Don’t miss your chance to steal a bargain with one of the exclusive auction items on offer at the 2010 Major Fundraiser - Cocktails with Conviction.
When: Saturday 10 July 2010
Time: 7.30pm sharp
Where: Old Melbourne Gaol, 377 Russell St
Dress: Lounge suit
Cost: $150
For more information or to book, visit Cocktails with Conviction.
Mount Hotham - Hit the slopes in style
Celebrate your release from gaol on the slopes of Mount Hotham.Cruise up to the snow in style in a brand new Mercedes-Benz for the weekend and enjoy the panoramic views from your luxury mountaintop White Crystal studio apartment. This package includes two nights’ accommodation from the 27-29 August 2010 at this premier Mount Hotham accommodation for you and your partner in crime.
Make the most of your two day winter escape with mountain lift passes, equipment hire and an adult group lesson each that will allow you to experience all the slopes Mount Hotham has on offer.
Away from the cold, enjoy a complimentary bottle of wine, a $50 dining voucher and half hour massage at the Onsen Retreat + Spa. A winter escape offering the best of both worlds.
Gaol terms: Dates not transferable. Donated by: HSBC Bank Australia and Mercedes-Benz
Barnbougle Dunes Golf getaway
Grab your golf bag and your favourite three inmates for a guys’ weekend at Australia’s number one public golf course, Barnbougle Dunes.The four of you will leave everything behind and fly return economy to Tasmania for three days of golf, cuisine and the finest ales.
After picking up your hire car and driving north east of Launceston, you will arrive at the breathtaking Barnbougle Dunes. Earning a reputation as one of the world’s best links courses, Barnbougle Dunes meanders through the coastal dunes, along the pristine beaches on Anderson Bay.
After a restful night on the course, fuel up with a full buffet breakfast and stroll down to the first tee.
You will enjoy two rounds of golf and after working up an appetite, enjoy an evening at the Barnbougle Dunes restaurant with a $250 dining voucher. The restaurant serves up Tasmania’s freshest produce and an abundant wine list.
The experience also includes a Beer Lovers Tour at Boag’s Brewery in Launceston, where you’ll have the opportunity to taste Boag’s award winning beers with premium Tasmanian cheeses.
Gaol terms: Subject to availability with bookings essential. The Beer Lovers Tour must be taken on a weekday. Donated by: Barnbougle Dunes, Thrifty Car Hire and Boag’s Launceston
Escape to Tassie with Hawthorn Football Club
Bail yourself out to travel to Launceston with the Hawks team for their Round 21 match against Fremantle on Saturday 21 August 2010. You and a friend will jump on the same flight, stay in the same hotel and travel to and from Aurora Stadium with the team. You will feel the tension and excitement in the change rooms as the players prepare for the game. Football Operations Manager Mark Evans will speak to you about the match ahead and you will be given a team role for the afternoon.
Pack lightly as you will be decked out in all the latest PUMA team gear and will come home with the match ball signed by Coach Alastair Clarkson and Captain Sam Mitchell.
In between your commitments with the team you will watch the game from premium reserved seats.This is an experience like no other that will give you an insight into the life of Hawks players.
Gaol terms: Date and game not transferrable. Other personal expenses on the trip are not included.
Ladies makeover
Swap your shackles for some bling with this full ladies make over.A one hour consultation with corporate stylist Amber Renae will have you ready to purchase a new wardrobe for your post-prison look. With Amber and a best friend by your side you will hit the shops with a $500 MYER voucher in hand. Afterwards you will take a short trip to ANI Jewellery to spend $2,000 on fine jewellery and then onto Swimwear Galore to choose a pair of bathers with $250. Your shopping spree will finish with a new PUMA outfit to the value of $1,000.
After all this shopping relax at Isika Day Spa at Crown Metropol with a pampering voucher to the value of $400. Then we are sending you out on the town! Off to the Long Room in your fabulous new wardrobe and $150 voucher in hand for a night of makeovers, manicures and martinis, a Saturday night full of pampering and cocktails.
This makeover worth over $5,000 is sure to have you feeling brand new.
Gaol terms: Must be conducted at a mutually available time. Donated by: ANI Jewellery, Amber Renae, Isika Day Spa at Crown Metropol, Myer, PUMA, Long Room and Swimwear Galore
Sean Cummins workshop with the master
Smuggle creative mastermind, Sean Cummins, into your workplace.Creator of the Virgin Blue brand alongside Richard Branson, Hawthorn Board Director Sean Cummins is an advertising guru. His creative drive is behind some of Australia’s most successful advertising campaigns ‘You’ll Love Every Piece of Victoria’, the longest running advertising tourism campaign in the world and ‘The Best Job in the World’ campaign, which delivered over $100 million in media exposure.
