A FUNDRAISER to raise money for mental health and suicide prevention initiatives in regional Australia was held in Seaford last weekend.
The Black Dog Seaford Ride One Dayer took place on Sunday, 15 March, with motorcyclists setting off from Scotties Garage Cafe on a ride through Rye, Flinders, and Balnarring. Motorcycle rides occurred nationwide as part of the fundraising effort.
Seaford Black Dog Ride coordinator Caroline Wallbridge said the money would help fund community-based mental health programs in regional and rural areas.
“Mental health challenges don’t discriminate by postcode, but, unfortunately, access to support often does. The last week before the One Dayer is when support from the wider community really makes a difference. By supporting the Black Dog Ride One Dayer, the local community is directly helping to close that gap and start conversations that can, and has genuinely saved lives,” Wallbridge said.
“Every donation, every message of encouragement and every person who turns up on the day helps us fund practical, local mental health support. This ride is about reminding people that they’re not alone and making sure help exists close to home when it’s needed most.”
The annual one dayer ride was first held in 2009, and has since raised more than $4 million nationwide. To donate visit blackdogride.org.au/view/donate
First published in the Mornington News – 17 March 2026