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Jason Williamson’s 4,000km Run Across Australia – Supported by Six West Aviation & Kleos Aero

This August, Jason Williamson—founder of Six West and seasoned ultra-endurance athlete—will embark on an extraordinary 4,000km run from Perth to Port Macquarie. Averaging 84km per day over 50 days, Jason’s journey is more than a personal challenge; it’s a mission to spotlight youth mental health and raise funds for two impactful charities: Australia’s Gotcha4Life and Ireland’s A Lust for Life. Six West and Kleos Aero to support endeavour.

Six West Aviation Official Press Release

Why We’re Running

At Six West, we believe in taking bold steps to effect meaningful change. By supporting Jason’s run, we’re championing the cause of mental well-being among young people and fostering a culture of resilience and support.

The Charities We’re Supporting (And Where to Donate)

This event is support of two fantastic mental health charities. In Australia, Gotcha4Life, and in Ireland, A Lust for Life. Learn more about the organisations below, and find donation links if you would like to kindly contribute.

Gotcha4Life

Gotcha4Life is an Australian not-for-profit foundation dedicated to building a mentally fit future. Founded in 2017 by media personality Gus Worland, the charity focuses on delivering preventative mental fitness programs, workshops, and resources across schools, workplaces, sports clubs, and communities nationwide. Their mission is to inspire and enable individuals to take proactive steps in strengthening their mental resilience, fostering social connections, and encouraging help-seeking behaviors.

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A Lust for Life

A Lust for Life is an award-winning Irish youth mental health charity dedicated to early prevention and education. Their mission is to empower young people with the tools and skills needed to enhance and protect their mental health from an early age. Through innovative, teacher-led programmes in primary schools, they aim to build resilience, increase well-being, and enhance emotional literacy among children. A Lust for Life envisions a world where every child and young person can thrive mentally, emotionally, and socially.

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Event Announcement Video

Six West Aviation founder and record-breaking ultra-endurance athlete Jason Williamson is set to push the limits of human endurance as he announces an extraordinary attempt to run 4,000 km across Australia. Over the course of 50 days, Jason will run from Perth in Western Australia to Port Macquarie in New South Wales, covering an average of two marathons per day, battling extreme conditions and testing the boundaries of physical and mental resilience all in celebration of his 50th birthday this year.

Follow the Journey!

Stay connected with Jason’s journey and the impact it’s making. Check out his podcasts, training program, documentary from his previous run across Ireland and more!

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Watch on YouTube!

Jason's Official Event Page