Bonython Park, Adelaide SA

Leighton is proud to be the first national partner of the Touched by Olivia Foundation, helping to to build inclusive playgroudswhere children and adults of all abilities can play and interact. Projects together include Livvi's Place Five Dock, and other play spaces are in development in  in VIC and WA. There's been interest in developing an inclusive playground together in SA, so this fun run has been organised by one of the fantastic Leighton staffers in SA to generate donations and awareness

The Event

This will be a low support event, which simply means that anyone can turn up on the day and travel the suggested course in whatever manner suits them. The suggested starting time will be 9:00am, and the course will leave from Bonython Park. It will cross over to the north side of the river at the weir near Adelaide Gaol, travel along the shared pathway past the convention centre, before looping back over the pedestrian bridge after Adelaide Zoo, just before Hackney road, and returning to the starting point along the opposite bank. The course is around 8km long, although there are plenty of opportunities to take a bridge crossing at an earlier point for those who prefer a shorter option. This is an event where you do it your way, and everyone is invited to join in. The morning will be open to runners / walkers, and anyone interested in sparing some time for an hour or two to help marshal the event on the day.
 

Donations
In order to raise some money for this great cause, Leighton have organised some light refreshments in return for a donation. The Touched by Olivia Foundation is run by volunteers, so all donations will go directly to the charity. You can also make a donation directly, by going to the team page at: http://www.everydayhero.com.au/ rabbleofbutterflies.

This is a team page, so anyone from Leighton is welcome to join and help raise donations, by going to this site and clicking on the ‘Join the Team’ button. If you’re not in Adelaide, then it’s very easy to create your own Butterfly Run in your home town.Contact Rebecca Ho at Touched by Olivia on 0414 506 606 for more information. 

Make it Personal - From the organiser, Sara Harvey.
 

We tend to support those charities that are closest to our hearts. For me, I happen to know that I am extremely lucky in having two very healthy (rather naughty) children. My younger sister hasn’t been so lucky. About a year and a half ago she and her husband had twin girls, born at just 24 weeks. After fighting for a month, Ava passed away. Her sister Emily has definitely inherited the family ‘stubborn’ gene, and while she likes to present her family and her doctors with a series of ongoing challenges she is continuing to progress slowly. So I will be running for Ava and for Emily, because the playgrounds sponsored by this charity are for children like them. Come and help me celebrate the children that have touched your life.

Family Friendly
 

There are two playgrounds in Bonython Park, where you can leave your kids with a partner / friend / family and then go and enjoy the run / walk (that’s the plan, anyway). There is plenty of parking available, toilets, and picnic areas.

Contact Details
If you’re interested in participating, please feel free to contact Sara by emailing her at sara.harvey@leicon.com.au. This event is open to all – including family, friends, and anyone else who’d like to participate. Maps and location details will be provided to anyone who registers in advance, with extras available on the day. Thanks for your support.

The Mayor of the City of Ryde in partnership with the Ryde Hunters Hill Pirates Cricket Club is hosting an annual charity match and Touched by Olivia Foundation has been chosen as the beneficiary charity in 2012.

In response to the idea that we often take things for granted, the Pirates Cricket Club established an Annual Charity Cricket Day in 2003 to raise money for organisations assisting children in need. The club has donated $10,000 to charities simply by harnessing the goodwill of the Pirates Seniors players, sponsors and friends. This year, the Pirates Club will partner with the City of Ryde to support the Touched by Olivia Foundation. Over 2000 local residents are expected to enjoy this fun family day as the Mayor’s XI, comprising local residents and sports stars, go head to head with the Pirates best.

Why? To promote active healthy living in the city of Ryde with a high profile event, raising funds for a community project - the Livvi's Place Inclusive Playground at Ryde
When? Sunday 4 March 2012 from 9am - 2pm
Where? Ryde Oval, Ryde
 

Come down for a free, fun evening at Yamble Reserve, before we transform it into the home of our newest Livvi's Place. There'll be refreshments available, but bring the family, a  blanket and a donation if your are feeling generous.

Thanks to our partners City of Ryde.

We value the contribution the children with disability make to our community, and look forward to celebrating on International Day of People with Disability.

Come along to Livvi's Place, Timbrell Park - Cnr of Ingham Ave and Henley Marine Drive Five Dock on Saturday 3rd December for PLAYABILITY!

Free jumping castles, face painting, crazy hair, balloons, all day entertainment. Lots of yummy food to purchase from BBQ to gozleme and an icy treat to wash it down.

