Opening Opportunities 2026

Friday, 19 June 2026
Adelaide Oval

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Opening Opportunities is Sliding Doors Foundation’s flagship annual fundraising luncheon, bringing together supporters who believe in education as the most practical way to create opportunity.

Hosted at Adelaide Oval, the event raises vital funds to provide education scholarships and practical support for young people facing social and economic barriers.

Featuring guest speaker: Australian international cricketer Alex Carey; host: Ali Clarke; and you will hear directly from two of our scholarship recipients about their life-changing journey.

This is more than an afternoon out. It is a community of people choosing to make a change you can see: more students supported, more barriers removed, and more doors opened through education.

Opening Opportunities also provides a platform to share the Foundation’s impact, connect supporters more deeply to the mission, and strengthen a growing community committed to empowering potential, opening doors.

Event Details

Friday 19 June 2026
12.00 PM – 3.30 PM

Adelaide Oval
Ian McLachlan Room
War Memorial Dr, North Adelaide

Dress: Friday Casual

Alex Carey

Australian International Cricketer

Alex Carey is an Australian international wicketkeeper-batter who has represented Australia across Test and One Day International formats, establishing himself as a key member of the national side.

He played a pivotal role in Australia’s recent Ashes campaigns and international tours, delivering consistent performances behind the stumps and with the bat. His career highlights include a Test century at the MCG during the Boxing Day Test, leading the Australian ODI side, and representing Australia in major international series in England and India.

Known for his composure under pressure and consistency at the highest level, Alex remains a central figure in Australian cricket.

Ali Clarke

Media Personality and Broadcaster

Ali Clarke is one of Adelaide’s most recognised media personalities, with more than twenty years’ experience across radio, television and live events.

She has hosted leading breakfast programs across MIX102.3, Triple M and ABC Adelaide, becoming the only solo female capital-city breakfast radio host at the time. Her career spans broadcast media, television presenting, journalism and live hosting, including major events and public platforms.

Ali is known for her ability to connect with audiences through authentic storytelling and engaging conversation, and has also contributed extensively to the community through not-for-profit board roles and ambassador work.