CANBERRA, ACT, Oct. 19 -- The Prime Minister of Australia issued the following media release:
For the fourth year in a row, the Albanese Government is backing Western Australia's most iconic fundraising event - committing $6 million to the Channel 7 Telethon Trust to help build a brighter, healthier future for children and babies across the state.
Funds raised through Telethon go directly towards medical research, essential health services, and life-changing programs that support sick, disadvantaged and vulnerable children and their families.
Over its 58-year history, Telethon has raised more than $688 million to give kids the care, treatment and opportunities they deserve.
The 26-hour televised appeal now supports 161 children's charit...