Make your mark on Livvi's Place Five Dock with the opportunity to paint a hand tile that will make a lasting legacy at the playground.

Playability is supported by City of Canada Bay Council, Canada Bay Club, Warwick Williams Real Estate, FaCHSIA and co hosted by our friends at Children with Disability Australia. 

Make your mark on Livvi's Place Ryde. 

Visit the Touched by Olivia and Communities for Communities stand on Rowe St to purchase and paint a ceramic  tile that will live in Livvi's Place for decades. 

For more information visit: http://www.ryde.nsw.gov.au/Community/ Special+Events/Granny+Smith+Festival

We're planning to upgrade the playground at Banjo Patterson Park, Jindabyne to an inclusive play space. It will be a very special place, a community hub, where people play side by side regardless of their abilities.

Come and celebrate the launch of our project at Season Ender 2011. Hosted by The Station, Jindabyne on Saturday 8th October 2011 from 10 – 4pm. THere'll be jumping castles, pony rides and face painting

* Ski boot throwing
* Running Race on skis
* Snowboard bunny hop race
* Game of cricket

We'll have raffles, auctions, live music and lots of yummy stuff to eat! Bring your gold coins to donate and celebrate the end of another wonderful snow season with the Jindabyne Community. 

For more information visit www.facebook.com/jindabyneplayground
 

The Smurfs we grew up with have hit the big screen! To celebrate, the Touched by Olivia Foundation has organised a Family Flick. Come along to Event Cinemas Top Ryde City … it’s going to be SMURFY!

 Get your face painted blue
 Grab a smurfy cupcake
 Play the all new Wii Smurfs Dance Party game (thanks to Ubisoft) on the big screen, and have the chance to win a copy to take home!
 Tickets are $20 each and include a small drink and popcorn.
 Children under 2 are free

All funds raised go to build Livvi's Place Inclusive Playground in Ryde.

To purchase your ticket, make a payment with your name in the subject to:

Account name: Touched By Olivia Foundation
Bank: National Australia Bank (NAB) Balmain
BSB number: 082 125
Acct number: 867180673

Looking forward to seeing you there!
 

An Annual Family Fun Event previously known as The Ryde Aquatic Festival has been renamed "The Ryde Rivers Festival". Organised by the Rotary Club of Gladesville to celebrate the historical significance of the waterways to the City of Ryde, the festival is a free annual fun-day for the whole family and its purpose is to raise funds for Ryde Rehab and Livvi's Place Inclusive Playground at Yamble Reserve, Ryde.

The Ryde Rivers Festival gets under way at 9.00am with a 5km Fun Run & Walk. The spectacular Dragon Boat Challenge starts on the water at 9.30am and runs continuously throughout the day, while the Billy Cart Derby commences at noon and the Children's Fun Games get under way at 1:00pm. There is also FREE KING FU PANDA STAGE SHOWS AND MEET AND GREET...

www.ryderiversfestival.com

Our good friends at Top Ryde City are throwing a party, and Touched By Olivia is getting the presents! Come along Saturday 20 August from 10am - 4pm and purchase fairy floss, or have a go on the laughing clowns. All proceeds go to TBOF, and every cent we raise on the day will be matched in donation from Top Ryde City! Now, that's how we like to party!

Click here for more details, or here for a line up of all the fun and festivity!

After a few years of fundraising and a great amount of effort from Shayne Sutton and the amazing council at Brisbane City, our newest inclusive playground is set to launch. Be at Hawthorne Park this Sunday 26 June, from 9am -12pm, to celebrate with the community. 

• Free face painting
• Brisbane brass band
• Bring a picnic, your family and share this special day with us.

Viva Las Vegas!

The Butterfly Ball is the Touched by Olivia Foundation’s flagship fundraising event. This year we will celebrate in “Viva Las Vegas” style at the prestigious Parkside Ballroom, Convention Centre, Darling Harbour on Saturday 21 May 2011. 

So get out your Blue Suede Shoes to shimmy with a showgirl - we have a night full of fun for you! And all funds raised will go towards the Sydney Children's Hospital to help sick kids.

SATURDAY 21 MAY 2011
6.30pm - 12am
Parkside Ballroom, Sydney Convention Centre
Tickets include 3 course meal, all champagne, wine, beer and softdrinks
Dress - Formal or Viva Las Vegas
MC - Jay Laga'aia

The evening will be a feast of fabulous food and wine, exciting prizes and performances including an Elvis Look-a-Like Competition.

Update - Tickets SOLD OUT!