The Mawson’s Huts Foundation was established as a not-for-profit charity in 1996 to conduct conservation work on the Mawson’s Huts Historic Site at Cape Denison in Antarctica. It does this to support the Australian Antarctic Division’s management of the site. The Foundation has funded and organised 14 major expeditions to Cape Denison to conserve this irreplaceable piece of Australia’s Antarctic history.
In 2013, the Foundation opened the Mawson’s Huts Replica Museum, an exact reproduction of the historic buildings at Cape Denison, located on the Hobart waterfront less than 200 meters from where Mawson’s Australasian Antarctic Expedition departed in 1911.
Authentic in every detail, the Replica Museum was crafted by heritage carpenters who worked directly on the conservation of the original huts in Antarctica. Using photographs, precise measurements and Baltic Pine cladding and flooring sourced from the same Scandinavian region as the original materials, the replica allows visitors to step back in time and experience firsthand the foresight, endurance and resilience of Australia’s early Antarctic explorers.
This year’s raffle is a unique opportunity to support the ongoing preservation of this important history. Part of the proceeds will directly fund a short 3-day expedition this summer and contribute to a larger conservation expedition anticipated for 2025-26, ensuring that the legacy of Mawson’s Huts continues to inspire future generations.
Tickets are for sale in ACT, NSW, NT, SA, TAS, VIC
Tickets are priced at $10 each, 2 tickets for $19, 3 tickets for $27, 5 tickets for $43, 7 tickets for $50
Draw Date: 30th of June 2025
ANTARCTICA FLIGHT
Valued at $7,998.
Thanks to the generosity of Antarctica Flights, you have the chance to experience the world’s most unique scenic flight! Two premium economy seats await you aboard a state-of-the-art 787 Dreamliner for the 25/26 season.
ABOUT THE FLIGHT
Experience Antarctica in a day and become one of the privileged few to witness the desolate beauty of this untamed polar landscape. Antarctica Flights have been leading the way in providing close-up encounters with the white continent on the ‘world’s most unique scenic flight.’ They have been exploring Antarctica by air since 1994 – that’s over 150 flights and 30 years pioneering a land that remains almost entirely undiscovered.
Board a privately chartered Qantas 787 Dreamliner, you will experience unparalleled Antarctic viewing, with up to 4 hours over the ice. With 19 different routes, no two flights are ever the same. The average flight duration is approximately 12.5 hours, travelling between 9,500 and 10,500 km. You can expect to see your first scattered ice followed by dozens of icebergs and ice floes approximately 3 hours into your flight. Enjoy the full Qantas service – including premium drinks, delicious meals and talks from Antarctic expeditioners to give you information on the regions you are expected to fly over and ‘life in general’ in Antarctica.
Win two Premium Economy seats on an Antarctica Flight valued at $7,998.
Valid for the 2025/2026 season departing Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane & Perth.
Prize courtesy of Antarctica Flights
Hadley’s Hotel Luxury Package & Exclusive Mawson’s Huts Replica Museum Tour
Valued at $1,400.00
Treat yourself and a guest to a luxurious getaway at Hadley’s Orient Hotel. This package includes:
Two nights in an elegantly appointed Executive Suite.
Daily breakfast for two in the hotel’s historic dining room.
Complimentary parking for your convenience.
A $100 food and beverage voucher to enjoy during your stay.
Enhance your experience with an exclusive private tour of the Mawson’s Huts Replica Museum, led by one of our expert staff. Following the tour, unwind with a delightful wine and cheese reception to complete this unforgettable experience.
BLIZZARD PRINT by FRANK HURLEY
Value $500
Blizzard was born on 6 March 1912 and was the only puppy to survive from the first Adélie Land litters. As a pup Blizzard was housed first in the verandah and then in the hangar and was, Mawson said, "a great favourite nd much in demand as a pet".
Frank Hurley is an icon of Australian documentary photography and Antarctic exploration. In 1911, Hurley began his Antarctic career by persuading Douglas Mawson to employ him as official photographer on the 1911–14 Australasian Antarctic Expedition (AAE).
HUTS PRINT BY WENDY SHARPE
Value $400
Wendy Sharpe was invited onboard the ship “Aurora Australis” as a guest of the Australian Antarctic Division. Sharpe's constant painting and sketching over this 6 week trip to repair and preserve the Mawson Huts, resulted in two exhibitions (Sydney and Hobart).
She is one of Australia’s most acclaimed artists, she lives and works in Sydney and Paris. She has been awarded The Sulman Prize, two Travelling Scholarships, The Portia Geach Memorial Award (twice), The Archibald Prize, and many others. In 2023 she was appointed AM for significant service to the visual arts, and to the community.
