2026 Poppy Ball

Venue: Aboard HMAS Adelaide (III)
Location: Garden Island, Woolloomooloo NSW
5 Dec, 2026
Web: https://rsllifecare.org.au/event/the-poppy-ball-2026/

Join RSL LifeCare for the 2026 Poppy Ball, an unforgettable evening of entertainment, generosity and remembrance aboard HMAS Adelaide (III) at Garden Island, Woolloomooloo, on Saturday 5 December 2026.
Drawing on the significance of the poppy in our nation’s military history, the Poppy Ball is RSL LifeCare’s premier fundraising gala, with all proceeds going to support our services for veterans and their families.
Enjoy an exceptional evening featuring:
• A premium three-course dinner and drinks
• Live entertainment
• Exclusive auctions and fundraising activities
• Special surprises throughout the night

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August

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October

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June

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