Spartans for strength

By Ethan Smith Join Me

Help me make it meaningful

Mental illness doesn’t discriminate – it affects 1 in 5 Australians every year with symptoms like depression and anxiety. The impact can be devastating, not only for those living with it, but for those around them.

That’s why I’m getting active and raising funds for the Black Dog Institute - to support crucial mental health research and support services that help Australians impacted by mental illness and suicide.

Help me create a meaningful moment for mental health as I work up a sweat, all for a great cause.

Please donate now. Thank you.

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We’re Running 21km to Support Mental Health

Thursday 9th Jan

On March 22nd, our team of mates is taking on the 21km Spartan Obstacle Course in the Hunter Valley—not just to test our strength and endurance, but to raise money for the Black Dog Institute.


Mental illness affects 1 in 5 Australians every year, and 9 Australians die by suicide each day. These are more than just statistics—they’re a reminder of how crucial mental health support is. That’s why we’re running—to help fund the Black Dog Institute’s life-changing research, programs, and tools that save lives and support those in need.


We’re ready to tackle mud, walls, and every obstacle in our way, but we need your help to make a real impact. Every donation brings us closer to our goal and closer to improving mental health outcomes for all.


Support our run and donate today—together, we can make a difference!

Thank you to my Sponsors

$54.12

Leane Mortier

Such a great cause

$50

Karleigh Grae

Yewww get it

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Anonymous

Let’s ogg. Good on you brother ❤️

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Coal Coast Gardens

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Bse .

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Nancy Carbone

You're a champion Ethan and doing it for a champion cause! Go get 'em!

$200

Femia Smith

You can DO IT!!❤️❤️

$100

Peter Carbone

Proud of you buddy

$50

Beck Mortier

Proud of you buddy

$22.58

Charlise Hannagan

$52.75

Ethan Smith