October was a truly special month for the Magical Getaway Foundation — not only did seven families experience their first-ever holidays during Anti-Poverty Week , but their stories also inspired audiences across the country. On Monday 13 October, our Ambassadors Kat Stewart and Steven Bradbury appeared on Today Extra  in a heartwarming segment titled “Holidays of Hope.” The interview beautifully captured what makes our getaways so special — giving families in need the chance

In October, during Anti-Poverty Week , the Magical Getaway Foundation gifted seven families across three states  their first-ever holidays —moments filled with rest, laughter, and connection. Three families from Melbourne stayed at Anchor Belle Holiday Park  in Phillip Island, two families from Sydney spent their getaway at BIG4 Sydney Lakeside Holiday Park , and two families from Brisbane enjoyed the sunshine at Turtle Beach Resort . For many, it was the first time they’d ev

After years of uncertainty and loss, Sarah and Damien’s family discovered stability, healing and hope for the future through their very...

After more than a decade of separation, a family torn apart by conflict was finally reunited, and their very first holiday gave them the...

The Happy Place Art Exhibition  at The Nook Gallery & Studios in Mornington was a truly special evening, filled with creativity and...

Next Market: Sunday 15 December 2024 Time: 10am - 3pm Location: Murrumbeena Uniting Church (Indoor Hall) There will be over 35 local...

Susi and her two sons, Danish (10) and Husain (14), embarked on their first-ever getaway from July 6th to 13th at Phillip Island, an...

Teana, a proud Gamilaraay woman, and her three children recently embarked on a life-changing holiday, immersing themselves in a world of...

Article first published by Dandenong Star Photo: Simrat's painting of a beach sunset Where is your happy place? Young and old have got...

Magical Getaway Foundation Market

This article was first published in the Phillip Island & San Remo Advertiser on 17 March 2023. Holidays have just been a dream for Tammy...

In June 2022, two families referred by Pakenham Springs Primary School went on their first ever holidays to Phillip Island. The family's...

Four years ago Miles made a bear for a project for school. This bear was meant to help children with anxiety, depression and/or trauma...

Published by the Phillip Island and San Remo Advertiser on 1st April 2022 Six families, including ten parents, carers and 21 children,...

In March 2022, we sent 6 families (comprising of 21 children and 10 adults) on their first ever holiday. We are excited to see the return...

National Day - Friday 26 August 2022 The Magical Getaway Foundation is very proud to announce for all Australian's Magical Getaway Day...

Family has first-ever getaway in Lorne. Published by the Surf Coast Times.

Rosemary Teed, Founder of the Magical Getaway Foundation, was invited to speak for the second year at the International Week of Fair and...

Michelle's father (Laszlo) was a holocaust survivor. As a child Laszlo’s mother, father, sister and brother were all taken away right in...

In May 2021, Handled With Care made an extremely generous donation to the Magical Getaway Foundation’s Trash to Treasure initiative.