In honour of Sue, we will be raising awareness and funds for dementia.
On 7 November 2025, we lost our beloved Sue after four challenging years living with dementia. She was only 58. To honour her life and raise awareness, we’ll be taking part in a series of fundraising initiatives from now through to May 2026.
In December 2025, Sue’s son, Michael, will be running 58km to honour the 58 precious years we had with her.
In early 2026, we’ll also be directing a portion of the income from our small businesses in Geelong to Dementia Australia (more details to come).
On Sunday, 3 May, we’ll be joining the Geelong Memory Walk & Jog to show our love for Sue and support the vital work of Dementia Australia. We’d love you to join us; feel free to sign up as part of Team Sue.
Did you know…
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Dementia can be diagnosed as early as your 30s.
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Younger-onset dementia often leads to rapid deterioration and a profound impact on life.
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Dementia is the #1 cause of death for women in Australia.
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It is the #2 cause of death for all Australians.
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433,300 Australians are currently living with dementia.
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By 2065, without major intervention, this number is projected to exceed 1 million.
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1.7 million carers, family members, and friends support someone living with dementia in Australia.
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There is currently no cure for dementia.
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The need for awareness, support, and funding has never been more urgent.
We’d love your help.
A donation of any size to Team Sue will help fund essential services such as counselling, support groups, education, and vital research.
Together, we can make a meaningful difference. Your support truly means the world to us.
Thank you for anything you can give.
Love from Sue's family and friends xx
Thank you to our Sponsors
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Anonymous
$533
Steven Brown
"Good luck with the run man"
$302
Anonymous
$281
Tessa
$266
Emma & Darren
"Good luck with the run. I’m sure you will smash it xx"
$227
Peter Arnott
"Mum would be proud Mick👏"
$213
Torpy Family
"Go Michael!! Such a wonderful way to honour your mum and raise awareness and money for a needed cause. Good luck!"
$213
Aaron Fennell
$213
Janine Stephens
$213
The Greens
$213
Ryan, Jess & Fred
$213
Julie & David Andrews
"Good luck for the run tomorrow and we hope this donation helps just a little."
$213
Rob & Bernie
"Mum would be so proud 😘"
$213
Harry And Max Mahon
"Proud of you uncle Mike"
$213
Jack Shannahan
$213
John Donoghue
"Well done on supporting a great cause."
$213
Matt Daniels
"Love your work mate. Let’s do it ❤️"
$200
Maree & John
"Thinking of you being so special doing the walk for a wonderful cause. Good luck"
$200
Siobhan Burgess
"Let’s hope that one day this will be a curable disease. This will be the best run you’ve ever done Michael. Hugs & kisses 🥰"
$200
Leonie Cotter
"A great way to honor your mum Michael"
$160
Kath Green
"You’re an amazing son Michael. You’re beloved mother Sue would be so proud of you You’ll smash the 58kms I’ll be rooting for you 💪🏽💞"
$132
Dylan & Kiah
"30DTG"
$125
Nick, Cassie, Isla & Leo Seel
$117
Kath Green
"Sue was blessed to have a DIL as beautiful & amazing inside & out as you are Princess Sinead She lives on in Michael & your two gorgeous sons. Such a devastating loss Such a worthy cause. Smash the walk/job my dear friend"
$117
Matt Trethowan
"Super effort brother ❤️ Tez xx"
$117
Zoe And Mitch
$117
The Elliotts
"Go get em ROSSI 👊"
$117
Frances Brennan
"Your mum would be so proud of you. What a fantastic gesture in her memory. xx Bunty and Otto"
$117
Rhonda
"Hoping you double your fund-raising goal Michael. Absolutely amazing thing to do."
$117
Patricia O’heare
$117
Karen
$117
Matt & Sharnie
$117
Natasha Boreland
"You’re an amazing person Michael, what a beautiful way to honour your mum 💖 you’ve got this!"
$117
Anonymous
"Good luck with the run."
$117
Joseph Hernandez
"All my best wishes for your run in memory of your dear Mum Sue Michael. I hope you reach your target!"
$117
Tyler + Jesse Woods
$117
Felicity
$117
Ben Webster
"Great work mate ! 👏"
$113
Ann Weigl
"Best of luck Michael xx"
$113
Devon Smith
"Great work Mike ❤️"
$110
Moira Cotter
"Good luck Michael xx"
$110
Anonymous
"You are an amazing human Michael. Run well. Deb & Neil"
$107
Christopher Seel
"Hey Michael we’ll try to get down and walk a few laps with you"
$107
Lara Finance
$107
Jo Boothroyd & Family.
"I know your pain Michael having lost my Mum 3 years ago to dementia. The long goodbye is devastating. Good luck with your run"
$107
Doolan’s
$100
Pat Mcgivern
$100
Kieran, Nat & Maeve
"From all of us, with love, as you run in memory of someone so precious"
$100
Brea & Matt
$100
Sobo Family
$67
Sinead Stevenson
$66
Brett
$66
Christopher Hernandez
$62
Jackson Brady
$62
Tenielle Buckby
"What a fantastic way to honour your beautiful Mum ❤️"
$62
Anja Hauenschild
$62
Kade Camilleri
$62
Maddy Seel
"Incredible Michael! Sending love! ❤️"
$60
Jackie Coogan
$59
Moira Traynor
$59
Anonymous
$59
Moira Traynor
"Good luck Michael."
$59
Chris Zorba
$59
Jessica O'shannassy
"Enjoy every lap Michael. What an honor"
$59
Chris Zimmer
"So sorry to hear the passing of your mum Sue"
$59
Michael Bird
$59
Angela
$59
Claire Cotter
"In memory of your beautiful mum"
$59
Dylan Kee
$59
Eloise Traynor
"Sending you so much love Michael. What an incredible thing to do to honour your beautiful mother. All our love xx"
$57
Jake & Mak Mcmanus
$57
Izaak De Agrela
"Unreal Stevo. She would be very proud. All the best on the day!"
$55
Linda Hurley
$53
Barb
"Good luck Stevo, what an incredible way to honor your Mum."
$53
Xavier Hernandez
$53
Rhonda
$53
Torz & Shell
$53
Sean
$53
Kath Andrews
"The gentle breeze on your back will be your mother's love 💕 An amazing tribute Michael. Best wishes x"
$50
Matthew, Maddison, Peyton & Ava Richmond
"What a beautiful way to honour your amazing Mum!"
$50
Mark Torpy
"Good luck, Michael! 🙂"
$32
Dom Torpy
$32
Steven Egberts
$32
Nicola Traynor
"Best of luck with the run Michael x"
$28
Galen Munari
$27
Dennis And Judy Fogarty
"Sue was amazing beautiful lady. Sending you all our love."
$25
Gabrielle Costa
"Your strength is inspirational."
$24
Mary-kate & Ben
$21
Marc
"Best of luck with your run, and navigating through these tough times."
$21
Anonymous
$21
Janelle
"Well done. You’re mother was a great lady x"
$21
Hannah
"Best wishes for the run. Thinking of you and your family during this time!"
$21
Michelle Bolton
"Michael, this run is such a powerful way to honour your beautiful mum and to support a cause that touches so many families. Losing her so young is heartbreaking, and your strength, courage and compassion in turning grief into action is truly inspiring."
$21
Ada O’brien
$11
Christine
$5
