DETAILS
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DATESaturday 22 March 2025 |
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TIMEArrive 6.30am to check-in for a 7am start. End Approx 1pm. |
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WALK25km from First Basin Swimming Pool, also ending there - walking at your own pace with rest stop(s) along the way. We will head to Plough Inn for lunch afterwards. |
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NOTESWe encourage you to stay for lunch (not included in ticket price). Please make responsible arrangemenents for transport. Bring swimmers if you plan on a quick dip post walk! |
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MAP
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TICKET OPTIONS
WALK ENTRY PRICING PERIODS: Super Early Bird $49 to 22/12 | Early Bird $59 to 22/2 | Standard $69 to 22/3.
IMPORTANT: If registering after the 10th March, we cannot guarantee that your shirt will be available for the walk. If not, we will be in contact with you after the walk to arrange shirt delivery.
WALK FOR A BLOKE ENTRY
From $49pp
- Official WALK FOR A BLOKE t-shirt
- Halfway station drinks and snacks
- Opportunity to raise awareness and fundraise
SUPPORTER
$49pp
- Official WALK FOR A BLOKE t-shirt + postage
- Opportunity to raise awareness and fundraise
- IMPORTANT: Supporter T-shirts will be posted early March
MEET YOUR WALK LEADER
Hi, I'm Jamie, happily married, and a proud dad to three amazing daughters. My journey to becoming a walk leader is deeply personal, shaped by life experiences that have taught me the importance of resilience, community, and never giving up.
When I was 20, I worked as a mortuary attendant, a role that put me face-to-face with some of life’s most difficult moments. On the night of September 17, 1993, my life changed forever when I was called to assist with the aftermath of a tragic plane crash. The experience of identifying the remains of six men was something I carried silently for years. At the time, emotional support wasn’t offered to people like me, and I believed I had to push through on my own.
For decades, I bottled up the trauma, thinking it would fade, but it didn’t. It affected my mental health, my family, and my ability to fully enjoy life. In April 2021, I finally reached a breaking point and realized I couldn’t face it alone anymore. That realization saved me. With the love of my wife and daughters, I began to heal, and I now understand how vital it is to seek help and talk openly about our struggles.
Today, I’m passionate about being there for others. I hope blokes will find Walk for a Bloke, a safe space where people can connect, reflect, and share their stories. If my journey has taught me anything, it’s that asking for help is a strength, not a weakness. I’m here to remind others that no matter how tough life gets, there’s always hope—and I’m always ready to listen.
FAQ
WHY IS THE WALK JUST FOR BLOKES?
It also serves as medicine, enabling blokes to be active, to connect, listen, learn and to share in the walk and building resilience through action. We recognise wives, girlfriends, sisters, mothers and mates play an important role in blokes lives and welcome the women in your life to join as a supporter (see ticketing option) or a volunteer (contact bec@spoketoabloke.org).
WHERE DOES THE MONEY GO?
We started Spoke to a Bloke after losing our brother and best mate to suicide. As a team, we work on the charity weekends and after hours, we are passionate about making a real impact. 100% of funds raised goes directly to running the charity, our events and projects to support blokes mental health.
For more information on where the money goes visit our projects.
WHY DOES THE WALK FINISH AT HOTELS, PUBS AND CLUBS?
TRANSPORT
We suggest the use of public transport or organising pick up/drop off with friends or family for ease on the day. All routes are different so please take time to consider your walk map and plan accordingly.
EVENT DAY - WHAT DO I BRING
- Please ensure you have minimum 1L water (we suggest using a camel pack or similar or carrying a small backpack with minimum 1L water bottle.
- Sunscreen
- Snacks
- Hat
- Comfortable walking shoes (do not wear new shoes for the first time)
HOW DO I FUNDRAISE?
I AM HAVING TROUBLE REGISTERING
Here are tips on how to register as an individual
Here are tips on how to register as a team
If you are still stuck, please contact bec@spoketoabloke.org
CAN I WALK ON MY OWN
If you are attending an organised location, we welcome everyone on the day. If you are walking on your own there will be an opportunity for you to make yourself known and buddy up with other solo walkers if you wish.
For our grab a mate and walk anywhere option, please do just this - grab a mate and enjoy a day of great conversations and checking in on each other wherever your 25km walk may take you.
WHAT IF 25KM IS TOO MUCH FOR ME ON THE DAY?
All walkers have the option of ending their walk at anytime they feel necessary along the course. We encourage you to join us at the end venue to continue conversations and share in achievements together. If you do decide to exit the course, please ensure you let a volunteer or event lead know.
OUR ALCOHOL POLICY
We recognise that alcohol can be a contributing factor to mental health challenges among blokes. As such, the event does not promote or encourage the consumption of alcohol, and alcohol is not included in the price of the entry ticket.
We respect the personal choices of each participant regarding alcohol consumption. At each end venue, lunch will be available for purchase at own arrangements, and both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase at the discretion of the attendee.
Alcohol service will be managed by the venue in accordance with responsible service guidelines to ensure consumption is safe and appropriate.
WHAT HAPPENS IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY
Please keep an eye on pre-event communications and check back here for updates in regards to emergency procedure on event day.
