Dr Wang Sheludko has a line-up of experiences on offer, from a Spanish dinner and whiskey philosophy evening to a surf lesson, and a chauffeur service to lawn mowing (billed to be undertaken in a mankini for the right price). These are the big drawcards for a bumper charity auction with all money raised to support The Ballarat Foundation via Dr Wang Sheludko's Dancing With Our Stars entry.

While Dr Wang Sheludko might be the one in the spotlight on dance night, getting there is a team effort.

Dr Wang Sheludko moved from Melbourne eight years ago to Ballarat, her husband's hometown, to raise their young family.

After starting work at Ballarat Health Services Base Hospital, Dr Wang Sheludko helped launch Sovereign Radiology. She continues to also work at the Base and is a clinical director for Grampians Breastscreen.

"People were great to us and very welcoming. The community really got behind us and it's our time to give back in this opportunity," Dr Wang Sheludko said.

"Obviously healthcare staff have been working really hard the past year and we have been lucky we have had job security. I tell my kids how lucky they are and I want to be a good role model for them."

In turn, her team has stepped up to help however they could - even if offering to have a dance between patients.

Dr Wang Sheludko heard about the Dancing With Our Stars gala event from a staff member whose husband is an experienced dancer and felt this was the perfect opportunity to make a difference.

Money raised via dancers' fundraising supports The Ballarat Foundation's suite of community programs to help break the cycle of disadvantage across the region. The glamourous event raised more than $112,000 in its inaugural edition in 2019.

Dr Wang Sheludko is one of 10 community stars in next month's dance-off. She is preparing to bring one of ballroom dancing's oldest styles to the floor with the Viennese waltz.

"It'd fun but challenging. Viennese waltz is fast and there's lots of turning and spinning. The steps are not complicated but this dance is usually only done in the top levels of competition," Dr Wang Sheludko said.

"I'm learning to try and not get dizzy and not fall over from dizziness."

MORE DANCING INSPIRATION

Dr Wang Sheludko has been planning a summer family fun day at Cafe Sidra in Learmonth for Saturday - should Victoria's snap lockdown end this week. More details here.

In the meantime, Dr Wang Sheludko's auction will proceed and advanced bids are now open. To place a bid, email Dr Wang Sheludko, awang@keystoneradiology.com.au. A full list of auction items is listed below.

Dancing with Our Stars is bringing glamour back to Civic Hall on March 20. To support the stars: dancing-with-our-stars.raisely.com.

1. Mr Jones - dinner voucher for two

2. Eclectic Tastes - dinner voucher for two

3. Peter Ford - two tickets to Pinot and Game masterclass

4. Anita Coutts School of Dance - one term of classical classes for one student

5. Jete Exploring Dance - $100 gift certificate

6. Lake Health Group - one physiotherapy session, one remedial massage (30 minutes)

7. Ballarat Cleaning Co - carpet steam clean

8. Orchards at Springvale Farm - one night accommodation (for up to four people) at Lemon Tree Apartment

9. Wilsons Fruit and Vegetables - hamper

10. The Turret Cafe - voucher

11. Learmonth 321 Cider - heritage cider and cuvee

12. Michael Unwin - Tattooed Lady wines

13. Eastern Peake - wines

14. Buxton realestate monopoly board and $1ooo commissionvoucher

15. Basketball Ballarat jersey

16. Maltesers hampers

17. Original painting - Wild Waves (preview available at request)

18. Original painting - Day at the beach (preview available at request)

19. Dr Rick Ussher - lawn mowing service (with mankini bonus!)

20. Dr David McKenna - chauffeur service for one day or evening

21. Dr Paul Riley - Spanish evening (includes dinner at Cafe Meigas and lively Spanish conversation)

22. Dr Simon Ussher - whiskey and philosophy evening

23. Dr Scott Robson - surf lesson