Run for Andrew V
I am really excited to announce the details of “Run for Andrew V”.
The run/walk around The 'Tan will be held on the afternoon of Saturday the 15th of March 2025. The run/walk followed by dinner and drinks that evening at The Main Room, Bells Hotel in South Melbourne, is in memory of our friend Andrew Sprague who passed away on the 4th of December 1988.
The event is not only for friends and family to remember Andrew, those who did not know Andrew are also most welcome to join. The event is to have some fun and raise money for those in need of mental health support.
Mental health is a cause that most people can relate to. It would be great if you could participate.
This year we will have James McGlashan founder of "L2F4MH" and Jack Davis founder of "Its Cool to Cry", will both be involved in the Run for Andrew and will both speak at the "Run for Andrew V - Dinner".
Entry is easy, simply donate any amount on this Lifeline Australia – “Run for Andrew V” page and you and your other participants are considered entered.
Run Details:
Details for the “Run for Andrew V” (The Run/Walk Around the ‘Tan details):
• 1.30 Arrive ‘Tan start line, opposite the Yarra River. The official start point of a clockwise lap is at the Pillars of Wisdom near the junction of Alexandra Avenue and Olympic Boulevard (opposite the bridge)
• 1.30-1.55 Register and leave any (non-valuable) belongings at the “Drop Spot”. Please bring a water bottle and any required supplements
• 1.55 Gather at The ‘Tan start line to listen a tribute to Andrew Sprague, “Wish you were here”, Pink Floyd
• 2.00 “Run for Andrew V” commences with a “Timbertop, Mr Thomson start.” Top place getters to be recorded.
Last year we had 50 runners and 80 at dinner and by all reports everyone had fun while at the same time raising $13,585 for Lifeline.
Lifeline is a national charity providing all Australians experiencing emotional distress with access to 24 hour crisis support and suicide prevention services.
Lifeline exists so that no person in Australia has to face their darkest moments alone.
A target of $12,000 has been set for this year so please donate as much as you feel comfortable, as your “entry ticket” to the “Run for Andrew V”.
- Each year, over 1 million Australians reach out to Lifeline for support.
- Lifeline’s 13 11 14 crisis support line receives a call every 30 seconds.
- Lifeline’s network of 41 centres, 10,000 volunteers, and 1,000 employees provide a lifesaving national infrastructure for those experiencing immense pain and anguish.
- There are 3,500 Crisis Supporters working with Lifeline so that no person in Australia has to face their darkest moments alone.
My Achievements
Thank you to my Sponsors
$3k
Alexa & Peter Jones
$1.17k
Steve Sprague
$550
Penny Foster
$500
Anonymous
Such a worthy cause and nice to spend time thinking about a lovely friend.
$500
David Gall
Thanks Jonsey for organising another ‘Run for Andrew’. Wonderful to catchup with old friends, support such an important cause and remember our great mate Spraguey!
$500
Anonymous
$380
Glenn Newman
Thank you for the Timbertop sign n the Auction
$300
Tim & Robyn
$300
Fiona Chomley
Best cheese in the world! Thanks for organising another memorable event. Xx
$300
John Chomley
$250
Cam Stewart
$250
Anonymous
$250
Peter Jones
$250
Victoria Young
Such a great cause Jonesy, thankyou for all you do for this event 🙏🏻
$250
Peter Backwell
Well done Jonesy A great cause that does such wonderful work for those experiencing a tough time
$250
Andrew Hayne
Great work as always Jonesy
$250
Patrick
Can’t make it this round. Have fun y’all! Kudos to Jonesy as always…
$250
Sarah & Pat Millear
$250
James Shady
See you on the day Peter! Peter Shady is in good shape last outing around the Tab was 14 flat.
$250
Anne-marie Treweeke
Thank you for keeping Andrew’s memory alive in aid of a very worthy cause.
$250
John Merkus
I’m proud to support Lifeline by walking around the Tan. Every step is a reminder that no one should face their struggles alone. Together, we can make a difference.
$250
Mark And Jane Mackinnon
$200
Matt Hibbard
Great work again Jonesy, all the best for the run.
$200
Will James
Run well and have a good night yawl.
$200
Penny Larritt
Thanks Jonesy for all you do to keep people connected. xx
$200
John Chomley
Great work Jonesy, RfA#5!
$200
Catherine Grey
You are amazing !!!
$150
Alex Belcher
enjoy the run!
$150
Peter Riddell
$150
Cassie Franzose
$150
Liz Plunkett
Well done again, Jonesy. 👏🏻
$100
Anonymous
$100
Sarah Scales
$100
Scott Charles
Good on you for organising this again Jones Boy. I cannot make it but please find a small donation to help the cause. Enjoy the run - Spraguey would have loved this.
$100
Andrew Browning
$100
Jo Hook
$100
Campbell Jones
$100
Anonymous
$100
Jamie Welsh
great work
$100
Rebecca Fitzgerald
$100
Charlotte Duckett
$100
Glenn Newman
$100
Michael Hastings
$100
John Eisner
$100
Julian Hinckfuss
$100
Craig Dickson
$100
Brad Poyser
Hi Jonesy - sorry we can’t make it in person again this year. It’s definitely on our schedule next year- hope it goes well. Well done on your efforts - you’re inspiring. Cheers Brad Poyser
$100
Peter Gray
Great work Jonesy and team, many thanks
$100
Dave Beggs
$100
Michael Merrylees
$100
Ross Durran
$100
Susan Stribling
You do a great job Jonesy
$50
Chrissy Beresford
$50
Damian M
$50
James Bobik
$50
Dan Larkey
$50
Kirby Roper
$50
Cameron Berry
$50
Spencer
$50
Jamie Pescott
Great job Jonesy 😊
$50
Edward Buckingham
Well done
$50
Jane Evans
$50
Deb Moloughney
Well done Jonesy
$50
Michael And Emma Davis
$30
Hugo Bogdan
$25
Elizabeth Jones
$25
Layla Fernandes
$25
Marcus Jones
Good on ya Dad
$25
Sutasinee Anantanawat
$25
Jamie Martin
$25
Pablo Pleydell
Good luck Pete, shame I can't be there!
$25
Thank you to the Hinckfuss family