YALUMBA EXPERIENCE FOR 2 WITH A 1.5L MAGNUM
VALUE $765
Yalumba experience for two people + a 1.5L magnum of Yalumba - The Signature Cabernet Sauvignon & Shiraz
Discover Yalumba's iconic and premium wines. Be hosted by one of our Wine Ambassadors for a day where we will share our stories and exceptional award-winning wines. Explore the grounds and the family winery's unique spaces including the Clocktower, the Cooperage and The Caley Hut throughout this progressive tasting experience. Take home a 1.5L magnum of The Signature Cabernet Sauvignon & Shiraz from Yalumba's Rare & Fine collection.
WINE INFO
Encompassing everything our family stands for and the perfect representation of our history and ethos, The Signature is a sentimental favourite. A classic Australian blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz, the first vintage release of The Signature was in 1962. Since then, this outstanding wine has acknowledged more than 57 Signatories; people who have enhanced the traditions and culture of Yalumba.
https://www.yalumba.com/
DOVE CANYON ADVENTURE FOR 2
VALUE $620
Dove Canyon is Tassie adventure at its best. We walk through pristine rain forest to this stunning canyon. After abseiling in, we spend the day walking and floating through the canyon and doing what we have to do to navigate the obstacles we find along the way. The main obstacles are six waterfalls which we abseil, jump or slide off!
One of the highlights is the Laundry Chute – a ten-metre-high natural slide that shoots you out of a large cave (which we call The Pit) into a big open pool. Very unique and highly exhilarating.
This is a committing trip – once you’re in, there’s only one way out and there is no way to walk around any of the waterfalls. Having said that, most of our clients have no canyoning experience, and it doesn’t require any particular set of skills as such – just and ability to swim and a sense of adventure.
https://cradlemountaincanyons.com.au/dove-canyon
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xotgxHyhluQ
This raffle is being held for Mawson's Huts Foundation ABN: 78077696649, PO Box 290, NORTH SYDNEY, NSW, 2059.
The raffle commences on the 20th of December 2024, closes on the 30th of June 2025 and will be drawn on the 30th of June 2025 at Cnr Morrison & Argyle Street, Hobart TAS 7000 at 3pm. The draw will be conducted using a RaffleLink System draw process. Ticket buyers do not have to be present at the draw. Winners will be contacted by email or phone within 2 days after draw. Details of the Winner(s) will be displayed at www.mawsons-huts.org.au/ and rafflelink.com.au/mhf-2025-raffle. State(s) where tickets are on sale ACT, NSW, NT, SA, TAS, VIC.
Participation - The following persons are ineligible to purchase tickets for themselves or on behalf of any other person: a) Office holders and employees of the Mawson’s Huts Foundation; b) The raffle organisers/nominee of the raffle; and c) Relatives* of office holders, employees and the raffle organisers/nominee. *Note: "Relative" means spouse (including de facto spouse), parent, child or sibling (whether of full or half-blood).
Ticket sales will be capped at $58,415.00 for this raffle. Should this be reached prior to the full 6000
tickets being sold the raffle will be closed.
Prize Claim –Winners have 12 months from the date of notification to claim their prize.
Redraw Policy - If a winner resides in either the ACT, NSW or SA and their prize is not claimed by 12 months after notification then another ticket for this prize will be drawn from ACT or NSW or SA entrants only via an online random picker at 3pm on 3rd December 2024 at The Mawson’s Huts Replica Museum, Cnr Morrison & Argyle Streets, Hobart. The redraw winner has 12 months from date of notification to claim their prize.
Unclaimed Prize - If a prize is not claimed after 12 months from notification of initial draw, or redraw where a redraw applies, then the raffle organiser will advise the regulatory bodies in each state as required and seek their direction and/or approval to sell the prize and apply the sale proceeds to the beneficiary’s purpose.
Permit/Licence for ACT ACT R 24/00227, NT MM1199, SA M14686, VIC 10502/24 .Persons under the age of 18 years are unable to enter.
The odds of winning the stated prizes based on the total possible ticket sales displayed are: 1st Prize 1/6000, 2nd Prize 1/5999, 3rd Prize 1/5998, 4th Prize 1/5997, 5th Prize 1/5996. Prizes are not transferable and non-cash prizes are not redeemable for cash unless otherwise stated or permitted by state regulations. Prizes may be substituted, subject to each participating state's legislative requirements. Some images are display only and may not be a true reflection of the prize.
This raffle is hosted for a service fee by RaffleLink a registered business of Glacier Park Group Pty Ltd ABN: 61670432185, 145 Ann Street, Brisbane QLD 4000. Glacier Park Group Pty Ltd as RaffleLink is committed to selling raffle tickets responsibly to support community and charitable organisations.
