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THE NigHT aT THE MusEuMausTraliaN MusEuM FouNdaTioNPROGRAM & AUCTION GUIDE

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Contents

About the Australian Museum 4

Order of events 6

Menu 6

Raffle 7

The auctions 8

Live auction 9

Silent auction 13

Our thanks 28

Image: Interior of the Long Gallery, 1887, photograph by Henry Barnes, Australian Museum Archives: AMS351/V961

australian Museum Foundation Trustees

Diccon Loxton, ChairmanJohn Pearson, Deputy ChairmanMichael ChaayaAilsa CrammondTim GoodmanChris GrubbFrank Howarth PSM

Alasdair MacLeodScott ReidDavid RickardsBrian Sherman AM

Fiona Sinclair

australian Museum Trustees

Catherine Livingstone AO, PresidentDavid ArmstrongPaul ConnorProfessor Merlin CrossleyBelinda GibsonSteven GreggDr Roderic Kefford AM

Karina KellyRobynne QuigginDavid Sherley

Director and CEO

Kim McKay AO

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Welcome and the long gallery

Tonight we are raising funds to transform the Australian Museum’s Long Gallery.

The Long Gallery is Australia’s oldest gallery and has undergone many transitions throughout its 160-year history. It is now being transformed to create a contemporary tribute to its former glory. It will showcase rare and fascinating items from the Museum’s vast collection including prized skeletons, extinct mammals, rare insects, ancient minerals and items from the internationally-renowned Indigenous and Pacific collections. The heritage space will receive a contemporary redesign with multimedia, encouraging visitors to explore the collections at an intimate level.

Thank you for joining us. I encourage you to help us create the ‘must-see’ gallery in the region. Please dig deep.

Diccon LoxtonChairAustralian Museum Foundation

about the australian Museum

Welcome to The Night at the Museum, the third annual Australian Museum Foundation Gala Dinner.

Established in 1827, the Museum is Australia’s first museum and one of its foremost scientific research, educational and cultural institutions. It is the trusted guardian of the nation’s largest and oldest natural science and cultural collection with more than 18 million objects – and it is constantly developing and adding to the collection.

When displayed these objects can educate and inspire present and future generations. But only a small part of the collection is on display. The collection is available as an invaluable resource for researchers as a record of Australia’s and the Pacific region’s biodiversity and indigenous cultures. And the collection is not the full story. There is much more to the Museum, across its research, educational and scientific activities.

The Foundation exists solely to support the Australian Museum. Since 2005, it has provided close to $2 million in grants for the Museum to acquire important cultural and scientific objects, to undertake ground-breaking research, to mount scientific expeditions and to develop and implement innovative educational and community programs.

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MCAdam Spencer

Welcome to countryMillie Ingram

Welcome Diccon Loxton, Chairman, Australian Museum Foundation

Entree

RemarksCatherine Livingstone AO, President, Australian Museum

AddressKim McKay AO, Director and CEO, Australian Museum

PerformanceMarcus Corowa

Main course

Live auctionAuctioneer: Tim Goodman

Dessert

Silent auction concludes & raffle draw

Thanks and farewell

EntreeScallop carpaccio, finger lime dressing, baby beetroot and sorrel (msc)* (gf)*

MainPoached mulloway, fermented black bean, calovonero and pumpkin puree (gf)*

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Riverina lamb rack deboned, Jerusalem artichoke, local wild mushrooms and salt bush (gf)*

DessertValrohna chocolate cake, hibiscus and raspberry (gf)*

*(gf) Gluten Free

(msc) Marine Stewardship Council

Support the Australian Museum Foundation by purchasing a raffle ticket and go in the draw to win one of these fabulous prizes!

Credit card, cheque and cash accepted.

Tickets are 3 for $50 or 10 for $100.

First Prize BUNDA Australian South Sea pearl and diamond ‘Hollywood’ pendant in 18 carat white gold

Value $1800Donated by BUNDA

Second prizeSet of 4 Giorgio Armani ties

Value $800Donated by Giorgio Armani

Third prize Set of 3 Giorgio Armani ties

Value $600Donated by Giorgio Armani

Fourth prize1 nights’ stay at the Crown Metropol Hotel, Melbourne

Value $550Donated by Crown Metropol

Fifth prizeSet of 2 Giorgio Armani ties

Value $400Donated by Giorgio Armani

Sixth prize Susan Avery flowers voucher

Value $120Donated by Susan Avery Flowers and Events

order of events Menu

raffle

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How to bid

Silent auctionThe silent auction will commence at 6:30 pm.

