Airlie Beach’s first-ever Big Freeze proved a huge success, raising around $13,000 for FightMND over the weekend.
Event organiser and local FightMND representative Katrina Duggan said the day exceeded expectations, drawing strong community support and plenty of fun.
“It was an absolutely fantastic day, and we’ve had such great feedback,” she said.
About $13,000 was raised on the day through merchandise sales, raffle tickets, donations, and a sausage sizzle, with local businesses donating 42 raffle prizes to help boost the total.
The event was part of the national FightMND campaign, which raises awareness and funds for research into Motor Neurone Disease.
“It was incredible to see how many people and businesses got behind it,” Katrina said.
“We’re going to be back bigger and better next year."
Next year’s Big Freeze Airlie is set for October 24, 2026, with organisers hoping for an even larger turnout.
Full catalogue of event photos are available on the Club Whitsunday Facebook page.
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