UPDATES: WA’s biggest weekend of generosity is here, with Telethon 2026 set to bring 26 hours of non-stop entertainment, heartwarming stories and incredible fundraising efforts.
Some of Australia’s biggest stars will join beloved television personalities, performers and everyday West Australians as the State comes together to raise millions of dollars for sick children.
Follow our live blog for all the latest updates, special guests, emotional moments, fundraising milestones and surprises as Telethon 2026 unfolds.
And most importantly, you can donate still by phoning 1300 737 507 or by clicking here. to be part of the state-wide fundraising effort to help make the lives of sick, vulnerable, and disadvantaged children and their families much brighter.
Key Events
X-Factor star returns to WA
The next performer is a face that many X-Factor lovers would remember.
Reece Mastin has returned to WA, singing Born to Be Wild in an epic opening to his Telethon performance.
It’s been a massive 14 years between performances, from winning X Factor back in 2011 to touring across the country and now taking the stage at Telethon.
Reece has the Little Telethon stars rocking out back stage.
Home and Away star smashes 40 press-ups during first panel
Home and Away star Kyle Shilling has impressed the Telethon panel with a lightning-fast effort, smashing out 40 press-ups during the Minderoo Matching Hour.
He returned to the panel, a little out of breath, to read out the names of some generous donations from the crowd and across the State.
Minderoo Matching Hour doubles every Telethon donation
First panel of the night reflects on magic of Telethon
7News star Ryan Daniels has kicked off the first panel of the night, alongside Home & Away actor Kyle Shilling, Kylie Gillies, Sally Bowrey and Issa Schulz.
Sally Bowrey said seeing thousands in the crowd proved Telethon brings together so many people.
“There was a moment where I just looked out, saw everyone waving together and it just shows how Telethon brings the State together and the country together.”
Olivia street’s adorable love heart signal
Little Telethon star Olivia Street, who told Natalie Barr that her favourite part of the preparation was going to Mecca, did an adorbale love heart signal which was ehcoed by the audience and the panel onstage.
Little Telethon stars arrive
The 2026 Little Telethon stars have officially arrived at RAC Arena!
Aiden Narsico, Olivia Street and Paige McKay are speaking to Natalie Barr and Larry Emdur in their first interview of the night.
In a hilarious “breaking news” moment, Aiden revealed “Larry Emdur is getting old and needs to retire”, leaving the crowd in stitches.
Crowd go wild for Phil Burton and Colletti duet
Phil Burton then returned to the stage for his own take on John Farnham’s classic You’re the Voice which saw the crowd sing along.
Then, Gisella Colletti joined him to round out Telethon 2026’s opening performances, bringing the crowd to life for the weekend ahead.
WA superstar takes to the stage with choir
Perth singer Gisella Colletti, who finished third on Australian Idol in 2025, has to the Telethon stage.
Incredible vocals echoed through RAC arena alongside a choir for a stirring rendition of John Farnham’s classic You’re the Voice.
Country music sensation Morgan Evans takes to stage
Aussie country music star Morgan Evans has taken to the stage to sing his famous hit Kiss Somebody.
The 41-year-old has the crowd singing along and getting involved by waving their phone torch to the love song.
Jessica Mauboy and Phil Burton kick off show
Jessica Mauboy and Phil Burton have kicked off Telethon 2026 with an energetic performance of the disco classic Good Times,
They both danced around the stage in striking black outfits, setting the tone for a weekend of entertainment and fundraising.
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