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Jason Williamson’s 4,000km Run Across Australia, Sponsored by Six West Aviation

This August, ultra-endurance athlete Jason Williamson 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 Aviation to sponsor endeavour.

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Why we’re supporting this

At Six West Aviation, we believe in taking bold steps to effect meaningful change. By supporting Jason’s run, we’re helping to champion the cause of mental fitness, encouraging mate-ship between friends and fostering a culture of resilience and support amongst children and adults alike. We have a history of supporting community and young adult initiatives and sporting events and being able to support this incredible challenge of running across Australia resonates with the core of who we are here across our organisation.

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The charities Jason is running for (and where to donate)

Jason has chosen to support two incredible mental health charities and play a part in removing the stigma around the topic of mental health and fitness across all age groups and demographics. The links below for A Lust for Life in Ireland and Gotch4Life in Australia are up and running for your reading and if you choose to do so, your kind donation directly to their organisation

Gotcha4Life (Australia)
Gotcha4Life (Australia)

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 (Ireland)
A Lust for Life (Ireland)

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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Artwork competition, Jason's training & live tracking

Learn about the Sophie Tea raffle competition for a chance to win some amazing artwork, keep up to date on Jason’s training progress via Strava or follow the run as it unfolds via our live tracking map!

Win a Sophie Tea painting in our raffle competition!
Win a Sophie Tea painting in our raffle competition!

World renowned artist Sophie Tea has donated one piece of her artwork in support of this run. By donating to the charities we’re supporting, you will be entered into a raffle with a chance of winning this amazing piece. Winner to be announced during the run!

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Follow Jason's Training
Follow Jason's Training

Get insights into the training program Jason has followed all year, all tracked via the Strava application. See how he is preparing for the 4000km journey daily and then follow him on his daily journey across Australia, especially good for those that love running data!

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Follow the Run Live

Follow the run live as it happens via our live tracking page – join the journey and watch the progression unfold!

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Thank you to our supporters

A huge thank you to all of the supporters helping Jason achieve this goal. Here’s the organisations helping to make this happen.

Fractel Hats
Fractel Hats

Fractel creates high-performance, sustainably made headwear and apparel for runners and outdoor athletes.

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Altra Running
Altra Running

Altra designs innovative running shoes with a signature foot-shaped toe box and zero-drop platform for natural movement.

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Rele Footwear
Rele Footwear

Rele Footwear offers high quality toe socks that promote natural foot function and everyday comfort. Use code JASON15 for 15% off Rele products (for Australian based customers).

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Meet the amazing team involved!

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