News
Rugby stars throw support
- Date Published: 26 Feb 2010
- Section: RFDS South Eastern Section
Sydney’s rugby stars have joined forces with the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) for the charity’s annual rugby fundraising dinner in April.
The dinner, now in its 10th year, will feature special guests including former World Cup winning Wallabies coach Bob Dwyer, former Wallaby and Waratah player and now Waratah kicking coach Matt Burke and current Waratah players Adam Freier, Berrick Barnes, Lachlan Turner and Tatafu Polota-Nau.
RFDS general manager John Verhelst says professional rugby players and the Flying Doctor have two major things in common: dedication and teamwork.
“For 82 years, the Flying Doctor has been providing vital medical care to people in rural, regional and remote Australia, be it via emergency rescues or the delivery of essential health care services,” Mr Verhelst said.
“Rugby players are dedicated to their sport and their team in much the same way as the Flying Doctor is dedicated to delivering the finest care to the furthest corners of Australia.
“And we are delighted to have the support of rugby’s elite in helping to raise awareness of our vital work,” Mr Verhelst said.
The 10th annual Royal Flying Doctor Service Rugby Dinner is taking place on Monday 19 April 2010 at the Four Seasons Hotel, Sydney. Tickets are available for $200 per person or $1750 for tables of 10, and can be purchased by contacting Front Row Events on 02 9439 3434 or bookings@frontrowevents.com.au.
“All rugby supporters and Flying Doctor fans are invited to come along to meet the stars of the field and the skies, and help us raise much-needed funds for the RFDS,” Mr Verhelst concluded.
Waratah Adam Freier and his teammates will be special guests at the 10th annual RFDS Rugby Dinner in April.
