The celebrities were out in force at the Gold Dinner 2025 at Sydney‘s Royal Botanic Gardens on Wednesday night.
The exclusive, invite-only charity event, dubbed Australia’s answer to the Met Gala, raises funds for the for Sydney Children’s Hospitals Foundation – and tickets cost an eye-watering $3500.
Leading the charge was Natalie Barr who stunned in a sleek black sleeveless gown with a feathered detail at the bust.
She added a smattering of dazzling high-end accessories included diamond choker and gold bracelet.
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The celebrities were out in force at the Gold Dinner 2025 at Sydney ‘s Royal Botanic Gardens on Wednesday night. Leading the charge was Natalie Barr who stunned in a sleek black sleeveless gown with a feathered detail at the bust
The exclusive, invite-only charity event, dubbed Australia’s answer to the Met Gala, raises funds for the for Sydney Children’s Hospitals Foundation – and tickets cost $3500
Natalie was accompanied by Sunrise co-star Matt Shirvington who was chic in a well tailored tuxedo
The TV star chose a natural makeup look with a hint of warm blush and a nude lip gloss while wearing her brunette locks in soft waves.
Natalie was accompanied by Sunrise co-star Matt Shirvington who was chic in a well tailored tuxedo.
Linda Penn and Kristina Keneally posed together alongside the event’s glamorous backdrop.
Former Deputy Leader of the Opposition Kristina opted for a pale lilac gown with a sleeveless design and a flared skirt, as well as a ruby and diamond choker.
Linda, the CEO of Lowes Menswear, who is worth a cool $400 million,stood out in a glittering silver gown with art deco panels and semi-sheer skirting.
Jordan Sukkar and Bernadette Fahey made it a date night with Pilates queen Bernadette showcasing her incredible figure in a tight brown gown.
The frock featured a high neckline and gathered details at the skirting and – going braless underneath – it flaunted the blonde beauty’s cleavage.
She added diamond baguette earrings, a silver bracelet worn over her sleeve and designer clutch.
Natalie added a smattering of dazzling high-end accessories included diamond choker and gold bracelet
Linda Penn (left) and Kristina Keneally (right) posed together alongside the event’s glamorous backdrop
Linda, the CEO of Lowes Menswear, who is worth a cool $400 million, stood out in a glittering silver gown with art deco panels and semi-sheer skirting. She posed alongside Joshua Penn and son Brooklyn
Jordan Sukkar and Bernadette Fahey made it a date night with Pilates queen Bernadette showcasing her incredible figure in a tight brown gown
The frock featured a high neckline and gathered details at the skirting and – going braless underneath – it flaunted the blonde beauty’s cleavage
Former Deputy Leader of the Opposition Kristina opted for a pale lilac gown with a sleeveless design and a flared skirt, as well as a ruby and diamond choker
Former Wiggles performer Emma Watkins stunned in a retro pink gown with a black and white floral design and a gem and pearl embellished neckline.
She wore a matching headband with a gold tiara effect and finished the look with a black and white belt, as well as pale pink patent bow flats.
Richard Roxburgh was dapper in a classic tuxedo, with the actor adding a white dress shirt and bowtie.
Natalie Conway was glimmering in gold with the singer matching her fitted frock with a thigh high split to her metallic heels.
Joh Bailey brought along friend Sheeva Tavakoli with the famed hairdresser looking dapper in a tuxedo.
She opted for a black dress with a waterfall hemline that showed off lots of bust while flaunting her trim pins.
Author Piyane Ung made a show stopping entrance in a cascading gold ensemble that included a corset which flaunted a hint of skin.
Yolanda Wong and Hai Lan posed side by side with Yolanda stunning in emerald green velvet matched with a designer purse.
Former Wiggles performer Emma Watkins stunned in a retro pink gown with a black and white floral design and a gem and pearl embellished neckline
She wore a matching headband with a gold tiara effect and finished the look with a black and white belt, as well as pale pink patent bow flats
Emma brought along her husband Oliver Brian
Natalie Conway was glimmering in gold with the singer matching her fitted frock with a thigh high split to her metallic heels
Joh Bailey brought along friend Sheeva Tavakoli, with the famed hairdresser looking dapper in a tuxedo
Author Piyane Ung made a show stopping entrance in a cascading gold ensemble that included a corset which flaunted a hint of skin
Richard Roxburgh was dapper in a classic tuxedo, with the actor adding a white dress shirt and bowtie
Yolanda Wong and Hai Lan posed side by side with Yolanda stunning in emerald green velvet matched with a designer purse
Monika Tu (first from left) and Jianpeng Li (centre) made a glamorous appearance
Katie and Earl Evans made a fine pair with Katie standing out in a black gown with voluptuous pink skirting
Rugby player Craig Wing added a little pizzazz with a studded bow tie
For the first time, the Gold Dinner has been held at the Royal Botanic Gardens’ Parade Ground Lawn, set amongst Sydney’s most iconic landmarks and framed by the vibrant light spectacle of Vivid Sydney.
With close proximity to Government House and iconic landmarks the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge – all being illuminated as part of the city’s renowned festival of light – this year’s event is themed ‘Light Up a Child’s Life’.
It offers guests a symbolic and immersive experience that ties directly to its cause as they aim to raise $80 million – the most ambitious target to date.
For almost three decades, the Gold Dinner in Sydney has united Australia’s leaders and captains of industry to support the Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network through the SCHF.
Now expanded to Perth, and with plans to hold events in the USA and UK with Australia expats, the Gold Series is recognised as Australia’s most prestigious philanthropic initiative.
Sydney’s Gold Dinner has raised over $90 million since its inception in 1997, directly transforming the lives of sick kids and their families by funding life-saving treatments and care.
The Gold Dinner Committee is by Linda Penn and her son Joshua, and includes an influential mix of business and philanthropic leaders.
Lisa and Lionel Lee were among the high end guest list and opted for matching black
