AVA Dining in Milawa will host a special fundraising dinner on Friday, 25 July, with all proceeds going to support the Northeast Health Wangaratta (NHW) Newborn Critical Care Appeal.
This community-focused evening will feature: snacks on arrival, a five-course dinner with expertly matched beverages, and one entry into the evening’s raffle.
Tickets are $130 per person and doors will open from 6pm.
Guests will also have the chance to take part in a silent auction and raffle, with all funds raised going towards the purchase of two neonatal resuscitation units - critical equipment that will support the safe care of newborns at NHW.
Bookings are essential and can be made via scanning the QR code.
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NHW chief executive officer Libby Fifis thanked Ava Dining for leading this initiative and hosting what promises to be a standout evening of food, community and generosity.
"We're incredibly grateful to Ava Dining for taking the lead on this event and choosing to support the appeal," she said.
"It’s a great example of local partnership in action, where great food meets a great cause.
"We’re calling on more local businesses and community members to get involved and help us give our youngest patients the best possible start in life.”
Paul Szeligiewicz, head chef and owner of Ava, said the business is proud to be part of something that brings the community together while supporting a service as essential as NHW.
“We’ve put a lot of love and effort into this event because it means a lot to us," he said.
"NHW helped ensure the safe arrival of our three baby girls, and we’re incredibly grateful for that.
"We hope future families receive the same level of care.
"We’ve created a menu that showcases the best local produce, and we’re looking forward to a great night.”
Donations to the NHW Appeal help fund the purchase of two state-of-the-art Panda Neonatal Infant Resuscitation Units.
Every donation, large or small, contributes to better health outcomes for the region.
All donations of $2 or more are tax-deductible.
To make a donation, visit: nhw.org.au/appeal.
