To use conversations and community engagement to raise awareness and develop initiatives that support good mental health, positive wellbeing and suicide prevention
Providing professional support to the Ski for Life family
The Barker Awards May 25'
Ski for Life Committee was nominated for community contribution and engagement with in the Electorate of Barker and the significant impact the charity is having on supporting regional groups and communities with funds raised from our iconic March event.
The award was accepted by Mark and Nadina
Just a Farmer at the Lameroo Town Hall on July 4th
THANK YOU SKI FOR LIFE
Gary Purdie, in conjunction with Lameroo Forward would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Ski for Life for their generous grant supporting the screening of Just a Farmer at the Lameroo Town Hall on July 4th.
This powerful and moving event attended by nearly 100 community members shone a light on the real-life struggles and strength of those living and working in rural areas.
The evening kicked off with a warm meal from the Lameroo Lions Club setting the tone for a night of connection and conversation.
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Just a Farmer, created and performed by Lelia McDougall was raw, honest and deeply emotional sparking real conversations around the often-unseen challenges of rural life.
The post-screening panel featured Lelia herself, alongside The Hon.
Nicola Centofanti MP, Stevi Howdle (Farm Safe Australia), and local health professional Desiree Parkhurst, offering valuable insights into mental health in the regions.
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This incredible night wouldn’t have been possible without the support of:
Lameroo Hotel Motel Board, South Mallee District Council, Skylight Mental Health, Walter Agencies, McPiggery, Nutrien Byrne Ag Lameroo & Karoonda, Lameroo Country Kitchen, StandBy Support After Suicide and Farmsafe Australia.
Thanks to Ski for Life’s support this event became more than just a film night it became a safe space for sharing, support and community connection!
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Thank you Ski for Life for backing regional mental health and helping strengthen our rural communities!