• Allitemswillbedisplayedinthefoyerformostoftheevening.

• ThesilentauctionwillbeofficiallyclosedbytheMCatapproximately10.15 pm. You will be reminded 15 minutes prior to closing.

• Pleaseplaceyourbidsontheauctionbiddingsheetsprovided.Theprizes will be distributed to the highest bidder after 10.15 pm.

• Allprizesmustbecollectedbythesuccessfulbidderontheevening.

• Paymentbythesuccessfulbiddermustbemadeinfullonthenightof the auction. Payment may be made by credit card, cheque or cash.

• Itemsmayonlyberemovedbyexhibitinga‘paid’receipttoanAustralian Museum volunteer prior to the time of departure.

• Allitemswillbeatthepurchaser’sriskimmediatelyafterthefallofthe hammer and no responsibility will be incurred by the Australian Museum or the vendor for their safekeeping, delivery and condition upon receipt.

Live auction The live auction will begin at approximately 9.30 pm.

• Ifyouwishtomakeabidforanitempleasemakeyourintentionclear by raising your hand during the bidding process. Australian Museum staff acting as spotters will be posted around the room to take note of your bid.

• Eachitemwillbesoldtothehighestbidderunlesssubjecttoahigherreserve price.

• Theauctioneer’sdecisionisfinalandnodiscussionwillbe entered into.

• Paymentbythesuccessfulbiddermustbemadeinfullonthenightof the auction. Payment may be made by credit card, cheque or cash.

• Allprizesmustbecollectedbythesuccessfulbidderontheevening.

• Allsalesarefinalandtherewillbenoexchangeorrefundonitems.

• TheAustralianMuseumreservestherighttowithdrawand/oralterany item on sale prior to the call for bids.

Lot 1Arkaba Walk

Set against the backdrop of the Elder Range and Wilpena Pound in South Australia’s Flinders Ranges, the Arkaba Walk is an opportunity to experience the sights and sounds, scale and the space of outback Australia in exclusive and authentic style.

Camps are set up in spectacular locations on the property and provide the chance for you to sleep out under the stars in a swag. At the end of each day, you will be greeted at a camp set up in advance with a delicious dinner and wines and other beverages.

• Prizedoesnotincludeairfares. • Validfortwowalkerstoexperiencea3night/4day

overland walk before 8 May 2015. • Walkmustbebookedonanexistingdeparturedate

with paying guests.

Valued at $4,300Donated by Wild Bush Luxury

Lot 2 Exclusive helicopter ride with the Australian Radio Network

Experience a once in a lifetime behind-the-scenes tour of everything that goes into one of Sydney’s most respected traffic reports. You and a friend will meet at Traffic Headquarters in Bankstown and see firsthand how the Australian Radio Network reports on the traffic for its Breakfast Teams, as well as enjoy an exciting helicopter ride for two people above Australia’s largest city.

Value: pricelessDonated by Australian Radio Network

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Image courtesy: Wild Bush Luxury

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Lot 3Behind the scenes tour of Channel 7

Helen Wellings, Senior Reporter for News and Today Tonight will take you on an exclusive half-day tour of the Martin Place Studios, Control Room, Editing Booths, News and programs.

Watch Sunrise with Kochie and Sam and The Morning Show being broadcast live from the studio with special guests, music segments, cooking demonstrations, news updates and interview link-ups.

Observe how it all works and meet the TV stars and experts who put the programs together.

Value: pricelessDonated by Helen Wellings and Channel 7

Lot 4Lovers, 2013 by Rex Dupain

Born in Sydney in 1954, Rex Dupain was introduced to photography at a young age by his father and one of Australia’s most iconic photographers, Max Dupain. Rex’s works have been exhibited widely around Australia and overseas by major galleries and are held in prominent collections worldwide.

This work is a C-type, Lambda colour photograph from a limited edition of 10. 108 x 108cm. Signed and dated by the artist.

