High Tea for Hope 2026 (CANCELLED)

Join us for an unforgettable afternoon at the beautiful 1 Hotel Melbourne with Cathy Freeman AC, Olympic champion and proud Kuku Yalanji and Birri Gubba woman who captured hearts around the world with her gold medal win at the Sydney 2000 Olympics. Cathy will share her powerful story of resilience, determination, and the legacy she continues to build both on and off the track.

SPECIAL GUEST

Cathy Freeman AC

Cathy Freeman’s journey is one of courage, achievement, and inspiration. From winning her first race at eight years old to becoming the first Aboriginal Australian to win Olympic gold, Cathy has broken barriers and captured hearts worldwide.

At the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games, she made history by lighting the Olympic flame and winning gold in the 400m, a moment that became iconic across the globe. Today she continues to inspire through her advocacy and work empowering future generations.

EVENT DETAILS

📍 1 Hotel Melbourne | 9 Maritime Place, Docklands VIC 3008

📅 Sunday 24 May 2026

🕑 2 to 5:30PM

🎟️ $225 plus GST per person

All proceeds go to You Matter, helping provide essential support to women and children impacted by family violence.

Tickets are now on sale. Do not miss this extraordinary afternoon of inspiration, hope, and community.🧡

TICKET TYPES

Your experience includes: high tea menu and 3.5 hour beverage package (sparkling, white wine, red wine, beer, soft drinks, juice, tea and coffee)

Single Ticket | $247.50 inclusive of GST

Group Ticket: Table of 8 | $1,950 inclusive of GST

Stay tuned for further announcements