Mat Ralston

Stars of The Border 2024

🌟Meet Mat Ralston 🌟


Meet Mat, the vibrant salon manager and one of the senior stylists at Hairhouse, adding a touch of creativity and flair to the world of hairstyling. Mat's dedication to the craft earned him the prestigious title of Creative Artist of the Year in 2023, showcasing his commitment to staying at the forefront of trends, techniques, and products. 
Outside the salon, Mat's life is a blend of socializing, relaxation, and personal growth. Catching up with friends over a few beverages or a meal is a favourite pastime. Mat enjoys the simple pleasures of reading, indulging in coffee, staying active with pilates, and cherishing moments with his family. 
Mat's excitement reaches new heights as he gears up for the Stars of the Border competition. Eager to contribute to a noble cause by raising funds for Cancer Council. Mat is ready to step out of his comfort zone and learn the art of dancing. Having witnessed the remarkable work of doctors, nurses, and staff in the region, Mat is passionate about making a meaningful impact to those affected by cancer. 
Looking forward to the journey ahead, Mat is excited about meeting new people, building, and strengthening relationships within the community. Mat is poised to bring his unique energy and talents to the dance floor for a cause that is close to his heart. 
We asked Mat to describe he’s dance style in three words so we can give a hint of what we are in for this year; Two Left Feet! 

My Updates

Din Dins and Level one

Thank you Din Dins and Level one
 
I greatly appreciate your support for Stars of the border. Your contribution will help so many in our local community.

https://www.facebook.com/dindinskitchen?mibextid=LQQJ4d

https://www.facebook.com/levelonewinebar?mibextid=LQQJ4d

Mat xx

Hume Bank

Thank you Hume Bank
 
I greatly appreciate your support for Stars of the border. Your contribution will help so many in our local community.

https://www.facebook.com/humebank?mibextid=LQQJ4d


Mat xx

Flyaway Gymnastics

Thank you Flyaway Gymnastics 
 
I greatly appreciate your support for Stars of the border. Your contribution will help so many in our local community.

https://www.facebook.com/flyawaygymnasticsalburywodonga?mibextid=ibOpuV

Mat. Xx

Coronet Jewellers

Thank you Coronet Jewellers
 
I greatly appreciate your support for Stars of the border. Your contribution will help so many in our local community.

https://www.facebook.com/coronetjewellersofdistinction?mibextid=ibOpuV

Mat xx

Hairhouse Albury

Thank you Hairhouse Albury
 
I greatly appreciate your support for Stars of the border. Your contribution will help so many in our local community.

https://www.facebook.com/HairhouseAlbury?mibextid=ibOpuV

Mat xx

Citi cafe

Thank you Citi Cafe Albury
 
I greatly appreciate your support for Stars of the border. Your contribution will help so many in our local community.

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091761054917&mibextid=ibOpuV

Mat xx

Phil’s custom steel Pty Ltd

Thank you Phil's Custom Steel Pty Ltd, 
 
I greatly appreciate your support for Stars of the border. Your contribution will help so many in our local community. 

https://www.facebook.com/Philscustomsteel?mibextid=ibOpuV

Mat xx

Henty Automotive

Thank you Henty Automotive, 
 
I greatly appreciate your support for Stars of the border. Your contribution will help so many in our local community.

https://www.facebook.com/hentyautomotive?mibextid=ibOpuV

Mat xx 

The Colour Purple

11th February, 
Thank you for everyone who supported me on my second movie night. 

I am so very grateful that you gave up some of your free time, to come and support me in achieving my goal with stars of the border. 

Again I am humbled listening to your stories of loved ones, family and friends. What they have had or are going through makes me more determined.  

Mat xx  

First fundraising event

4th February,  
Movie Night:- The colour Purple 
Fully booked out- WOW,  what a great night and movie. So many lessons to be taken from it. Mine are empowerment and self belief.

Thank you to everyone that attended my first fundraising event. It was amazing speaking with you all and hearing your stories.  I am so grateful.  

All I can say is thank you for supporting me.

Mat xx

So it starts

I have to say I would love to thank the cancer council for this opportunity to help raise much need funds, to help support and make a difference. 

I can’t wait to start fundraising and learning to dance with the amazing Megan Reid. 
 

