Good Friday Island Sunset Cruise Appeal

Good Friday Appeal 2026

A fundraiser evening Island Sunset Cruise!

A charity evening Island Sunset Cruise on the 1st of April 2026 in support of the Good Friday Appeal, with 50% of all ticket sales donated directly to the appeal.

Funds raised help support the vital work of The Royal Children’s Hospital, with additional contributions coming from onboard raffles, auctions and games featuring prizes generously donated by local businesses.

The 1 hour 45 minute cruise departs from San Remo Jetty at 5:45pm, exploring Western Port’s sheltered eastern waters as the sun begins to dip.


Enjoy live music from Olly and Scuzzi, a complimentary grazing platter with cheese, crackers and fruit, and a licensed bar open throughout the cruise. Thanks to the support of local businesses, there’ll also be plenty happening on board as we raise funds through auctions, raffles and games, with some incredible local prizes up for grabs.

As the vessel returns to San Remo beneath the Phillip Island Bridge, the town lights begin to glow, A fun night that brings people together while giving back.

The Good Friday Appeal has been raising funds for sick kids and their families at The Royal Children’s Hospital (RCH) for 95 years.

Through the generosity of the community, the RCH continues to deliver world‑class, comprehensive care.

Every dollar donated supports:

  • Ground‑breaking research
  • State‑of‑the‑art equipment
  • Training and unique patient‑centred care programs

In just one year (2024–2025), hundreds of thousands of kids were cared for:

  • 85,415 appointments for urgent and essential care in the Emergency Department
  • 53,450 admissions to a ward, where children and young people received expert, compassionate care
  • 15,106 surgeries, paving the way for brighter futures
  • An incredible 456,000 outpatients seen — that’s an average of 1,250 appointments a day

By supporting this fundraiser, you are part of the impact, helping children live their best possible lives.

Please help make a difference and share this page with your friends, families, and networks.

Thank you for giving for the kids.

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My Updates

What A Night On The Water 🌅

Thursday 2nd Apr
We’re so proud to share that together we have now raised just over $5,000 for the Good Friday Appeal. An incredible effort from our community. A huge thank you to everyone who came along, supported the night, and helped make it such a special experience out on the bay. We’re also so grateful to the amazing local businesses who donated prizes and got behind the event: Purple Hen Winery, Ocean Reach Brewing, French Island General Store, French Island Vineyards, Wilmot Harvey, Ingenia, Holiday Park Inverloch, Anchor Belle Holiday Park, Amaze’N Things, San Remo IGA, Kaloha Holiday Resort, Phillip Island CrossFit, Butter Yoga, Girls On Board, Penny Lane, Ocean View Hotel, Island Healing, Western, Port Ferries, Twisted Baker, Bass strait direct, San Remo Fishermans Co-Op & Olly & Scuzzy Local support like this is what makes nights like these possible. 💙

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