Valued at $6,750 Donated by Rex Dupain

Lot 5 Lindblad Expeditions – National Geographic Galápagos expedition

You have the opportunity to win an unforgettable 9 night expedition for two to the Galápagos aboard the magnificent National Geographic Endeavour.

Discover the islands and the undersea as you snorkel among the fish, sea turtles, penguins and sea lions; explore pristine islands and walk among colonies of animals and birds; observe rare giant tortoises in the wild and explore the waters of the Galápagos by kayak, glass bottom boat or by Zodiac. • Prizedoesnotincludeairfares.• Validfor2people.• FinaldeparturedatebaseuponavailabilitybyLindblad

Expeditions and subject to holiday and other blackouts.

Valued at $10,980 Donated by Lindblad Expeditions – National Geographic

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Image: Lovers (detail) 2013 by Rex Dupain Images courtesy of Lindblad Expeditions – National Geographic

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Lot 1 Private dinner for ten at the Australian Museum

Enjoy an exclusive dining experience for you and your friends in the Museum. When you book, culinary General Manager, Sebastien Lutaud will meet with you to create an exclusive menu for your event. Sebastien has a wealth of global and local experience in Michelin starred restaurants in the UK and hatted restaurants in Australia such as Felix, Tetsuya’s, The Ledbury and Bilson’s.

• Thisprizeincludesallfood,service,roomhireandbeveragestothe value of $2500 for a maximum of ten guests.

• Validuntil28September2015andbookingissubjecttoavailability.

Valued at $2,500. Opening bid: $1300Donated by Restaurant Associates

Lot 2 Up close & personal with Taronga Zoo’s big cats

You and 5 guests will get the opportunity to walk through the Big Cat den area and stand metres away from Taronga’s Snow Leopards, Sumatran Tigers, Lions and even Sun Bears. You will then watch the big cats enjoy their afternoon feed. Meet their keepers and hear fascinating facts and stories about these amazing creatures. After the tour is complete you will then have the opportunity to explore the rest of the zoo at you own leisure.

• Thisexperienceissubjecttoavailabilityonweekdaysonlyand is for a maximum of 6 people.

• Childrenunder10yearsarenotpermitted.• Validuntil8May2015.

Valued at $1100. Opening bid: $600Donated by the Taronga Conservation Society

Lot 6Luxury 2 night stay at Lizard Island Resort and exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the Australian Museum’s Lizard Island Research Station.

Lizard Island is Australia’s premier island resort located right on the Great Barrier Reef. It is acclaimed for its pristine wilderness, sublime luxury and innovative cuisine, not to mention world-class scuba diving and snorkelling off the 24 powdery white beaches.

This incredible prize includes two 2 nights’ accommodation in a luxurious Anchor Bay Suite, scenic charter flights to and from Lizard Island from Cairns, three gourmet meals daily, alcoholic beverages, picnic hampers and use of non-motorised water sports and motorised dinghies.

This prize also features an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the internationally-renowned Lizard Island Research Station while staying at the Resort. You will be guided by one of the Station’s Directors and discover more about the vital research work being undertaken by the Station. • Thevisitincludesvehicletransferstoandfromtheresort and will take place on any weekday at a mutually convenient time for approximately 2 hours. • Pleasenotethatmainlandflightsarenotincluded.• Prizeissubjecttoavailabilityandblackoutdatesmayapply.

Valued at $6,300Donated by Delaware North Companies Parks & Resorts and the Australian Museum Lizard Island Research Station

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Images courtesy of Delaware North Companies Parks & Resorts

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Lot 3The Sydney cultural package

Looking for more culture in your life? Enjoy the extraordinary sounds of Opera Australia and the Song Company, watch the magic of Bangarra Dance Theatre and go behind the scenes at the Sydney Opera House.

Valued at $1100. Opening bid: $600Donated by Opera Australia, Song Company, Sydney Opera House and Bangarra Dance Theatre

Lot 4Romantic getaway in Sydney

Spoil yourself with an overnight escape for 2 people in a Deluxe King Room at Rydge’s World Square, Sydney and enjoy a delicious dinner at Bistro Moncur, Woollahra.

• Hotelstayvaliduntil1October2014andincludesabuffetbreakfast in the Sphere restaurant.

