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The beautiful grounds of Epsom's Florence Court were opened to guests yesterday afternoon to raise funds for Mercy Hospice.
Auckland's well-heeled turned out in droves for the garden party, which featured a celebrity tennis match between professionals Brett Stevens and Mark Nielson.
Recently eliminated dancing stars Tina Cross and Aaron Gilmore attended the hospice event, which was Cross's official charity during her time on TV One's Dancing with the Stars.
Highlight
Getting a first-hand look at one of Auckland's most magnificent private residences, and roaming the sprawling, well-manicured grounds.
Lowlight
That Cross and Gilmore were unable to dance, as Cross was suffering a recurring knee injury. Fortunately, Gilmore still took to the dance floor with one lucky guest, who bid at auction for the chance to partner the professional dancer.
