Commissioned Caricature by Stonie VALUE: $1,000
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lot #1 - Commissioned Caricature by Stonie VALUE: $1,000 A motoring and motorsport cartoonist-illustrator for over forty years with magazines and the racing industry, John Stoneham under the pen-name ‘Stonie’ joined the Adelaide afternoon tabloid, The News in 1984 as the editorial political cartoonist and later motoring writer until the paper closed in 1992. During the Hawke-Keating years and the Adelaide Formula One Grand Prix, he developed his skills as a caricaturist in many areas including caricatures of leading Adelaide identities and for the News - Caltex Sports Star Awards. In his 70th year he continues to be published in the national Auto Action weekly and the monthly Unique Cars magazine. The caricature original will be of a single person produced as a digital art print. Valid until 31 December 2016. DONATED BY: John Stoneham lot #2 - André Rieu Corporate Box VALUE: $ 6,700 You have the opportunity to take sixteen (16) people (17 tickets in total) to see one of the most popular live acts in the world in the luxury of your own corporate box. Live on stage, André Rieu’s incredible musical prowess, passion, charisma and humour make for a magical spectacle. Full of romance and fun, his concerts are the only ones where people regularly jump to their feet and dance in the aisles. Kick back and enjoy the concert on Thursday, 27 October 2016 with friends, staff and/or clients in your corporate box, capped off with a complimentary package including pre-show catering, interval catering and selected beverages. DONATED BY: SA Power Networks & Adelaide Entertainment Centre lot #3 - Kangaroo Island Fishing Adventure VALUE: $8,800 Your Kangaroo Island Fishing Adventure for nine (9) people includes a chance to get hooked with a day charter aboard the Island Lure with Gavin Solly as your operator in some of South Australia’s most plentiful fishing waters. A professional fisherman for 30 years, Gavin has worked on prawn trawlers and private yachts overseas before starting his charter business in Kangaroo Island more than a decade ago. Included in the Adventure package are your return private charter flights with Lucas Air from Adelaide Airport and two (2) nights’ accommodation in two (2) modern self-contained units at Western River Valley Cottages with its amazing sea views of the spectacular north coast of KI, Althorpe Island, Wedge Island and the mainland. Note: Car hire and meals not included. DONATED BY: KI Fishing Adventures and Lucas Air lot #4 - Heron Island VALUE: $3,850 Heron Island is situated right on the World Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef and is surrounded by colourful reefs, an abundance of delightful marine and animal life and offers an array of activities including some of the best diving in the world. Enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of the resort while you encounter the unexpected natural treasures of the island. This magical escape is for two (2) people to enjoy a luxurious four (4) night stay in a Beachside Suite which offers filtered views over Heron Reef and is set in a prime location with access to both the beach and reef. Your package will include breakfast daily, a return boat transfer from Gladstone and a $500 flight voucher. Valid until 18 December 2016. Blackout dates apply (17 September 2016 - 3 October 2016). DONATED BY: Delaware North lot #5 - Outback Adventure VALUE: $7,300 This is your chance to take five (5) people on a luxury outback experience they will never forget. Pilatus will fly all six (6) of you in an executive-fit Pilatus PC-12 from Adelaide over the ruggedly beautiful and vast landscape of the Flinders Ranges to the famous Prairie Hotel in Parachilna. The Prairie Hotel is an oasis on the cusp of the Flinders Ranges east-side, and desert plains west-side, sweeping towards Lake Torrens where you will step into a haven of character, charm, creature comforts, country hospitality and great food. Your adventure includes overnight accommodation at the Prairie Hotel (three twin-share Heritage rooms) and dinner at the Prairie Restaurant, which is renowned for innovative dishes with Australian native and ‘Flinders Feral Food’ twists, and a focus on local and South Australian produce. The ‘FMG’ – Feral Mixed Grill – is listed as one of the top 100 Gourmet experiences in Australia. Valid until 31 March 2017. DONATED BY: Pilatus Australia & Prairie Hotel lot #6 - Antarctica Flight VALUE: $3,998 Be one of the lucky few to journey to this pristine wilderness, all in the comfort of a Qantas 747. Your one (1) day return flight from Melbourne offers a full Antarctic experience – expert lecturers are onboard to talk about the polar environment and video screenings depict life on the ground. Sit back, relax and watch the majesty