• NotavailableforSaturdays.

Valued at $900. Opening bid: $500Donated by Rydges Hotels and Resorts World Square and Ryan’s Hotel Group

Lot 5Italian dining experience

Indulge in a delicious Italian meal for 2 people at both Pendolino Restaurant and La Rosa Restaurant in the heart of Sydney’s CBD.

Valued at $400. Opening bid: $200Donated by Pendolino Group

Lot 6Tjanpi desert weavers (‘Tjulpu’) bird sculpture by Sheena Dodd

Made by Sheena Dodd of the Mimili Community in the Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara lands in the northwest South Australia. Created with raffia, greybeard grass and wool.

Valued at $800. Opening bid: $500Donated by Ailsa and Patrick Crammond

Lot 7 Tjanpi desert weavers (‘Bird’) sculpture by Sheena Dodd

Made by Sheena Dodd of the Mimili Community in the Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara lands in the northwest South Australia. Created with raffia, greybeard grass and wool.

Valued at $500. Opening bid: $300Donated by Ailsa and Patrick Crammond

Lot 8Cultural weekend stay in Canberra

For those who are looking for a cultural getaway then this prize is for you! Enjoy 2 nights’ accommodation in a King Executive room for 2 people at the centrally located Novotel Canberra as well as tickets to the National Gallery of Australia’s upcoming exhibition Arthur Boyd: Agony and Ecstasy from 5 September – 9 November 2014.

• Accommodationisvalidto30March2015andsubjecttoavailability on Friday, Saturday & Sunday nights only.

Valued at $600. Opening bid: $400Donated by Novotel Hotels Canberra and the National Gallery of Australia

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Lots 9 and 10Naomi Hamilton family photo shoot package

These prizes include a personal consultation and 2 hour photo shoot either on location or in the studio for 30 minutes to 2 hours depending on your needs. Plus an 8 x 12 inch beautifully retouched print and editing of images prior to your viewing.

• Limitof1voucherperfamily• Validfor6monthsafter8May2014

Valued at $320 each. Opening bid: $150Donated by Naomi Hamilton Photography

Lot 11Naomi Hamilton kids studio photo package

Package includes a personal photographic consultation and a studio photo shoot for 30 minutes – 2 hours depending on your needs. Plus an 8 x 12 inch beautifully retouched print and editing images prior to your viewing.

• Limitof1voucherperfamily.• Validfor6monthsafter8May2014.

Valued at $220. Opening bid: $120Donated by Naomi Hamilton Photography

Lots 12 and 13Styling consultation with Lynne Stockdale

Join Lynne Stockdale, Life and Style Coach, for a personalised colour consultation where you will discover your unique colour palette. Wearing the right colours will make you look healthier, vibrant and allow you to project a positive image. It is guaranteed to change your wardrobe forever.

• ValiduntilSeptember2014andmaybepassedonasagift.

Valued at: $200 each. Opening bid: $120Donated by Lynne Stockdale

Lot 14Financial planning consultation

This specialist consultation with Later Life Advice offers a great opportunity for you to understand the costs and implications of residential aged care. The consultation includes a detailed report of options to enable you to make an informed decision around aged care costs.

Valued at $880. Opening bid: $500Donated by Later Life Advice

Lots 15, 16, 17 and 18 Framed prints from the famous Scott Sisters

Framed original prints from the accomplished 19th century scientific illustrators Harriet and Helena Scott. These prints were featured in the 2011 exhibition Beauty from Nature: the Art of the Scott Sisters at the Australian Museum.

Valued at $500 each. Opening bid: $250

Lot 19Premium Mixed Case of Wine from Laithwaites Wine People

Stock up your wine cellar this winter with a case of premium reds from Laithwaites Wine People including Peter Lehmann The Antiquus Shiraz 2011, Kilikanoon ‘Testament’ Shiraz, Rymill Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon and Teusner ‘The Gentleman’ Eden Valley Cabernet Sauvignon.

Valued at $400. Opening bid: $200Donated by Laithwaites Wine People

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Lot 20Retreat 120 tent from Kathmandu

This 2–4 person Retreat 120 tent is the ideal hassle-free tent that’s great to have on hand when you get the urge to explore the countryside. Spacious for couples or friends and cosy for families.Easy to pitch with an enduring design that stands up to the weather.