Sean Cummins is offering your company the chance to secure a full day marketing strategy workshop. The mastermind will work with your company to create strategy and conduct a brand audit and assessment to ensure you use your marketing investments to their maximum. Put your brand on the map with the help of Sean Cummins.
Gaol terms: Must be conducted at a mutually available time. Donated by: Sean Cummins
Seven nights in Soul - Surfers Paradise
You have been sentenced to the 28th floor of Surfers Paradise newest attraction, Soul Apartments.In its final stages of construction, you will enjoy exclusive access to these designer apartments during the Grand Opening of Soul. The 77 story building presents luxury residential apartments on the Esplanade at Surfers Paradise Beach, comparable to some of the world’s most coveted coastal developments.
This package includes seven nights’ accommodation and return airfares from Melbourne to the Gold Coast for two adults.
Soul Apartments is raising the bar in beachfront accommodation and this is your chance to experience it first.
Gaol terms: Availability subject to project completion, expected to be completed between November 2010 and March 2011. Must be used during the grand opening period.Donated by: Sean Cummins
Emirates London return flights
Escape to Europe with two return Emirates economy flights to London, worth over $4500.
The options are infinite. Base yourself in London and take in the sights from the roof of your double decker bus or take that romantic trip through France and Italy. Discover the beauty of Spain and Morocco or the history of Greece. This is your chance to take a great escape and experience all that your dream destination has to offer.
Isn’t it time you took that holiday?
Gaol terms: Subject to availability. Booking is essential. Accommodation and transfers not included. Donated by: Emirates
Cook up a feast with one of Melbourne’s top chefs and Sewelly
Lock up five of your closest friends and relax as a professional chef cooks for your own private dinner party hosted by Hawks player Brad Sewell.
Jonathan Yankoulis, head chef of one of Melbourne’s hippest eateries, Café Sienna, will come to your house and prepare a three-course dinner party.
After a consultation at his South Yarra café, Jonathan will tailor the menu to perfectly suit your intimate party of six. You will then head to the market with Jonathan and Sewelly to buy fresh produce for your menu. From here you can sit back and relax as Sewelly hosts you and your friends in the comfort of your own home.
Gaol terms: Must be conducted at a mutually available time. Alcohol not included. Donated by: Jonathan Yankoulis
The Good Oil on Buddy
Only a few of the world’s sporting elite will have the honour of being immortalised in an original oil painting and this tribute is usually reserved for the end of a career. However, world-renowned artist Dave Thomas has spent over 160 hours producing this amazing tribute to, in his words “Australia’s most exciting and dynamic athlete”.
Dave Thomas is an Archibald Prize finalist, Doug Moran Prize finalist and has work hanging on prestigious walls around the world, including Australia’s Parliament House. Dave’s sporting portraits have fetched upwards of $90,000. This amazing piece of Lance ’Buddy’” Franklin measures approximately 1.8 x 1.5 metres, is one-of-a-kind and would be the most unique addition to your boardroom, office or home.
Donated by: Dave Thomas
Brownlow - The ultimate AFL experience
March out of gaol and straight onto the red carpet at this year’s Brownlow Medal on Monday 20 September 2010.Arrive at Crown Towers where you will spend the evening in a deluxe standard room for two. A make-up artist will come to the room to prepare her for the glitz and glamour of the Brownlow and for him, a tailored SOHO Workshop suit to give the players a run for their money and a $250 voucher from Man What A Fuss.
The experience includes two tickets to the official function at Crown Palladium where you will mingle with AFL’s elite and watch the best player of 2010 awarded the Chas Brownlow Medal.
Wind down the next day with a $100 voucher from Isika Day Spa at Crown Metropol and breakfast at the Conservatory. Valet parking included.
Donated by: Isika Day Spa at Crown Metropol, SOHO Workshop, Carmel Minutoli, Man What a Fuss and Crown Towers
Masters Pro-Am
Tiger’s back! In this ultimate golfing experience you can be there with him as he defends his Masters title in November.You will have two exclusive spots on a Pro-Am team with Hawthorn Coach Alastair Clarkson and a pro-golfer that will tee off at the Victoria Golf Club, Melbourne on Wednesday 10 November 2010. The night before you and a guest will attend the JB Were Masters Gala Dinner to mingle with the golfing elite, including Sergio Garcia and Camilo Villegas.
This package also includes two VIP passes to the JB Were Masters on all four days of the tournament, 11-14 November 2010 so you don’t miss a single shot.
Gaol terms: Must be over 18 years of age. Dates not transferable. Donated by: IMG
Ultimate home theatre system
You will want to lock yourself in your lounge room with this incredible new home theatre system.Whether it’s the footy, a movie or your favourite sitcom, this is the ultimate way to watch television in your own home.
