Oscar Tyler

Running for Clear Minds

Update - 04/12/2022

I can't begin to explain how grateful I am for the support I have received over the last 3 months for my Running for Clear Minds campaign. From originally hoping to raise $5,000, to raising over $11,000 for Black Dog Institute, it wouldn't have been possible without the multitude of people who donated and/or supported me along the way. 

Although, due to injury, I didn't finish in the time bracket I had hoped for, I'm still glad I was able to finish and express my gratitude to all of those who were there for me at the end.

Mental health is extremely important and I hope that my campaign is able to show how exercise can be in maintaining a healthy mind. If you or anyone is suffering with mental illness, please reach out and seek the help that you deserve.


Hi, I’m Oscar Tyler. I’m 16 years old and live in Buderim on the Sunshine Coast. 

On Sunday 27 November 2022 I will be undertaking a solo run from Noosa to Mooloolaba, a distance of approximately 42km (a marathon!), to raise funds and awareness for the mental health charity Black Dog Institute. I’m hoping to raise $5,000 through my Running for Clear Minds campaign. 

My personal struggle with mental illness and its effect on myself and others is my reason for supporting Black Dog Institute. The charity aims to create a mentally healthier world for everyone, through learning more about the causes of mental illness and creating evidence-based mental health tools that are accessible to everyone. 

Mental illness can be challenging to overcome. Through my personal experience, I’ve found that running and other forms of exercise are extremely helpful in achieving a healthy mind and body. This is why I have created Running for Clear Minds.

Please donate today to help spread awareness on mental illness, save lives and create a happier future for everyone. All donations are gratefully accepted, no matter the size, and will go directly to Black Dog Institute

Thank you to my Sponsors

$52.50

The Gilbert Famil

Well done Oscar! This is a cause close to my heart. You should be proud of yourself. Take care and rest up.

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Alistair Murray

Great effort, Oscar…and Poppy…and Dad!

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An Inspector

Good job young fella!!

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Jamie Jones

Good on you Oscar :)

$105

Anne Buckingham

Go Oscar. So proud of you.

$31.50

Carly

$105

Colin Peirce

trust the morning is not too warm for your run. perfectly cool in Melbourne. trust your support crew gives you all the support you need.....good luck. Rosie and Colin

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The Potters & Brown

Congratulations Oscar. Such a worthy cause. Enjoy your run today.

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Tyler

Finally got paid x

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Maebh Acton

You legend! Good luck for tomorrow :)

$262.50

Mum And Dad

So incredibly proud of you Bubby ❤️ Run Forrest run!

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Clare Geoghegan

Awesome effort Oscar.

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Outboard Spares

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Jeremy Greaves

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Charley Amos

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John Wood

Remarkable courage and commitment young man for helping to kennel the dog.

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Keith & Jenny Richardson

Fantastic effort Oscar.

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Rod Ashlin

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Chris W

$21

Gregory Roberts

Go Boy, I hope it's not too hot and well done on tackling this for a good cause.

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Mike - Maritime Projects

Run Oscar Run!

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Jan Williams

An amazing effort Oscar... good luck with your run.

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Martin O'malley

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Phil Susan Mcdonald

Well done Oscar for even attempting this challenge to yourself. Run comfortably for the first 35km and save your best for the last 7km. What an inspiration to have your grandfather cycling with you as your support team. Go Oscar & Peter. Phil & Susan McDonald founders of AllTrails Bicycle Tours in Melbourne

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Penny Hs

Well done Oscar. Such dedication!!

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Margaret Lynton

$105

Sirocco Marine Melb

Smash it!

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Stephen Lourigan

Well done mate! Cheers. Steve Lourigan

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Annette Colwell

Wow Oscar, what a fantastic inspiration and role model you are. I have so much respect for your courage and honesty in owning and sharing your story. All the best for next weekend

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Margaret Kenneally

Oscar this is an amazing challenge for you and for a great cause go Oscar very proud of you

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Judy Wayling

Good luck with your run ,Oscar

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Ben O'connell

Best of luck!

$105

Robert Smith Homemakers

You have got this Oscar, run like the wind.

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Mh

Good Luck Oscar, You Got this.

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The Laursen Family

Awesome effort Oscar!

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Graeme And Angelina Wise

Don't smoke while you are running like that Chinese man.

