I'm raising money for my Mum, Sue and the 433,300 Australians living with dementia.
On Tuesday December 23, I’m running 58km to honour the 58 precious years we had with my mother Sue, who recently passed after four challenging years of dementia. The run will take place in Lara around a 900m loop from 6am-1pm (approx). Thanks for the great start to the donations. If you’d be keen to run/walk a lap or 10, please come along!
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The On Sunday, 3 May, 2026, I'm taking part in Geelong's Memory Walk & Jog to raise funds to support Australians impacted by dementia.
This is a cause close to my heart and I would love your support.
Please make a donation to support my efforts and help us reach our goal to beat dementia.
Not many people know, but dementia is Australia's leading cause of death. By 2058 it's expected that over 800,000 Australians will have dementia. But we can change this.
All money I raise will support the work of Dementia Australia and help provide vital support services like counselling, support groups, education, and research to help find a cure.
Together we can achieve a lot. Your donation would mean the world to me.
Thanks for your support!
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I’ve reached my fundraising, but I'd love to raise more. Will you help?
Thank you to my sponsors
$1.07k
Anonymous
$532.50
Steven Brown
"Good luck with the run man"
$301.99
Anonymous
$281.16
Tessa
$266.25
Emma & Darren
"Good luck with the run. I’m sure you will smash it xx"
$226.85
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!"
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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."
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Rob & Bernie
"Mum would be so proud 😘"
$213
Harry And Max Mahon
"Proud of you uncle Mike"
$213
Jack Shannahan
$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
Leonie Cotter
"A great way to honor your mum Michael"
$131.58
Dylan & Kiah
"30DTG"
$124.76
Nick, Cassie, Isla & Leo Seel
$117.15
Matt Trethowan
"Super effort brother ❤️ Tez xx"
$117.15
Zoe And Mitch
$117.15
The Elliotts
"Go get em ROSSI 👊"
$117.15
Frances Brennan
"Your mum would be so proud of you. What a fantastic gesture in her memory. xx Bunty and Otto"
$117.15
Rhonda
"Hoping you double your fund-raising goal Michael. Absolutely amazing thing to do."
$117.15
Patricia O’heare
$117.15
Karen
$117.15
Natasha Boreland
"You’re an amazing person Michael, what a beautiful way to honour your mum 💖 you’ve got this!"
$117.15
Anonymous
"Good luck with the run."
$117.15
Joseph Hernandez
"All my best wishes for your run in memory of your dear Mum Sue Michael. I hope you reach your target!"
$117.15
Tyler + Jesse Woods
$117.15
Felicity
$117.15
Ben Webster
"Great work mate ! 👏"
$113.42
Ann Weigl
"Best of luck Michael xx"
$113.42
Devon Smith
"Great work Mike ❤️"
$110
Moira Cotter
"Good luck Michael xx"
$110
Anonymous
"You are an amazing human Michael. Run well. Deb & Neil"
$106.50
Christopher Seel
"Hey Michael we’ll try to get down and walk a few laps with you"
$106.50
Lara Finance
$106.50
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"
$106.50
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
$65.79
Brett
$62.38
Jackson Brady
$62.38
Tenielle Buckby
"What a fantastic way to honour your beautiful Mum ❤️"
$62.38
Anja Hauenschild
$62.38
Kade Camilleri
$62.38
Maddy Seel
"Incredible Michael! Sending love! ❤️"
$60.40
Jackie Coogan
$58.58
Moira Traynor
$58.58
Anonymous
$58.58
Chris Zorba
$58.58
Jessica O'shannassy
"Enjoy every lap Michael. What an honor"
$58.58
Chris Zimmer
"So sorry to hear the passing of your mum Sue"
$58.58
Angela
$58.58
Claire Cotter
"In memory of your beautiful mum"
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Dylan Kee
$58.58
Eloise Traynor
"Sending you so much love Michael. What an incredible thing to do to honour your beautiful mother. All our love xx"
$56.71
Jake & Mak Mcmanus
$56.71
Izaak De Agrela
"Unreal Stevo. She would be very proud. All the best on the day!"
$55
Linda Hurley
$53.25
Barb
"Good luck Stevo, what an incredible way to honor your Mum."
$53.25
Xavier Hernandez
$53.25
Torz & Shell
$53.25
Sean
$53.25
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! 🙂"
$31.95
Dom Torpy
$31.95
Steven Egberts
$31.95
Nicola Traynor
"Best of luck with the run Michael x"
$28.36
Galen Munari
$26.63
Dennis And Judy Fogarty
"Sue was amazing beautiful lady. Sending you all our love."
$25
Gabrielle Costa
"Your strength is inspirational."
$24.16
Mary-kate & Ben
$21.30
Marc
"Best of luck with your run, and navigating through these tough times."
$21.30
Anonymous
$21.30
Janelle
"Well done. You’re mother was a great lady x"
$21.30
Hannah
"Best wishes for the run. Thinking of you and your family during this time!"
$21.30
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."
$21.30
Ada O’brien
$10.65
Christine
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