Registrations are now open for a Geelong motorcycle event that encourages conversations about depression and suicide prevention.
Black Dog Ride’s ‘One Dayer’ will feature a motorcycle ride that kicks off from Geelong Showgrounds on March 15.
Geelong Black Dog Ride coordinator Marie (Gremlin) Grima said she looked forward to seeing people from across Geelong come together to help make a difference.
“We know first-hand that when community members, volunteers, clubs and businesses unite behind a shared cause, the ripple effect can be felt right across the country,” she said.
“It’s about connection, compassion and showing that no one has to face their struggles alone…and each year, the Black Dog Ride One Dayer reminds us that meaningful change starts at a local level.
“By raising awareness and vital funds that go directly back into regional communities, we’re helping to close the gap where mental health services and free support are still out of reach for so many Australians.”
More than 6000 people from across the country participated in last year’s event, which helped raise over $300,000 to support mental health and suicide prevention.
Most of the money raised through the One Dayer ride will support regional and rural areas where access to mental health services and free support is limited through the Black Dog Ride Grant Program.
Visit 123tix.com.au/events/50734/geelong-vic-black-dog-ride-1-dayer-2026 for more information and to register for the event or blackdogride.org.au/view/donate to make a donation.