The package includes:
- Panasonic 50” V series (premium model) full HD neo plasma panel
- Accusound 5.1 channel home theatre system with powered subwoofer
- Yamaha 5.1 channel (500 watts) natural sound AV receiver
- Topfield twin high definition tuner PVR (personal video recorder) with 500GB hard disk drive
Donated by: The Good Guys Nunawading
The Ashes
View the Ashes from the best seats in the house, the MCG Grand Suite.The Boxing Day test is one of Australia’s biggest events on the sporting calendar and will feature the Aussies up against England in the fourth test of the 2010 Ashes series.
A table for eight awaits you in the MCG Grand Suite, fully catered with a three-course meal and premium ales so you and your friends don’t miss a delivery.
Sit back and relax as the baggy green fight to reclaim the Ashes. One underground car park and one Yarra park car pass included.
Gaol terms: Must be used on 26 December 2010. Donated by: Spotless Catering
NT Fishing Trip - Fishing with the stars
Flee up north to the most remote parts of the Northern Territory on a fishing charter with Hawthorn’s legends of the 80s, Gary Buckenara, Chris Mew, John Kennedy and Russell Morris.This is a once-in-a-lifetime fishing experience for you and a friend that will take you down virtually untouched waters on a unique four day live-on fishing charter out of Darwin.
You will arrive in central Darwin on 17 August 2010 and stay at the 4.5 star Argus Apartments. Depart the following day on your fishing vessel through remote waters that day trippers can’t reach. You will sleep on the air-conditioned boat, allowing you to wake up on the water ready for another uninterrupted day of fishing.
You will return to Darwin on 21 August 2010 and stay another night at Argus Apartments before departing on 22 August 2010.
Includes:
- Return airfares to Darwin
- Meals and beverages on the fishing charter
- All fishing equipment
Oaks Day
Ladies, choose your closest three prisoners and find a fabulous dress because you are heading to the races!The four of you have exclusive tickets to Hawthorn’s corporate elevated marquee at Oaks Day where you can watch the horses, or fashion, run by. The marquee is fully catered for with canapés and premium beverages to ensure you enjoy your race day away from the crowds.
A make-up artist will get the group glammed up in the morning before being chauffeured to Flemington. Afterwards, Toorak’s Maya Bar will host a party for your group with cocktails and nibbles taking you well into the night.
Gaol terms: Must be used on Oaks Day, Thursday 4 November 2010. Donated by: Maya Bar
Channel 9 advertising package
Plead your case in front of millions of viewers with $20,000 worth of television airtime on the Nine Network.This advertising package is presented by the Nine Network which has long been Australia’s top-rating commercial television network, meaning your message will reach millions of viewers nation-wide.
Gaol terms: Must be used within 12 months. Advertising will be placed on a “Run of Station” basis and is subject to availability. Airtime can be placed on TCN 9 Sydney, GTV 9 Melbourne, QTQ 9 Brisbane and nationally on GO!
Donated by: Channel 9
Philippines Getaway
Wash your sins away with a ten day holiday for two in the crystal blue waters of the Philippines.Begin your trip with two nights in Manila, staying at a top hotel in the heart of the capital city. Then make your escape via private car and boat to Puerto Galera, a beautiful beach community renowned as one of the best diving locations in the world. Here you have seven nights’ accommodation in Out of the Blue Private Villas, which includes champagne on arrival and daily breakfast.
The two of you will experience the true beauty of Puerto Galera with a fourday diving course. When you emerge from the glassy water you can relax in the hands of a local massage therapist or embark on an excursion through the mountains to discover Puerto Galera’s hidden treasures.
Finish one of your days with dinner for two at The Verandah. Return economy airfares to Manila included.
Gaol terms: Subject to availability with booking essential. Donated by: Chris Shannon, Out of the Blue Resort and Action Divers
Golf at the Capital - A round with the chief warden
Grab the key to unlock one of Australia’s most prestigious golf courses Capital Golf Club.This exclusive golfing experience is for two people to play alongside Hawthorn President Jeff Kennett and Coach Alastair Clarkson at Capital Golf Course.
Created by Lloyd Williams, Capital Golf Club is a culmination of Williams’ best international golfing experiences, brought together with the help of top course architect Peter Thomson, to produce arguably the finest golf course in Australia. The stunning course , boasts long-stretching fairways and immaculate greens and is otherwise inaccessible to the average golfer.
After a round of golf you will sit down to lunch with Jeff and Alastair at the clubhouse, overlooking the magnificent course.
Gaol terms: Must be conducted at a mutually available time. Donated by: Jeff Kennett and Capital Golf Club
Bolton Wanderers
It would be a crime if you didn’t make the most of this - a trip to England to watch an English Premier League match.This package includes return economy airfares, two nights’ accommodation overlooking Reebok Stadium and exclusive tickets to the Chairman’s Lounge at any of Bolton Wanderers’ 2010/2011 home matches. You will dine in the Chairman’s Lounge before watching the match from a Director’s Box at Reebok Stadium.
