Mental health affects every community, every family and every generation.
That’s why Magill Sunrise Rotary proudly supports Lift the Lid, a national Australian Rotary Health initiative that raises awareness and funding for vital mental health research. We have also been instrumental in providing Mental Health First Aid training to help people recognise, understand and help people with mental health issues.
Through events such as the Lift the Lid Walk, our members and community come together to help improve understanding of mental illness and support research that can change lives.
Why It Matters
Mental health challenges continue to affect millions of Australians.
Australian Rotary Health is one of Australia’s largest independent funders of mental health research, providing more than $2 million annually to research programs and initiatives.
Research leads to better understanding, better treatments and better outcomes for individuals and families experiencing mental health challenges.
The Lift The Lid Walk
In 2023, Magill Sunrise Rotary joined with our friends from Campbelltown Rotary Club to host the inaugural Lift the Lid Walk. Participants enjoyed a community walk along the beautiful River Torrens (Karrawirra Parri) Linear Park while supporting a meaningful cause.
The event combines community connection, physical activity and fundraising to support mental health awareness and research.
More Than Just a Walk
One of the things we love about Rotary projects is that they bring people together.
The Lift the Lid Walk isn’t simply about raising money. It’s an opportunity to:
- Raise awareness of mental health issues
- Reduce stigma through conversation
- Build community connections
- Support life-changing research
- Demonstrate that nobody needs to face challenges alone
Mental Health First Aid Training
In 2026 the club sponsored 20 attendees to attend Mental Health First Aid Training. The training was designed for adults (18+) actively involved in community networks, including sporting clubs, schools, volunteer groups, and Scouts/Guides.
This training was professionally provided and ties into our club’s broader regional focus on mental health advocacy.
We intend to hold future events, so look out for announcements.
Join Us Next Time!
We look forward to holding future Lift the Lid Walk and Mental Health First Aid Training events and welcoming new participants.
Whether you’d like to walk, volunteer, sponsor an event, attend training or simply learn more about Rotary, we’d love to hear from you.
Keep an eye on our Facebook page for details of upcoming events.