Category Archives: awareness days

Today marks International Men’s Day, a chance to take part in a global conversation about manhood, masculinity and men’s issues. Australia is one of the healthiest and wealthiest countries in the world and yet suicide is the leading cause of death for males under the age of 55. This year’s theme is ‘Men’s Health Champions.’Continue reading “International Men’s Day 2024”

Today is R U OK? Day. Life can throw a lot at us in a year, a month, or even a week. Whether it’s a friend, family member, colleague, partner, or teammate, the people you care about face ups and downs daily. By having regular, meaningful conversations, we build trust and make it easier forContinue reading “Supporting R U OK? Day 2024”

This Thursday 12 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 2024”

Today marks the start of Women’s Health Week. This week is all about empowering women, girls and gender diverse people to take control of their wellbeing. With so many women at our club, we’re committed to caring for and supporting health of our female and diverse members. Each day, there’s a spotlight on a new topicContinue reading “Women’s Health Week 2024”

Today is Wear it Purple Day, a day to unite to empower LGBTQIA+ youth in our St Mary’s community and across Australia to celebrate who they are and who they are becoming. This year’s Wear It Purple Day is all about shining a spotlight on the inspiring achievements of the LGBTQIA+ community. By celebrating the powerfulContinue reading “Celebrating LGBTQIA+ Youth”

This past weekend, in celebration of NAIDOC Week, we had Acknowledgement of Country and a traditional First Nations dance before the women’s game. A huge thank you to Shanyah Bux, Taleeyah Bux and Dakota Brown from the Yorta Yorta mob and Beyoncé Daniel from Barkindiji mob for sharing your culture and traditions with us toContinue reading “Recognising NAIDOC Week 2024”

Today marks the start of NAIDOC Week, an opportunity for all Australians to learn about First Nations cultures and histories and participate in celebrations of the oldest, continuous living cultures on earth. This year’s theme – Keep the Fire Burning! Blak, Loud and Proud – celebrates the unyielding spirit of our communities and invites allContinue reading “NAIDOC Week 2024”

It’s World Blood Donor Day. Our Lifeblood team has already saved 30 lives this year through blood and plasma donations! Countless Aussies rely on blood donations everyday. In fact, 1 in 3 will need a blood donation blood in their lifetime. That’s about 53 of our netball and football players! Making a blood donation isContinue reading “St Mary’s save 30 lives and counting”