Thank you to my Sponsors

$5k

Anonymous

$5k

Hairhouse Albury Gold Sponsorship

$2.5k

Phil's Custom Steel Sponsorship

$2.34k

Hairhouse Albury

Funds from the Piercing fundraiser

$1.9k

The Colour Purple Movie Nights

$1.02k

Flyaway Gymnastics

Good luck Mat, go smash it! Love, The Flyaway Team

$1.02k

Hairhouse

$1,000

Citi Cafe Sponsorship

$1,000

Hume Bank

$520

Coronet Jewellers Of Distinction

Ballroom Blitz Mat, You've got this

$500

Anonymous

$500

Level One Wine Bar & Restaurant, Albury

$500

Din Dins Albury

$500

Henty Automotive Sponsorship

$420

Kerry Murtagh

Hi Matt. Great work Happy to help you in your fund raising

$263.75

Fiona Shanks

Thank you for your efforts towards ridding this world of cancer.

$250

Metroll Albury

Shine bright Mat

$250

Vickii Evans

Hope you reach your goal Mat.

$211

Melissa Spargo

Good luck Mat

$211

Elders Rural - Albury

Hope you dance your pants off for such a worthy cause- well done Mat.

$200

Jennifer Middleton

Best wishes for the big night and have a fantastic time. You've worked soo hard for such a great cause and I'm very proud of you. I am sorry that I can't be there . You'll be amazing!

$126.60

Shelby Taggert

Mat doesn't just save bad hair days now, he saves lives. Thanks for supporting your community and the many people affected by cancer across the world xo

$105.50

Lyne

Goodluck &have fun!

$105.50

Fd

Let's see if you are as good at dancing as you are with hairdressing! Enjoy the next 8 weeks. Will be supporting you and this great cause 💜

$105.50

Hanifa(hani) Mir-herbert

Enjoy the adventure Matt and good luck with your worthy goal!!

$105.50

Chris Miller

Good luck

$105.50

Lindsey Wright

Super proud of you! We’ll be there supporting you every ‘step’ of the way my friend! 🥰😍🕺

$105.50

Gt

$105.50

Hani

All the best Mat. You'll be great!!!

$105.50

Ruchi

You will rock it Matt

$105.50

Tash

Great going Mat!

$105.50

Chelsea Tonkin

Please don’t drop my sister on her head again 💙 go guys!!!

$105.50

Kylie Sorrensen

Well Done Matt using your time and talent to help an amazing organisation. ❤️

$105.50

Suzanne & Laurie Sly

You can do it, Mat

$100

V

I’m gonna enjoy hearing about this ride for the next few months Mat. Go hard or go home. You’ve got this xx

$100

Glenda Johnson

Good luck Mat .

$58.02

Coady Davenport Optical

$52.75

Squad Employment, Training & Hr

All the best Mat, from Kellie and the team at SQUAD!

$52.75

Elecia Turner

$52.75

Beverley Ferguson

$52.75

Sleeping Dog Dairy

Great commitment to a cause close to my family's heart.

$52.75

Amber

Great work Mat! :)

$52.75

Libby Keogh

I'm sure you'll add your creative flair on the dance floor! Enjoy

$52.75

Cheryl

Thankyou Matt for all your great care and expertise over the many years you have been my hairdresser You are not only an amazing hairdresser but a great friend, Thank you !!! All the very bes tfor Dancing Wuth The Stars!!

$52.75

H

Go well Mat ⭐️

$52.75

Diane Chanter

Proud of you, go get em !

$52.75

Sharon

$52.75

Neville Groch

good luck matt from all the drivers off taxi tc 3072

$52.75

Anonymous

Go you…twinkle toes

$52.75

Jennifer Buckle

$52.75

Codie

Goodluck tonight! All the best and enjoy the night! 😄

$52.75

Bev Holmes

Good luck

$52.75

Carolyn And John Griffin

All the best Mat, you can do this!

$52.75

Sonia Thomson

Great job Matt 😘

$52.75

Mandy

Dance like no-one’s watching Mat. Good luck

$52.75

Melissa Steele

$52.75

Maree Booroff

Go Mat! Xxx

$50

Du Phan

$50

Sally Muggivan

Good luck Mat! Well done on supporting such a worthy cause - it has certainly hit our family hard!

$50

Barb Harvey

$50

Pat R

$43

Anonymous

Best of luck and enjoy the dancing for a good cause

$26.38

Anonymous

$26.38

Vicki Mills

Go Mat

$26.38

Sam Jones

Love you babe

$26.38

Sarsy

Well done May and Megan!

$26.38

Raelene Howard

Good for you Mat

$21.10

Fiona Leslie

You are an exceptionally kind and giving person Matt! Thank you for being you

$21.10

Cheryl Maddison

$21.10

Nicole Larsen

$10.55

Judy Ryder

Well done Mat!

$6.33

Eva Maddison

I know it’s not much but more will be donated soon! ❤️

$5

Travis Spencer

You're very inspiring, Mat! Can't wait to see you on the dance-floor. - Trav xo