Today marks International Volunteer Day. This year’s theme, “Every Contribution Matters,” celebrates the power of collective action and recognises that every act of volunteering — big or small — builds a stronger, more connected world. Today, also marks the official launch of the International Year of Volunteers for Sustainable Development, shining a spotlight on theContinue reading “International Volunteer Day 2025”
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International Men’s Day 2025
Today marks International Men’s Day. This year’s theme is ‘Supporting Men and Boys,’ a reminder to consider how you can support the men and boys in your life. It could be something as simple as checking in on a mate, reaching out to a family member, or lending a hand to a young person whoContinue reading “International Men’s Day 2025”
Preparing for R U OK? Day 2025
This Thursday 11 September, we will again be supporting R U OK? Day. This annual day of action encourages us to have genuine conversations about mental health and make a real difference in someone’s life. Often, the people we care about may not openly express their struggles, but small signs of change in their behaviourContinue reading “Preparing for R U OK? Day 2025”
Women’s Health Week 2025
At St Mary’s, women are a big part of our club, as players, coaches, volunteers, mums, supporters, and much more. But while you show up for others, it’s just as important to show up for yourselves. This Women’s Health Week, we’re encouraging all women in our community to “Say yes to you” by prioritising yourContinue reading “Women’s Health Week 2025”
Road Safety Round 2025
Thank you to our community for banding together for the TAC Victoria Road Safety Round this weekend. Our players wore blue armbands to honour the lives lost on Victoria roads and serve as a reminder that we all play a role in making our roads safer. Specifically, we were shining a spotlight on speeding— aContinue reading “Road Safety Round 2025”
Driving Change: Road Safety Round 2025
This week we’re participating in TAC Victoria and AFL Victoria’s Road Safety Round. Our football and netball teams will proudly wear blue armbands as part of the TAC’s ‘Band Together’ campaign — a powerful reminder that we’re all on the same team when it comes to saving lives on our roads. This year, the focusContinue reading “Driving Change: Road Safety Round 2025”
NAIDOC WEEK 2025
Today marks the start of NAIDOC Week – in its 50th year of celebration. Each NAIDOC Week reinforces our vision for an Australia where Indigenous voices are not only heard but lead the way. The 2025 theme, “The Next Generation: Strength, Vision & Legacy,” celebrates not only the achievements of the past but the brightContinue reading “NAIDOC WEEK 2025”
Busted: Our 2025 Road Safety Campaign
Today marks the launch of our 2025 TAC Club Rewards road safety social media campaign. Get ready as we “brake down” (pun intended!) road safety myths throughout the season. Let’s start with a big one we all face today due to leading such busy lives: driving tired. Fatigue doesn’t just come from lack of sleepContinue reading “Busted: Our 2025 Road Safety Campaign”
National Blood Donor Week: Join our Lifeblood Team
Before National Blood Donor Week ends, join our St Mary’s Lifeblood team! So far this year, our team has made 7 donations — helping save 21 lives. But did you know over 8.3 million Australians will need blood at some point in their lives? That’s why we’re encouraging everyone in our community to donate blood.Continue reading “National Blood Donor Week: Join our Lifeblood Team”
TAC Club Rewards 2025
For for the fifth year running, our club is participating in the TAC Club Rewards program to make our roads safer for all Victorians. TAC Club Rewards is a program for all local football and netball clubs to actively participate in the mission to eliminate fatalities and serious injuries on our roads— and gives usContinue reading “TAC Club Rewards 2025”