Valued at $600. Opening bid: $300Donated by Kathmandu

Lot 21Revlon, Dermalogica & Cloud 9 hair styler gift hamper

Take home this fantastic package including a great range of make-up and skin care products from the trusted and respected brands Revlon and Dermalogica, as well as the new hair styler, The Touch, from Cloud 9.

Valued at $600. Opening bid: $300Donated by Revlon & Cloud 9

Lot 22Thespians delight at Belvoir and Griffin Theatre

Enjoy double passes to see the Belvoir’s play Hedda Gabler, as well as a play of your choice in the Griffin Theatre’s 2014 Main Stage season.

• HeddaGableronviewfrom28June–3August2014.

Valued at $250. Opening bid: $120Donated by Belvoir and Griffin Theatre

Lot 23‘Glamping’ package on Cockatoo Island, Sydney Harbour

Ever thought of ‘Glamping’ on an Island? Now is your chance. The one-night glamping package for 2 people includes a pre-erected Safari Bow tent (3m x3m), waterfront location, two camping beds, mattresses, sheets, towels, sun lounges, side-table, cushion and a lantern. All you need to bring is your ferry ticket, food and drinks.

• TransporttoandfromCockatooIslandisnotincludedinthispackage.• Validto8May2015andbookingssubjecttoavailability.

Valued at $175. Opening bid: $90Donated by The Sydney Harbour Federation Trust

Lot 24A wildlife forensic scientist for a day

You and your guest will spend the morning working alongside Dr Rebecca Johnson and her team of wildlife forensic scientists from the Australian Museum’s Australian Centre for Wildlife Genomics. The session will involve a tour through the laboratory facilities and wildlife collections and hands on DNA extraction of a wildlife sample.

• Maximumof2peopleandlunchincluded.• Validfor12monthsuntilMay2015.• Allowatleast4weeksbookingaheadoftimetoensurethescientists

are available.• Bookingforweekdaysonly.• Closedtoeshoesmustbeworninthelaboratory.

Valued at $900. Opening bid: $450

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Lot 25Luxury spa at the Park Hyatt Hotel

Your ideal day spa experience awaits you at the Spa at Park Hyatt. Enjoy a 60 minute massage of your choice followed by a delightful afternoon tea experience with a glass of Moet & Chandon Rose champagne.

Valued at $150. Opening bid: $90Donated by Park Hyatt Hotel

Lot 26 Media training session with Helen McCombie at Citadel Communications

This exclusive prize includes a media training session lead by one of Australia’s leading media and presentation trainers, Helen McCombie at Citadel Communications. Citadel provides specialist advice to company boards and executive management on media, investor and stakeholder issues. Each training session is tailored made for the client and is focused on delivering the right outcome for media interviews.

• Sessionscanbeconductedonanindividualorgroupbasis,depending on the circumstances and run for approximately 3 hours.

Valued at $3,800. Opening bid: $2000Donated by Citadel Communications

Lot 27A day in the field with the Australian Museum’s bird whisperers

Starting at sunrise, you and your guest will join Dr Richard Major and Jaynia Sladek as they scour the saltmarsh flats of the restricted Towra Point Nature Reserve in search of elusive birds of high conservation significance. After monitoring the population of the endangered White-fronted Chat, you will then enter the Towra Point remnant forest and use mistnets to catch, band, collect DNA and release a sample of Eastern Yellow Robins. A hearty ploughman’s lunch will be served and accompanied by your choice of beverage from the legendary Dr Dick’s Home-brew range.

• DatebyarrangementbetweenJune–August2014

Value Priceless. Opening bid: $500

Lot 2810 week health and training package

This program includes strength, cardiovascular and muscular endurance training sessions every week; individual planning and accountability tools; nutrition and health seminars; weekly support; as well as injury and movement screens with physiotherapist. This program is structured to take you from where you are now to where you want to be in 10 weeks in a fun and inspiring community.

• Trainingwilltakeplaceatanyofthelocationsofyourchoice: Rushcutters Bay, Bondi Beach, Sydney city or Balmain.

