Congratulations Natalie on your huge international success with The Rogue Traders. Natalie was one of the faces of “Ink-up for Kids”, a national fundraising initiative promoted through Village and Reading Cinemas. She also took the time to specially welcome ten special needs children backstage after the Rogue Traders Melbourne concert.

John has been a great supporter of the 4WD Bash in voicing and producing all the Community Services Announcements.

Mike has continued his commitment to the Vic Bash as a fundraising participant and a performer at the final night concert, with his team taking the prestigious award of Overall Winners, the highest accolade on the Bash. Once again we thank Mike for his performance at the Great Grand Final Luncheon and warmly congratulate him on his appointment as a Variety Life Member.

Lisa’s first year as a Variety Ambassador has seen her generously donate her time to perform at many functions and large events and to join the Ladies of Variety fundraising group. 

Derryn continues to be a strong advocate of the Variety 3AW Radiothon. Without his support Variety would not be able achieve the level of fundraising success each year that provides hundreds of bikes to disadvantaged children for Christmas. 

John-Michael was an integral part of the selection team for the Entertainers of the Century, announced at a glittering gala event at Waterfront City in April. A big thank you for the special evening he organised for Variety at “Dusty the Musical” via his role as the show’s writer and producer.

Variety would like to congratulate Merv on his appointment as a selector for the Australian Cricket Team and his appearance on Network 9 “Celebrity Overhaul”. Merv continues to be a great supporter of the Vic Bash and new initiatives including the Dust Club.

Between her fantastic win in the 4x100 Relay in the Commonwealth Games, her on-air commitment’s with Channel 7’s “Dancing with the Stars”, Tamsyn has found the time to come and visit the office to sign a selection of Commonwealth Games relay battons to auction at fundraising events.

Keith is a valuable supporter of the Suits Club and has represented Variety at many functions over the past year when his entertainment commitments allow. 2006 also saw Keith, along with the other members of the Seekers awarded the “Keys to the City” at a ceremony at Melbourne Town Hall in September.

Annabelle has attended events as a Young Variety Ambassador and is fantastic with the special needs children who attend these events. 

Sue is an active supporter of the Suits Club, participated in the Official Start of the Vic Bash, and joined the Ladies of Variety fundraising group. She contributes her time to Variety events and was a willing participant in the Biba Hair Academy fundraiser which donated all proceeds to Variety.

Tonia continues her commitment to Variety through her presence at functions and events and is a member of the Ladies of Variety team.

We would like to take this opportunity to welcome newest Celebrity Ambassador, Beverley O’Connor who was appointed in September. Beverley is a journalist, media personality and Vice-President of the Melbourne Football Club. She has already demonstrated a firm commitment to Variety, hosting a Friends of Variety function, co-presenting the Heart of Football Award at the Great Grand Final Luncheon and took on the role of MC at the Cup Eve Ball.

Variety CEO Norm Hutton presented Channel Ten weather man Mike Larkan with his Celebrity Ambassador pin and certificate on Thursday 28th February at Waterfront city Mike has supported Variety for many years and we welcome the opportunity to acknowledged this support.

Channel 10 weather personality Mike Larkan, is one of Melbourne's favourite TV stars. He is seen nightly on Channel 10's First at Five news service.

After spending more than 10 years in Sydney and Canberra working in numerous facets of newspaper, radio and television, Mike moved to Melbourne about 10 years ago and is an integral part of the news line-up.

Whatever the weather, Mike is out and about presenting his unique style of live crosses from Melbourne landmarks and events. He produces and writes aswell as presents the segments.