Silent Ripples

17/10/2026

Thank you everyone for today. Our first long Ride Against Su***de Strathalbyn, Wellington East, (thank you Pat at the ), Meningie, Kingston, finishing at the Naracoorte Show total 333km with most riders doing more just to get to our starting point and nearly everyone riding back to Adelaide or further. To everyone who helped along the route you might not think you did much but you did by just putting your hand up to help and showing your support. To Deb Geerts and her team from First Aid for Motorcyclists for taking the lead. Big thanks to Kathy Galbraith and her teams from the Bordertown Silent Ripples and Naracoorte and Districts SPN for working with the Naracoorte Show, Elders, Tender Cuts butchers, Limestone Coast Motorcycles, Small Engines and Bicycles, Craig's Bakehouse and the Naracoorte Lucindale Council. Also Andrew Lock, Amanda Lock, Eddie Lock, Trevor Smith, Cathy Smith, Natasha Hollitt, Alex and my ever patient husband Andrew Allanson. We had around 30 riders which may not seem many but most want to do it again and as we say from small things big things grow. But for now we will concentrate on next weeks shorter ride to Callington Show.
If you have photos please share them because when you're organising events you often forget to take photos.

11/10/2026

🏍️💙 TWO RIDES. ONE IMPORTANT MISSION. LET'S RIDE TOGETHER! 💙🏍️
This year marks the 11th year of Silent Ripples presenting the Ride Against Su***de, and we're doing things a little differently! For the first time, we're boldly taking on TWO RIDES to spread our message further and bring even more people together. 🙌
💙 RIDE 1 — Saturday 17 October 📍 Strathalbyn to Naracoorte 🏍️ Motorcycles & specialist cars welcome!
💙 RIDE 2 — Sunday 25 October 📍 Palmer to Callington, travelling via the Barossa and Woodside 🏍️ Motorcycles only, please!
Both rides share one powerful purpose: raising awareness of su***de and the devastating ripple effect it has on families, friends and entire communities.
Every rider, every registration and every show of support helps us keep this important conversation going. You don't have to be able to change the world on your own — sometimes, simply showing up can make a difference. 💙
We've got the rides planned, the routes ready and the cause close to our hearts. Now all we need is YOU!
🔥 Grab your riding mates, register online and be part of something that matters.
👉 Head to our registration pages, sign up and help us make this year's Ride Against Su***de our biggest show of support yet!
Let's hit the road, stand together and remind people that they are not alone. 💙
www.mycause.com.au/events/south-east-ride-against-su***de

www.mycause.com.au/events/ride-against-su***de

Show your wheelie passionate about Su***de Prevention Together We Ride. Together We Remember South East (To Naracoorte) Ride 17 10 2026

06/10/2026

Good advice in a less serious manner

02/10/2026

🏍️ RIDE AGAINST SU***DE – 17 OCTOBER 2026 🏍️
The Ride Against Su***de began in 2016 following the loss of my son in 2007 to su***de. He was an avid motorcycle rider, so honouring his memory in this way just seemed like the right thing to do.

Until now, the Ride Against Su***de has been held in the regions close to Adelaide. This year, we’re taking the ride to the regions, with our first regional ride travelling from Strathalbyn to Naracoorte.

🏍️ Strathalbyn ➡️ Wellington ➡️ Meningie ➡️ Kingston ➡️ Naracoorte
⏱️ Approximately 5 hours

We’re calling on our motorcycle community to come together for something that truly matters. ❤️

On 17 October, riders will hit the road for our Ride Against Su***de — a ride dedicated to raising awareness of su***de, supporting people living with mental health challenges, and standing beside those who have lost someone to su***de.
This ride is about more than motorcycles. It’s about connection, conversation and letting people know they don’t have to face things alone.
🏍️ Ride with us
💙 Ride for someone you love
🕊️ Ride in memory of someone lost
🤝 Ride to show your support
💬 Ride to help break the silence around su***de and mental health

Whether you ride every weekend or simply want to be part of something meaningful, we’d love to have you alongside us.
Bring your bike. Bring your mates. Bring your stories. Most importantly, bring your heart.

📅 RIDE DETAILS
🏍️ Registration fee is $30 per person, including pillion passengers.
📍 Strathalbyn
Registrations from 7:00am
Departure at 8:00am
📍 Wellington
Registrations from 8.15am
📍 Meningie
Registrations from 9.00am
📍 Kingston
Registrations from 11.00am
📍 Arriving at Naracoorte Pioneer Park at 12:45pm

If you live in the South East or are joining us from over the border in Victoria, you can meet us at Pioneer Park and join the group as we ride into the Naracoorte Showgrounds.
🏁 Expected arrival into the Naracoorte Showgrounds: 1:00pm
You don't have to ride the entire route to be part of this important day. Join us along the way, bring your bike, bring your mates and help us make a difference.

And it’s not just for motorcycles! 🏍️ We’re also welcoming classic cars, and specialty vehicles to join us to be part of this important day. 🚗💙 Same registrations apply $30 per person with only 2 people per vehicle. Others can enter the showgrounds with a purchased entry pass.

Let's fill the road with riders and drivers sending a powerful message that every life matters, every person matters, and no one should have to face their struggles alone.
🏍️💙 Ride with us. Stand with us. Ride Against Su***de.

http://www.mycause.com.au/events/south-east-ride-against-su***de

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21/09/2026

Our next Social / Support day is this coming Sunday at the Bowhill General Store from 12pm. Everyone is welcome whether you are needing support or just wanting to catch up with people who understand.

17/09/2026

There are 2 different rides this year.
The first is leaving from Strathalbyn riding to Naracoorts on Oct 17th.
The second is leaving from Palmer riding to Callington on Oct 25th. Each ride has its own registration page.

Please ensure you select the correct ride.

If you are choosing to ride to Naracoorte keep in mind it's about 4 hours from Adelaide, so we recommend that you plan a weekend, stay somewhere in the region and support the local communities. There are lots of accommodation options include camping at the Naracoorte Showgrounds or the local Big 4 park nearby. There are also other options along the route. So stay safe and have a great ride at whichever ride you choose.

South East
www.mycause.com.au/events/south-east-ride-against-su***de
Callington
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25/08/2026

R U OK? Day is coming up on Thursday 10 September. When it lands, you'll probably spend it doing what you always do, checking in on everyone else. So I wanted to get in early and turn it around, and ask you first:

Are you okay? Really?

Not the "yeah, fine, just busy!" answer. The honest one.

​Because I know the kind of person who reads my posts. You're the one who remembers everyone's appointments, carries the mental load, holds it all together for the people you love. And somewhere in all of that, it gets so easy to forget that you matter just as much as everyone you look after.
You can't pour from an empty cup. So consider this your early reminder to check in on yourself the way you check in on everyone else, this week and on the 10th.

22/08/2026

We often meet people who have young adult children who have lost a relative or friend to su***de but struggle to find the group that fits with them. Talk Out Loud might be able to help. It's a wonderful group founded by Mary G after the loss of her brother and has a particular focus on teens and young adults. https://www.facebook.com/share/1HSzWN5A7y/

Youth empowerment services and experiences in Australia.

19/08/2026

We have a ride to Naracoorte!!!
More details soon but big shout out to the First Aid For Motorcycles group and Deb.
We will need some volunteers along the way to help with registrations. If you can help let us know.

10/08/2026

For those who are interested in supporting Silent Ripples and the Ride Against Su***de we are now open for registrations.

Ride Against Su***de | 25 Oct 2026 | Ride with purpose.