My Story…
Support My Ride to Raise Awareness for Depression and Suicide Prevention
I’m taking on a big challenge for an even bigger cause—raising money for Lifeline to help those struggling with depression and suicidal thoughts. Every day, 9 Australians lose their lives to suicide, and I want to do my part in making a difference.
As many of you know, I love cycling. It’s not just a sport; it’s a passion that’s brought me some of the most amazing and beautiful friendships. While riding through Sydney traffic can feel risky, I continue because of the sense of community, camaraderie, and sisterhood I’ve found—especially in a sport that’s still mostly male-dominated. When I meet like-minded women who share the same passion for cycling, it’s a special bond. Together, we’ve shared countless adventures, supported one another, and become stronger both on and off the bike.
In two weeks, I’ll be riding 200km from Berowra to Broke with the amazing organization 'Go for Broke.' It’s a challenging ride, but it’s heartening to know I’m not alone—my cycling family believes in me and pushes me to be the best version of myself. We’re out there before sunrise, moving, laughing, and lifting each other up, and I wouldn’t trade it for anything.
I’m asking for your support as I take on this ride to raise much-needed funds for Lifeline. Your donation will help provide essential services to those in crisis and bring hope to people who need it most. Every little bit helps, and together we can save lives.
Thank you for supporting this important cause and for believing in me.
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Everyday nine Australians lose their battle with mental health - help us help Lifeline
Over the last few years Covid, natural disasters and financial pressures have impacted on many people's lives. Many in our community are suffering from mental health and anxiety, with more and more people reaching out to Lifeline through their front line mental health services and national 13 11 14 number.
This year I'm participating in GFB24, a 183km 2000 vertical metre cycling event, from Berowra to Broke. Unlike many cycling events, GFB24 was born off the back of the event founders' own lived experience with mental health and his wish to help others in the community by raising funds for mental health and Lifeline. As a rider in GFB24 I'll be raising funds for three Lifeline offices – Lifeline Harbour to Hawkesbury Sydney.
The money I raise won't only go to helping man the national 13 11 14 crisis number, but will also help fund critical on the ground front line services.
The Gordon office of Lifeline, which we support is one of only a few Lifeline call centres nationally that answers calls 24 hours a day, seven days a week. It's after hours and overnight when many of us and people who struggle with depression and anxiety are most vulnerable and need our support.
At Go for Broke every dollar we raise helps us help fund Lifeline's frontline services and crisis support 13 11 14 number. Please give for this great cause and support me as I train for this tough ride. Help me help Lifeline.
Every dollar makes a difference. Every dollar can save a life. Thank you.
Recent donors
| Donation date | Donor name | Donation amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 23 | Cass | $26.38 |
| Sep 22 | Guad | $100.00 |
| Sep 21 | Robert Peacock | $100.00 |
| Sep 20 | Claire Rawlinson | $52.75 |
| Sep 16 | Lachlan Woolf | $26.38 |
| Sep 16 | Alicia Blazey | $52.75 |
| Sep 16 | Anonymous | $21.10 |
| Sep 15 | Christine F | $40.00 |
| Sep 10 | Anonymous | Undisclosed amount |
| Sep 09 | Trish | $21.10 |
