Category Archives: awareness days

Over $3000 raised for Autism awareness

Yesterday we hosted the inaugural St Mary’s v Macleod Autism Awareness Cup to raise awareness for autism and support those in our community living with autism 💙 Both proud dads of sons with autism, coaches Jack Bianchin (St Mary’s) and Nick Lynch (Macleod) led the initiative, bringing everyone together to raise awareness, show support andContinue reading “Over $3000 raised for Autism awareness”

Autism Awareness Cup

This Saturday, St Mary’s and Macleod come together for the inaugural Autism Awareness Cup, in support of Autism Awareness Month 💙 Head coaches and premiership teammates Jack Bianchin and Nick Lynch are the driving force behind the day. Away from footy, they are dads first, both navigating the day-to-day reality of raising young boys onContinue reading “Autism Awareness Cup”

IWD 2026: Expanding our women’s football program

Today marks International Women’s Day. This year, the UN Women Australia’s theme is Balance the Scales — a promise that every woman and girl, regardless of background or identity, should be safe, heard, and free to shape their own lives. When women and girls stand equal, families are stronger, workplaces are fairer, communities thrive, andContinue reading “IWD 2026: Expanding our women’s football program”

International Volunteer Day 2025

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”

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”

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”