
On Monday 9 October at 9am Variety – the Children’s Charity will present two wheelchairs to Dandenong Valley Special Developmental School to assist a number of students in the classroom.
Variety Partners With Shine for a Flagship Education Program
Ensuring all kids get the opportunity to keep up with their mates in the classroom.
Variety Vic Bash Announces $1.25 Million
On Saturday 26 August, the 2017 Victorian Variety Bash culminated in a final night party at...
Variety Gives the Gift of Sunshine to Echuca Specialist School
On Monday 17 July Variety – the Children’s Charity paid a special visit to Echuca Specialist...
Ride for Variety
Riding for Variety On the 2nd of July 2017, tens-of-thousands of two-wheeled...
Variety Ambassador Dylan Alcott Launches ‘Get Skilled Access’
Congratulations to Variety Ambassador ...
Variety 4WD Trek Grant
Glenelg Shire will farewell our charity motoring event next Thursday 27 April as they announce...
John McLeay Brings the Spice to Eat Street in 2017
On Tuesday 9th May, Melbourne’s foodie elite will congregate for a night of great...
A Groundswell of Support
ROCK OUT while you HELP OUT at the Groundswell Festival
The Gift of Speech
Variety gives the gift of speech to non-verbal students in Regional Victoria
Clipsal Runs for the Kids
Clipsal by Schneider Electric’s Ashley Ralph, General Manager – Partner Programs will...
Variety Celebrates 30th Children’s Christmas Party
Variety Celebrates 30th Children’s Christmas Party On...
Variety Rose
Following the introduction of a brand new rose called Butterfly Kisses, Variety-the Children’s Charity...
Join the jolliest fun run in the world!
Run, walk or roll around the Yarra in Melbourne’s most festive fun run. The Variety Santa Fun...
Variety and Miss World contestants surprise children and staff at Nepean school
Staff from Variety – the Children’s Charity, accompanied by four Miss World contestants, visited...
Variety once again opened the doors to our special sensory room at AAMI park
Variety Sensory Room ...
Australia’s longest-running motoring event raises $1.3 million for children in need
On Saturday 20 August, Variety – the Children’s Charity announced that its 26th Variety Vic Bash...
Saic Motor Generously Gifts Variety New MG6
SAIC Motor is the largest auto company on China’s A-‐share market and its business covers...
A new bike for Lachie
We first met Lachie in 2011 when Variety funded a modified bike as part of a Bikes4Kids Christmas...