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Tamsin Mcguin

Such a great cause, Oscar. I am impressed with your honesty and courage. My brother took his own life at a young age, so I truly feel proud of you for being an aware and proactive young man. I hope you inspire and succeed.

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Bridget Forbes

Go Oscar you total legend

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Iva

Go Oscar... Amazing work! Ellis-Jones Family

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Dale

Love your work Oscar. My donation was one cent more than the Voonbags 🤪

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Anonymous

Thanks for raising awareness and funds Oscar… a fantastic cause 👍🏽👍🏽

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Kelli Skoda

Great cause - have a fab run!

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Hannah Nicholas

Go Oscar!! Such an inspiration.

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Matt Johnson

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Anonymous

$20

Ryan Peut

$31.50

Ann & Rob

$25

Dez Hehir

Great cause Oscar, keep up the amazing work.

$1,000

Anonymous

$52.50

Leah Freriks

Such a great cause! Good luck Oscar!

$25

Naomi Oakford

Keep fighting the good fight. You've got this.

$21

Helen Court

Good luck with your run from your Flinders family

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Heinrich And Inge Koekemoer

This donation is on behalf of Heinrich and Inge Koekemoer. Good luck Oscar! You are setting a great example and supporting a very good charity.

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David Meeha

$515

Peters Family

$31.50

Ditzy

Awesome work Oscar!

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Rob & Kerry Purchase

All the best in achieving your goals both fundraising and marathon. Go you! Proud grandparents Nan & Pop

$105

Meredith Watherston

Good on you!

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Rennay & Steve Little

Such an important cause, very proud of you.

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Tony And Jen

You are absolutely amazing. Loads of love Tony and Jen, Phillip Island

$21

Andrew Mitchell

Great effort Oscar, for a great cause. And well done Pete!

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Shelley Dunlop

Thanks for supporting this amazing cause Oscar. Good luck with your run!

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Anonymous

You rock!!!! Run well!!

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Mark Lennox

Great job Oscar, just keep it going

$21

John & Yvonne

Make sure you look after your grandfather.

$105

Peter Cleland

Great effort Oscar! Making us all proud.

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Peter Massina

Great work for a very worthy cause, well done Oscar, Regards Pete (Hope PB can keep up on the bike!)

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Rachael Twiggs

So proud of you Oscar!!

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Bronwyn Can Der Meche

Go Oscar. A great effort to support those with mental health problems.

$105

Dianne & Bernie Mcgoldrick

Best wishes Oscar for your run and and your determination and courage to make a difference! Di & Bernie McGoldrick

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Colin Brewer

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Daved Lambert

Hi Oscar, An incredible effort for one of the most incredible cause. Wishing you good luck and continued health

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Eleni Savva

Good luck Oscar

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Karon Ross

$105

Michael Neumann

Good luck Oscar

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Connor

Love you Oscar ♥️♥️

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Emily Dunlop

A wonderful effort for a worthy cause

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Kristy Louise Dunlop

$1,000

Sunshine Coast Soccer Supa Oldies Inc.

Good luck with the run Oscar, all the best from all the lads at supa oldies soccer

$100

Stewart

All the best Oscar for your run (and thanks for reminding us that running is good for our mental health too!)

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Russell Dunlop

Loving your courage and character.

$21

Susan, Grant & Liam Richards

Good luck for the solo marathon! Thanks for supporting such a worthy cause.

$21

Tracey Sterling

All the best Tyler

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Lisa

$10.50

Elaine Butterworth

$21

Narelle Moulds

Good luck, Oscar - what you are doing is simply wonderful!

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Miguel Collicoat

$105

Debra Tyler

Love from the Tyler/Wilkinson’s in Brunswick

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Karen Thrift

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Anonymous

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Courtney Rowden

What an amazing thing you are doing, Oscar! And for such a great cause. You're a superstar. Good luck!

$100

Fiona Forsyth

Wow Oscar! What a fantastic thing to do. I'm so impressed by you and proud of you. Well done and good luck.

$21

Michelle Mackenzie-smith

Wonderful initiative Oscar!! All the best!!

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Earp Family

Go Oscar!

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Nicholas Gray

Hope your run goes well on the day

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Taylor Pointon & Family

So proud of you Oscar x

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Mr Thompson

Great initiative Oscar and a great cause to support. Wishing you the best of luck.

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Jodie Mckenzie

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Susan Lynch

This is a great thing you are doing Oscar. I wish you all the best in your training and for the event.

