The Black and Gold Ball returned in 2016 after several years’ break with 160 people in attendance, and the organisers hope this year’s ball will be even bigger and better.

The ball will support the Mark Hughes Foundation, raising funds for brain cancer research, and will also raise money for the football club.

Tickets are $60 per person, including a two-course meal and entertainment by popular local band Dos Eager, and are available at club reception or online at cessnockleagues.com.au/book-tickets.

The organising committee is seeking donations of raffle prizes and auction items.

If you can help, call Cherie on 0417 430 670, Sharon on 0458 102 121 or email blackngoldball@gmail.com.