SUPPORTING BUSHFIRE AFFECTED COMMUNITIES AT THE AUSTRALIAN OPEN
Founded amid the Black Summer bushfires, the Rally as One program assists communities affected by disasters by helping to rebuild local infrastructure and offering free community events in tennis programs to strengthen social connections. 

To commemorate the anniversary, the Australian Tennis Foundation hosted 200 people from communities directly impacted by the floods and bushfires in regional Victoria at AO 2025. These families were VIP guests at an exhibition match during the Australian Open's Opening Week.

“The event marked the fifth anniversary of our ongoing efforts and we were so honored to offer these families a trip of joy, unity and unforgettable experiences at the Australian Open,” said Vicki Reid, Director of the ATF.

Families from Clifton Creek Tennis Club joined others from East Gippsland travelling by coach down to Melbourne. A couple of our juniors were lucky enough  to perform the coin toss for some special exhibition matches.