Valued at $500. Opening bid: $250Donated by Transform Health

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Lot 29 The Trustees’ mystery dozen

Enjoy this fantastic selection of cellar wines hand-picked by the Trustees of the Australian Museum Foundation.

Value $500. Opening bid: $250Donated by the Trustees of the Australian Museum Foundation

Image courtesy of Nikki To, Australian Museum

Lot 30Exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the Australian Museum’s Pacific collections

Explore the cultures of the Pacific with a behind-the-scenes tour of one of the world’s largest and most significant collections of Pacific culture. See objects collected by Captain Cook and the world’s best collection of Malagan ceremonial objects. Whether it’s the full body armour of the Kirabati islanders, or the star maps of the Polynesian navigators, something is sure to surprise and delight.

• Tourdurationisbetween1–1.5hoursandincludesupto6people.

Valued at $1,000. Opening bid: $500

Lot 31Exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the Australian Museum’s natural sciences collections

From the bizarre goblin shark to historic funnel web spiders, rare tree kangaroos to jewelled butterflies, the range, beauty and diversity of the collections will astound and fascinate. You’ve seen what is in the galleries; that is merely the tip of the iceberg. Come venture into the real depths of the natural sciences collection on a behind-the-scenes tour guided by our expert staff.

• Tourdurationisbetween1–1.5hoursandincludesupto6people.

Valued at $1,000. Opening bid: $500

Lot 32Replica silver ring and bangle from the Australian Museum’s Alexander the Great collection

Jewellery set includes a solid silver ring and bangle replica from the Museum’s Alexander the Great collection dating back to 1855.

Valued at $550. Opening bid: $300Donated by Jenny Crivelli

Lot 33National Geographic DNA kit and books

This fantastic pack includes the National Geographic 125 Years hard-cover illustrated book, 2 National Geographic DVDs and the 9th edition National Geographic Atlas of the World. PLUS you can learn more about your deep ancestry than you ever thought possible with your very own Genographic DNA test kit.

Valued at $450. Opening bid: $250Donated by National Geographic Channel

Lot 34 Case of Charles Sturt Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2010

The grapes were grown in the Hilltops region around Young in central NSW. The nose of the wine is rich leading to a palate of complex black fruit characters well supported by the structure provided by 18 months in barrel.

Donated by Charles Sturt University WineryValue at $330. Opening bid: $170

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Lot 35Front-of-line passes to Universal Studios Hollywood

Get ready for the ultimate Hollywood experience at Universal Studios! Find a full day of action-packed entertainment all in one place including priority access to theme park rides and shows, reserved seating at each show and a 1-day admission to Jurassic Park.

• Aminimumof6weeks’noticebeforeyourvisittoUniversalStudios is required to secure passes

Valued at: $280. Opening bid: $150Donated by Universal Pictures Australia

Lot 36 Hair styling pamper package

Treat yourself with this fantastic hair care package including a professional GHD hairdryer and a range of hair styling products from GHD and Toni & Guy.

Valued at $500. Opening bid: $250Donated by Stellar Concepts Australia

Lot 37Pure Linen Sheet Set

A set of pure linen sheets including flat sheet, fitted sheet and a pair of pillowslips from the Simply Linen’s Contempo collection. Your choice of Double, Queen or King size.

Simply beautiful home textiles for everyday luxury

Valued from: $500. Opening bid: $250Donated by Simply Linen

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Lot 38Shackleton Epic memorabilia pack

This ‘money can’t buy’ memorabilia prize includes a signed copy of Shackleton’s Epic: Recreating the World’s Greatest Journey of Survival by Tim Jarvis AM; a limited edition print and a collector’s edition of Mackinlay’s Rare Old Highland Malt Whiskey, which was recreated from the original bottles that lay buried for a century under Sir Ernest Shackleton’s hut in Antarctica for 100 years.

Valued at $700. Opening bid: $350Donated by Momentum 2

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For the kids

Lot 39Junior forensic scientist experience at the Museum

This prize includes a visit to the Australian Museum and a hands-on DNA extraction session with the Museum’s forensic scientists. This session includes approximately 2 hours of DNA extraction and interaction time with the Museum’s scientists.

