The Resources Industry rallies to raise over $380,000 in just 3 hours on the eve of Diggers and Dealers 2024.

Topdrill, with the support of attendees at this year’s Resources Industry Charity Sundowner has raised more than $380,000 at its Kalgoorlie headquarters on Sunday, 4 August, to kick off the Diggers and Dealers Mining Forum. 

The 2024 sundowner was in support of two crucial Goldfields charities: the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS WA) and Full Circle Therapies, a Goldfields-based paediatric allied health services organisation.

Funds raised will help support RFDS’ vital aeromedical services in the Goldfields. In 2022, the RFDS transferred 1,506 patients from the Goldfields region, an average of four per day.

Full Circle Therapies will use the donation to help attract and retain allied health practitioners, ensuring that regional children have access to therapy, which sadly is unavailable in the Goldfields currently. 

It takes the total raised over four years of the event to an incredible $1,000,000.

Over 450 guests attended the event from all corners of the Australian mining and exploration industry, which was a night filled with laughter, live music, gourmet canapes and an exciting high-roller auction. Prizes included Grand Final Packages, diamond necklace, vintage wine, tickets to Coldplay’s only Australian concert and a 4-night cruise on board the Kimberley Quest, including flights to Broome.

RFDS WA CEO Judith Barker says the Kalgoorlie community is generous to RFDS all year, but a particular thanks must go to the resources community which supports this annual event.

“Each year Topdrill amazes us by making the event bigger and better,” Ms Barker said.

“Our sincere thanks goes to the Topdrill team and all their guests for digging deep and supporting the care that RFDS provides in the Goldfields region.”

Topdrill Managing Director and Founder Tim Topham said “this year’s event was outstanding, not only to welcome delegates who have travelled from across Australia at our Headquarters in Kalgoorlie, but the opportunity to make a difference by hosting an event that supports two vital services in our Goldfields.  Getting stuck in to support charities that support our Goldfields community and families is what Topdrill is all about.  A heartfelt thank you to everyone that came along, donated and supported. With 100% of proceeds heading to two crucial Goldfields charities, your contribution will truly change lives of families in the Goldfields.

We look forward to 2025 and making the night even better!