$105

Simon Hampshire

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Kirsty Richardson

Wow Oscar, great stuff!

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Phoebe Richardson

$21

Thomas Rauter

I love you!

$20

Lachlan Mcintyre

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Alistair Murray

Good on you, Oscar! (From friends of PB & Kerith)

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Andrew Zanos

T-bar. My respect for you as an outstanding young man was already sky high. Reading your story and becoming aware of your campaign as just tripled that respect. Love your work

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David And Carmel Walsh

Great Job Oscar

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Richard Storr

such a current issue well done on supporting this organisation

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Chris Dunlop

$31.50

Kate Milkins

Great cause, well done. I have a 16 year old teen and understand some of the challenges. Thanks for making a difference and going the extra mile/km! P.s. I enjoyed working with your Dad and team at Parks Victoria.

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Skye Wallden

I am so proud to know you. Well done

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Anonymous

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Nathan Kennedy

Amazing what your doing Oscar. Absolute inspiration.

$105

Tim And Hannah

All the best! Great cause. Inspiring!

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Alan Fraser

Run hard

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Anna Bolmat

Such an important message - have a great run Oscar!

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Voonbag Family

Amazing effort. Good luck Oscar. Love the Voonbag Fam x

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Daniel Crozier

$105

Wilkinsons

Awesome Oscar You are an inspiration to all young people

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Cheryl Tyler

Wonderful thing to do. Admire your honesty and dedication. So very proud of you Oscar.

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Lewis Acton

Bank account is looking ropey atm but wanted to donate atleast something. Keep up the good shit boss. Inspiring

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Anne Buckingham

Good work Oscar. Me and my family have their share of mental illness. Exercise is great for it!

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Noah Richards

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Oscar Nielsen

Amazing stuff Oscar your an inspiration mate

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Paige Little

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Lara S

Great work for a great cause!

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Nicole Lewis

So proud of you Oscar. ❤️

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Long Family

This is awesome Oscar! Good luck

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Su Najera

Best of luck Oscar

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Tom And Sam O’may

Amazing!

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Imogen Mcalister

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Josh Anderson

Go Oscar!

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Chloe Mctaggart

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Amity Geoghegan

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Robandkaz

go oscar robandkaz

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Steve Weber

Go Oscar

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Eva Johnston

Rip in my boy!!! Your an inspiration to us all!! Love you and keep it up! ❤️

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Marisa Ricketts

very proud of you oscar. amazing things you’re doing.

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Bronte Harris

oscar this is amazing, so proud of you

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Daniel Potter

good shit bossman

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Charlie

Good luck on your run mate.

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The Kusters

Oscar, So proud of you my good man! You are a true inspiration and role model! Good luck Legend!!

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Pilgrim Family

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Abi Parker

Proud of you Oscar xo

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Dianna Ferrara

Best of luck Oscar, you will excell.

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Paul And Lisa Allen

Go for it!

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Mia Allen

So proud of you :)

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James Herring

Legend mate x

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Beth Clarke

So proud of you oscar !!! ❤️❤️

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Joanna Beale

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Alison, Ryan And Family.

This is amazing, Oscar! Congratulations buddy. Love the Cocks Clan. X

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Stuart Buckingham

Good Luck on the run Oscar. We are super proud of you.

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Felicity Burke

What a great cause Oscar! I love this xx

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Peter Buckingham

I’m very proud of your efforts and motivation..

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Kerith Buckingham

Go Oscar👏👏

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Sayda N

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Susan Taylor

Awesome!

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The Punters

Your courage across many fronts is an inspiration to others Tbar, young and old. You should be very proud as we are of you. If you’re looking for support on the day, please let us know.

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Brooklin C

Awesome cause to support Oscar!

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Mia Greaves

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Jude Sutton

$10

Paige Lena

Love the work King!

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Catherine Burnett

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Ashley Allen

$20

Lizzy Sander

$30

Skye Falzon

Hey, I just wanted to say I'm really proud of you and what you are doing. You are amazing 😊

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Lucia Richards

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Georgie Walshe

Good luck - you've got this!

$21

Kathryn Fraser

Great effort Oscar - will be cheering for you from Melbourne!

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Bridget Sinnamon

$10.50

Emily Groves

$10.50

Molly Goulding

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Lyndell Buckingham