• Validfor12monthsuntilMay2015.• Childrenshouldbe12yearsorolder.• Allowatleast4weeksbookingaheadoftimetoensurethe

scientists are available.• Bookingforweekday’sonly–ideallyduringschoolholidays.• Prizeforupto10childrenover12yearsorolder.

Valued at $2,000. Opening bid: $900

Lot 40Torchlight tour of the Australian Museum

The torchlight tour is a unique way to experience the Museum’s stories, specimens and exhibitions after dark.

• Suitableforchildrenaged6to12andupto20people.• Wintermonthsonly.• 3week’snoticerequired.

Valued at: $500. Opening bid: $300

Lot 41Dinosnore Museum sleepover

What roars when it snores? A dinosaur of course! Experience a night to remember surrounded by our prehistoric friends at the Australian Museum, including dinner, activities, a sleepover in the Dinosaurs gallery and then stay for a breakfast of dino bones.

• Validuntil30May2015.• Validforafamilyof4(2adultsand2children).

Valued at $640. Opening bid $400

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Lot 42Birthday party at the Australian Museum

Party includes two party hosts; an art-based activity; a museum-themed tour and full catering for children.

• Upto20children.• ValidduringtermtimeonlyonSaturdays.• 3weeks’noticerequired.

Valued at $1000. Opening bid: $500

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our thanks

We would like to thank all our partners, supporters, staff and volunteers who have made this event possible.

Dinner CommitteeAlex Boyce, Kristin Casey, Ailsa Crammond, Karen Eck, Juliet Gauchat, Tim Goodman, Marguerite Julian, Helen McCombie, Karina Kelly, Kim McKay AO, Robynne Quiggin, Fiona Sinclair, Tehmi Sukhla, Serena Todd, Helen Wellings.

Wine PartnerCharles Sturt University Winery

master of CeremoniesAdam Spencer

auCtioneerTim Goodman

musiCian Marcus Corowa suPPortersBlue Velvet JazzDakota MediaEckfactorJames Horan PhotographyMillie IngramRestaurant AssociatesScott Gilkeson Vanilla Bean Events

auCtion sPonsorsaustralian radio networkwww.arn.com.au

Bangarra Dance theatrewww.bangarra.com.au

Belvoir www.belvoir.com.au

Bistro moncurwww.woollahrahotel.com.au

Bunda fine Jewelswww.bunda.com.au

Channel 7 & Helen Wellings

Charles sturt university Winerywww.csu.edu.au

Citadel www.citadelpr.com.au

Corban & Blairwww.corbanblair.com.au

Cloud nine Hairwww.au.cloudninehair.com

ailsa Crammond

Jenny Crivelli

Crown metropolwww.crownmetropol.com.au

GHDwww.ghdhair.com

Giorgio armaniwww.armani.com.au

Griffin theatrewww.griffintheatre.com.au

Kathmanduwww.kathmandu.com.au

Laithwaites Wine Peoplewww.laithwaiteswine.com

Later Life advicewww.laterlifeadvice.com.au

Lindblad expeditionswww.expeditions.com

Lizard island Great Barrier reefwww.lizardisland.com.au

Lynne stockdale

momentum 2www.momentum2.com.au

naomi Hamilton Photographywww.naomihamiltonphotography.com.au

national Gallery of australiawww.nga.gov.au

national Geographic www.genographic.nationalgeographic.com www.natgeotv.com.au

novotel Canberrawww.novotelcanberra.com.au

opera australiawww.opera-australia.org.com

Park Hyatt sydneywww.sydney.park.hyatt.com

Pendolino restaurantwww.pendolino.com.au

restaurant associateswww.compass-group.com.au

revlonwww.revlon.com.au

rex Dupain

rydges World squarewww.rydges.com

simply Linen www.simplylinen.com.au

song Companywww.songcompany.com.au

stellar Concepts australiawww.stellar.net.au

susan avery flowers and eventswww.susanavery.com

sydney Harbour federation trustwww.harbourtrust.gov.au

sydney opera Housewww.sydneyoperahouse.com

taronga Conservation society australiawww.taronga.org.au

transform Healthwww.transformhealth.com.au universal Pictures australiawww.universalstudios.com

Wild Bush Luxurywww.wildbushluxury.com

All images courtesy of the Australian Museum 2014 except where otherwise indicated.

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