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Directors’ Reports

Mooloolaba Rotary’s 10th Anniversary Lift the Lid Walk – A Celebration of
Community, Compassion, and Commitment

What a truly remarkable morning it was on Sunday, October 19th, as the Sunshine Coast

once again “walked the talk” for mental health at the 10th Anniversary Lift the Lid Walk for
Mental Health.
Under blue skies and to the sound of live music from the talented Taylor Dee from the

Eumundi School of Music, over 300 walkers filled the Mooloolaba foreshore with colour,
energy, and hope. Families, friends, Rotarians, service providers, and community members
came together to raise funds and awareness for Australian Rotary Health’s mental health
research — and to remind one another that conversations about mental health truly matter.

This year’s event raised close to $30,000, with proceeds directed to Australian Rotary
Health. A special thanks goes to our Major Event Sponsor, Ramsay Clinic Caloundra, whose
ongoing generosity and involvement have been instrumental in the event’s success.

A Morning of Heart and Purpose

Our new “arena” layout created a warm, inclusive village atmosphere — a perfect reflection
of Rotary spirit. The Mix FM Street Team brought their signature buzz with live broadcasts,
while Taylor’s music set a joyful tone throughout the morning. Every walker received a 10th

Anniversary medallion, a symbol of shared commitment and community pride.

Among our guests were:
Andrew Wallace MP

Mayor Rosanna Natoli – our long-standing Ambassador and Honorary Member

Councillor Joe Natoli, also an Honorary Member and great friend of our Club

Ashley Robinson, our much-loved community ambassador

Kara Geyer from The Media Hut and Stewart Wood from Australian Rotary Health

Their presence, along with many local mental health organisations — including YouTurn and
Assist First Aid— reinforced the event’s powerful message: that together, we can lift the lid
on mental health stigma.

Thank You to Our Sponsors and Partners

This milestone year would not have been possible without our generous sponsors and
donors:

Gold Sponsors: Ramsay Health Care, ABA Advice Beyond Accounting, Maroochy RSL, and
Vicki Stewart – McGrath Estate Agents

Silver Sponsors: Smart Steps Accounting, Mooloolaba Surf Club, Baker Jorgensen Lawyers,
RM Developments, Alex Surf Club, Sunquest, and Thompson Brain & Mind Health

Bronze Sponsors: Whites IGA, Maroochy Surf Club, and Suncorp Bank

Media Partner: 92.7 Mix FM – thank you for standing beside us since the very first walk!