Vivid’s Oaks Day raises vital funds

This year's event raised funds to help establish employment pathways and job training for people with disability in the Campaspe-Murray region.

While the amount of money raised is yet to be finalised, Vivid estimates the total to be between $25,000 and $30,000.

Vivid executive manager resources Shannon Walker said it was a successful day made possible by the support of sponsors and businesses.

“The day was fantastic, lively, full of energy and entertainment,” she said.

“Thank you to the sponsors and local businesses who donated/contributed to the event. Without their support, it would not now be the most attended Oaks Day in the region.”

Guests were greeted with complimentary bubbles on arrival and a two-course luncheon later on.

There was plenty to keep guests entertained too, including local musician Georgina Bish, who kept the tunes going throughout the afternoon.

As the day continued, guests enjoyed the Jingle Belle dancers, fundraising auctions, prizes, raffles and goodie bags from the team at Amcal.

The Punters Club also had a huge win of over $1200 on race seven of the Crown Oaks Race.

While previous events have seen mainly women attend, this year a couple of men also joined in on the fun.