OLIVIA NEWTON-JOHN LEAVING AUSTRALIA FOR GOOD?
Olivia Newton-john has made the unexpected decision to move her cancer charity, the ONJ Foundation, from Australia to the USA, sparking whispers that the British-born star is cutting all ties with her adopted homeland.
ONJ’S move to locally deregister the organisation came as a surprise, given that she only launched it in Australia just two months earlier. The 72-year-old, who is currently battling breast cancer, confirmed the decision on social media, saying she was “excited” about the new era.
Meanwhile, a press release explained the move was being made primarily for tax-concession purposes. Most of the foundation’s donors are US residents, and, according to the statement, “Olivia is keen to make sure these donors receive maximum tax benefits and support.”