The Eden Killer Whale Museum turned into a catwalk on Friday night, as models of all ages showcased fashions from local shops in aid of charity.
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The event raised over $700 for the wig library at the Bega Oncology Unit, with Sapphire Surprises and Tribal Suzani providing clothes for the evening.
Around 55 people turned out to watch the parade, and museum president Jack Dickenson said it exceeded all his expectations.
“It was a nice-sized crowd for the event,” he said.
“There was barely an empty seat in the house and everyone had great fun.
“There will probably be more money to come out of it as well; that’s only the first count.”
Parade organiser Val Barber said the money raised would benefit those doing it tough.
“Whenever Bega Oncology wants to buy something, they have to go to the Health Department,” she said.
“We can go straight to them and give them this money for the wig library, which saves them the trouble.
“There are a lot of little things that can help people get through their treatment, and this is one way we can help.”
There was a wide variety of outfits on display, with Tribal Suzani’s stock coming from all over the world, including several countries in Asia and Africa.
The large crowd were kept entertained by Jim Gall, who was determined to get photos of each of the models as they made their circuit, and a selection of amusing poems read by Val Barber during the intermission.