Let’s walk and remember, together

Published on 21 August 2025

This media release talks about suicide which some people can find difficult or distressing. There are support services and resources available, including Suicide Call Back Service: 1300 659 467, Lifeline: 13 11 14, Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636 and Standby Support After Suicide 24-hour number: 1300 727 247

On Sunday 14 September 2025, we are walking to acknowledge World Suicide Prevention Day. Join us at the bottom of Main Street, at Mornington Park from 9am until midday.

Chasing Change is partnering once again with the Mornington Peninsula Shire to raise awareness around suicide and mental health, as well as promoting community and social connection and support.

With your help, we will remember loved ones we have lost to suicide and encourage open conversations about mental health and suicide. This is a family friendly, community focused event, so please bring your family, friends and support people along with you.

Together we can support each other to speak openly and supportively about this important issue.

The event includes stalls, activities, face painting, music, speakers and a memorial roll call of people we have lost to suicide. As part of the walk, you are also invited to tie a ribbon to the fence on the perimeter of Mornington Park.

Attendance is free and all are welcome. We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing. This is a gentle walk around the perimeter of the park.

On the event page, you can also find a link to register a name for the memorial roll call.

Chasing Change partnership

The World Suicide Prevention Day Walk 2025 has been organised by Chasing Change in partnership with the Mornington Peninsula Shire. Chasing Change is a local suicide prevention group. To learn more, please visit their website: chasingchange.com.au

Together with Chasing Change, Mornington Peninsula Shire is committed to supporting the health and wellbeing of the Mornington Peninsula community. Our involvement in the World Suicide Prevention Day Walk aligns with our strategic goals to:

Promote Mental Health and Wellbeing: Our Public Health & Wellbeing Plan emphasises the importance of mental health, community connection and preventive health strategies.

Address Local Needs: Suicide has a significant impact on families and communities in the region. We recognise the need for local, place-based approaches to suicide prevention that reflect the unique needs and strengths of the Mornington Peninsula community.

Encourage Community Participation: The event supports our broader goal of fostering an inclusive, caring and resilient community where everyone feels empowered to support one another.

Collaborate with Local Partners: By partnering with organisations like Chasing Change, the Shire leverages local expertise and lived experience to deliver effective, community-driven initiatives.

World Suicide Prevention Day Walk 2025

Venue: Mornington Park

Address: Schnapper Drive, Mornington 3931

Date and time: Sunday 14 September, 9am-12pm

RSVP: mornpen.vic.gov.au/wspd

Quotes attributable to Mayor Councillor Anthony Marsh:

“I encourage everyone to join us on Sunday 14 September, for the annual World Suicide Prevention Day Walk. Each year we partner with Chasing Change, to address this deeply important topic.”