of this extraordinary land and its varied scenery unfold beneath you. Two (2) Standard Economy tickets available on 31/12/2016 or 12/02/2017. Transfers to Melbourne not included. DONATED BY: Antarctica Flights lot #7 - Lizard Island Luxury VALUE: $9,680 Lizard Island is an indulgent retreat offering sensational diving and snorkelling right off the beach as well as superb dining set amongst pristine white sands and clear blue waters. Experience the beauty and wonder of Lizard Island with this luxury escape. This experience will allow you to enjoy the magical Great Barrier Reef with four (4) nights’ accommodation for two (2) at the Lizard Island Luxury Resort in a Beach Room which is perfectly located for ease of access to the natural beauty of lAnchor Bay. Your package includes air transfer between Cairns and Lizard Island, gourmet meals, unlimited non-alcoholic beverages, picnic hampers and use of non-motorised water sports and motorised dinghy boats. Selected wine, beer, spirits and champagne during meal periods at Osprey’s restaurant, and $750 airfare voucher. Valid until 18 December 2016 DONATED BY: Sarah Constructions & Delaware North lot #8- Mount Lofty House Luxury Getaway VALUE: $10,000 Your luxurious gourmet getaway for three (3) couples to stunning Mount Lofty House, Adelaide Hills, includes: • Two (2) nights’ accommodation for six (6) people in the Gate House (the original heritage cottage within the grounds of Mt Lofty House Estate); • Daily á la carte breakfast for six (6) people in the main House; • A five-course degustation dinner with matched wines for twelve (12) people in a private dining room ... (that’s right bring six (6) guests for dinner); • A dinner for six (6) people served in the Gate House; • Signature 120-minute spa ritual for three (3) people in the Stables Day Spa; • Wine ‘flight’ covering three (3) Adelaide Hills wineries with tastings and transfers by private mini-bus; • Three (3) gourmet lunch hampers (each hamper contains local Adelaide Hills produce and wine for two (2) people). • Complimentary champagne, chocolates and fruit platter on arrival; and • Gift pack on departure. Valid until 6 November 2016 DONATED BY: Mt Lofty House lot #9 - A Strand of Pearls to Treasure VALUE: $11,500 This is your chance to own a beautiful strand of pearls over two (2) metres in length and made up of 249 Freshwater Cultured Pearls. This stunning strand can be worn in many different ways, single, double or triple – the choice is yours – and it will become an heirloom for generations to treasure and be proud to own. The pearl, the world’s first known gem, has held a unique allure throughout history. In fact, the ancient Romans so loved the natural pearl that they gave it the Latin name “the beloved one”. Pearls are worn by women all over the world from royalty to fashion trend setters such as Coco Chanel to current women of power like Julie Bishop. Note: Certificate of Authenticity included. DONATED BY: Raw Pearls lot #10 - the ghan VALUE: $4,798 Prepare for a holiday of legendary style and unforgettable views as you travel Gold Service on The Ghan from Darwin to Adelaide (or vice versa). Regarded as one of the world’s great train journeys, The Ghan delivers so much more than an extended train ride. Enjoy fine food and wine each day in the elegant restaurant car while you admire the magnificent outback views. This unrivalled three (3) day / two (2) night experience is for two (2) people in a Gold Service Twin cabin, and includes all off-train excursions en route to Adelaide, including Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge and Simpson’s Gap Walking tour in Alice Springs. Booking must be made before 30 June 2016. Four set departure dates to choose from: Adelaide to Darwin – 18/09/2016 or Darwin to Adelaide – 23/11/2016 or Darwin to Adelaide – 01/02/2017 or Darwin to Adelaide – 08/03/2017. DONATED BY: Great Southern Rail lot #11 - Jacob’s Creek Stay & Dinner at St Hugo VALUE: $5,000 The ultimate experience in Australian fine wine will arrive when St Hugo opens in the Barossa Valley in July 2016. Designed with the wine connoisseur and luxury traveller in mind, St Hugo will immerse guests into the elegant world of one of Australia’s most sought after wine labels with super premium food and wine experiences. This is your chance to have an exclusive five-star Barossa Valley experience at both Jacob’s Creek and St Hugo. This unique two-night package – not available to the general public – includes five-star accommodation in the “Jacob’s Estate Cottage” located in the 42ha Jacob’s Creek Visitor Centre precinct. This stunning cottage offers premium accommodation for four (4) people (twin share), breakfast provisions each day and a private dining experience with a Jacob’s Creek chef cooking lunch just for you at Heritage Vineyard, with Jacob’s Creek wines to match.