Riding 1250km to raise awareness and funds for crisis counselling services
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The Challenge Begins - 26 May 2025
When we first set out to raise funds to employ a crisis counsellor to work across western Queensland, we knew the need was real. But since the devastating floods, that need has only intensified. When you donate, your support will help Lifeline Darling Downs and South West Queensland continue providing immediate psychosocial support in communities like Eromanga, Quilpie, Thargomindah, Cunnamulla, Eulo and Adavale – where many will be feeling the emotional impact of recent devastating floods for some time.
Your generosity will fund crisis counselling services that are urgently needed across western Queensland. Together, we can ensure evacuees and remote community members aren’t left to navigate this crisis alone. Your donation will help us strengthen long-term mental health support and build resilience, so we can continue walking alongside these communities every step of the way.
The Lifeline 3000 Ride reflects a sobering reality – over 3,000 Australians die by suicide each year, an average of nine deaths per day. Males are three times more likely to die by suicide than females, while females are significantly more likely to attempt suicide.
Route and Engagement
Our planned route reflects the region that Lifeline serves and provides an opportunity to raise awareness of all we do within these communities.
We will host community BBQs and events at four major locations along the route, providing an opportunity to:
- Engage with our local teams to discuss Lifeline’s services.
- Raise awareness about mental health support.
- Publicly acknowledge our generous sponsors.
Why this Ride Matters
- A high proportion of males
- Young Indigenous populations
- Limited access to education and mental health services
- Rural isolation and economic hardship
1 Source: AIHW National Suicide Monitoring
About Us
Lifeline Darling Downs and South West QLD was founded in 1975, and has been providing critical support programs and services to the Darling Downs and South West communities for the last 50 years. We have offices in Cunnamulla, Roma, Charleville, St George, Warwick, Dalby and Toowoomba as well as providing outreach services throughout South West Queensland.
We provide services and support to individuals and communities to engage and empower those to build resilient communities through our values of Connection, Inclusion, Relationships, Social Justice and Compassion.
How You Can Help
Together, we can build stronger, more resillient communities. Here's how you can make a difference.
Donate Now
Every donation brings us closer to ensuring mental health support reaches those in need.
Sponsor the Ride
Partner and show your commitment to mental health in Darling Downs & South West Qld.
Spread the Word
Share our Lifeline 3000 Ride with your network to help amplify our impact in your community.
Jessica Wilson just donated $200
Charmaine Malam just donated $50
Elspeth Murray just donated $125- Charles Forrisdahl Denmark just donated $35
Scott & Rachael Kennedy just donated $125- Laurie Parker just donated $50
- Jenny Barron just donated $50
- Wendy Alexander just donated $100
Anonymous just donated $50
Sascha J just donated $20- Nigel Alexander just donated $500
- Tony Simonds just donated $50
- Kate Thornton just donated $50
Susan Mott just donated $125
Angela Klein just donated $20- J Boulter just donated $35
- Amanda Patterson just donated $50
Alison & Garry Elford just donated $125- C Canadi just donated $100
Erin Miller just donated $65
Thank You to our Lifeline 3000 Ride Donors
Your donation is more than just financial support - it is hope for someone in crisis
Jessica Wilson
Charmaine Malam
Elspeth Murray
In support of Janelle Alexander riding from the Dig Tree to Cunnamulla. A huge achievement
Charles Forrisdahl Denmark
Cool
Scott & Rachael Kennedy
Awesome Rachelle and team xx
Laurie Parker
Hope the ride goes well, Hamish.
Jenny Barron
Wendy Alexander
Best of luck with the ride. Such a good cause.
Anonymous
Sascha J
Nigel Alexander
Good luck for the ride. Hope it’s a great success.
Tony Simonds
Blessings for what you are doing for the good people in the bush and safety on the roads.
Kate Thornton
Susan Mott
Have a safe trip, looking forward to seeing you along the way.
Angela Klein
Have an awesome time
J Boulter
Such a fabulous idea, and I hope that the goal is reached and then some!
Amanda Patterson
Amazing!
Alison & Garry Elford
Awesome cause Rachelle thanks for raising awareness.
C Canadi
Best of luck
Erin Miller
Amazing cause! You are incredible. Well done to all who are taking on this challenge and raising awareness and much needed money for such a worthy cause.
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