It is the ultimate way to watch the world game!
Gaol terms: Must be used during the 2010/2011 season. Booking is essential. Donated by: Phil Gartside and Ed Sill
Inner Hawk experience
Experience a rare insight into Australian Rules Football with a six month Inner Hawk experience.For this year’s round 22 match against Collingwood, you will gain access into the coaches’ box with Alastair Clarkson where you will see the emotions, hard work and intelligence behind Hawthorn Football Club first-hand. Watch the tactical side of football unfold, the thinking behind strategies and feel the intensity as the game heats up.
Access to the change rooms before and after the match will give you an insight into the preparation and recovery required to play football at the highest level. Listen to Clarko address the players before the game and see the focus in their eyes.
The exclusive package also includes an Inner Hawk lunch at Waverley Park on Thursday 5 August 2010. President Jeff Kennett and Head of Coaching and Development Chris Fagan will share insights about the day-to-day runnings of the Club.
This is a once-in-a-lifetime experience and fantastic insight into one of the most professional teams in the AFL.
Goal terms: Must be conducted in 2010 at a mutually available time.
Break out in a Mercedes-Benz
Drive away from the Old Melbourne Gaol with a new Mercedes-Benz 2010 CLC 200K Evolution Edition.With Bi-Xenon headlights, a panoramic sunroof and 18” 5 twin-spoke alloys, rear tinted privacy glass and glass panoramic sunroof, the new CLC 200K Evolution Edition is exceptional for a fast-moving lifestyle.
This distinctive sports coupe features recent enhancements to an already convincing package, which includes an expressive exterior design, high quality sports interior, dynamic and agile handling characteristics and new-generation telematics and audio.
With its superb quality and workmanship, this special Evolution Edition adds even more to a stunning Mercedes-Benz vehicle. Exit in style, exit in a new Mercedes.
RRP is $64,820. Choose your colour.
Donated by: Mercedes-Benz Melbourne
There will also be 100 silent auction items on offer on the night.
If you’re unable to attend the event but would like to make a bid on an auction item, please contact the events team on events@hawthornfc.com.au or 03 9535 3069.
Event partners
Mercedes-Benz Melbourne
The Good Guys Nunawading
Event supporters
Liquid Infusion Mobile Bar Service
The Candy Buffet Company
Thank you to our donors for their support.
The important job of fundraising for this year’s major fundraiser was made possible through the generous support received from the following companies and individuals who have kindly donated items or services:
Action Divers
Amber Renae
Andrew Newbold
ANI Jewellery
Arafura Bluewater Charters
Argus Apartments Darwin
Arrive Wealth Management
Artists Photographer
Australian Dancing Society
Barnbougle Dunes
Beiersdorf Australia
Boag’s Launceston
Box Hill Hawks Football Club
Budget Rent A Car Tasmania
Callaway Golf
Capital Golf Club
Carl Peterson
Carmel Minutoli
Channel 9
Chris Shannon
Country Club Tasmania
Cricket Australia
Crown
Danielle Clarke
Danny Green
Dave Thomas
DMA Supplies
Ed Sill
Elgas
Emirates
Etihad Stadium
Eureka Skydeck
Fitness First
Ford Performance Racing
General Motors Holden
Glenferrie Hotel
Grandstand Dental Care
Hawthorn Aquatic and Leisure Centre
Hawthorn Football Club Directors
Hilton on the Park Melbourne
Hockey Australia
HSBC
Hyatt Coolum
IMG
Isika Day Spa
IT Today
Jacqui Cooper
Jardan Australia
Jeff Kennett
Jonathan Yankoulis
Kingswood Golf Club
Lifestyle Portraits
Long Room
Man What a Fuss
Marriner Theatres
Martin Ralston
Maya Bar
Melbourne Aquarium
Mercedes-Benz Melbourne
Merv Jennings
Melbourne and Olympic Parks Trust
MYER
Netball Victoria
Novotel Coffs Harbour Pacific Bay Resort
Out of the Blue Resort
Peninsula Hot Springs
Phil Gartisde
Piccoli Photography
Picture This Ballooning
Port Phillip Sea Pilots
PUMA
Pure South
Ray Wilson
Re-Creation Health Club Armadale and Glen Iris
Rhan Hooper
Ricoh
Rinoldi Pasta
Rosevears Vineyard
Russell Athletic
Sean Cummins
Sherrin
SOHO Workshop
Spotless Catering
Star21
Swimwear Galore
Tamar Ridge
Teeny Me
Tennis Australia
The Good Guys Nunawading
The National Golf Club
Thrifty Car Hire
Tourism Tasmania
Travisty
Victorian Racing Club
YMCA Docklands
