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Mates 4 Mates: Bondi 10km Soft Sand Run

Posted by Lynn on

We made it, 10k in soft sand, it took me 1 hr & 21 minutes. I forgot to mention we were carrying army pack’s…..see photo. Together Simon & I raised over $4k. Thanks to everyone who supported us, the feedback was very positive for the cause & great to hear how much this charity means to so many. For those who haven’t donated & want to there is still time.

Thanks again, 2017 talk has already begun.
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Number of Australian soldiers killed on active service since 1999
 
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Number of returned soldiers who’ve taken their own life
I am raising money for the Mates 4 Mates Foundation. Mates4Mates supports current and ex-serving Australian Defence Force members (and their families) who have physical or psychological wounds, injuries or illnesses as a result of their service. I will be running this Sunday the 22nd of May in a 10km soft sand event at Bondi. I have told by one mate who has completed both the Oxfam 100km event & the 10km soft sand that he’d rather walk the 100km. I hope he is wrong. Please see the link below to my fund raising page.

Mates4Mates provides:

  • Physical Rehabilitation & Wellbeing services

Individual rehabilitation, group training sessions, complementary therapies and recreational activities.

  • Psychological services

Evidence based individual and group counselling, relaxation and mindfulness and Equine Therapy.

  • Employment and Education Support Services

Career coaching & mentoring, education & training and employment support.

  • Rehabilitation Adventure Challenges

Including trekking, kayaking, sailing and cycling programs.

  • Social Connection Activities

Regular peer support, social events and family activities