MEDIA ALERT
Melbourne North Police to host toy drive for Ronald McDonald House Parkville families this Saturday
This Saturday 13 December 2025, Families staying at Ronald McDonald House Parkville will be treated to a festive day of surprises this Saturday, thanks to the annual Melbourne North Police Christmas Toy Drive. This is the 24th year the initiative has been running.
Led by Melbourne North Police, the Toy Drive sees officers community collect donations throughout the year before delivering many toys and gifts to children and families supported by Ronald McDonald House Charities Victoria & Tasmania (RMHC Vic & Tas).
On Saturday, Police members will arrive with patrol cars and motorbikes for children to explore, climb into and meet the officers behind the badges. Families will also enjoy a BBQ lunch, Christmas activities and a special wildlife visit featuring reptiles and other animals.
The Christmas Toy Drive has become a much-loved tradition for RMHC families, bringing a moment of joy and togetherness during what can be an extremely challenging time for parents and children receiving hospital care.
WHEN
From 1pm on Saturday 13th December
Finishes at 3pm (approximately)
WHERE
Ronald McDonald House, Parkville, 22 Gatehouse Street in Parkville
MEDIA AND PHOTO OPPORTUNITIES
- Leading Senior Constable Nick Parissis from Melbourne North Police Station
- Families staying at Ronald McDonald House Parkville
- Police handing out gifts to families with seriously ill children with Santa
- Police interacting with seriously ill children and their families including sitting on Police Motor Bikes and in Police Cars
About us:
ABOUT US
Ronald McDonald House Charities Victoria & Tasmania helps families with a seriously ill child stay together when they need it most. The charity provides a home away from home, with free accommodation, meals and crucial support services, so families can remain close to their child throughout hospital treatment. Each year, RMHC Vic & Tas supports thousands of families across Victoria and Tasmania through its Houses, Family Rooms and broader family support programs.
We work to enhance the quality of life for families with sick children by providing a home-away-from-home that is welcoming and provides what they need, in a caring and supportive way, to keep them together when they need it most.
Contact details:
For media inquiries, please contact:
Sarah Taylor
Supporter Marketing & Experience Manager
Ronald McDonald House Charities Victoria & Tasmania
m. 0474445050
