Black Dog Ride Journal

Steve Andrews Blog

17 November 2011

Black Dog Institute slams cuts to Better Access

The Black Dog Insitute’s position on the government changes to the Better Access scheme is one of concern. Read on to find out why...

24 October 2010

The Black Dog doesn't go away!

Michael writes that the Black Dog doesn't do away and how he feels there is no support.

15 October 2010

Jaye goes the distance

Jaye, our only WA female Black Dog rider to go the full distance to Ride to the Red Centre and Glen Helen Resort. Jaye is sending out her story to all her supporters as a thank you. Read on for her account of the journey.

4 October 2010

Fireman Sam Opens Up

Fireman Sam talks about his journey to the Red Centre. 

21 September 2010

Is fish oil the answer?

An interesting treatment for depression - sounds a bit fishy!

18 September 2010

A message from Macca.

Macca was one of the characters who really developed during the Ride to the Red Centre.

27 July 2010

Grommit says "Exercise Your Mood"

I thought, that's what I need to do, get off my arse, and do something, rather than have the Black dog control me, its time for me to take control.

23 July 2010

"I just want to sleep and not wake."

Many a time I feel as though I just want to sleep and not wake, for often life just feels all to hard. 

18 July 2010

Gordon's Story

Your article has prompted me to seek professional care and has reassured me that depression is not an issue to take lightly nor feel ashamed of.

17 July 2010

beyondbelief

"Your endeavour to undertake a motorcycle trip around Australia is creative and courageous. Unfortunately however, beyondblue management considers it high risk and cannot officially sponsor the journey. We greatly appreciate your proposal however we do not feel we are the best match for your venture and we would suggest you approach the Mental Health Council of Australia who do excellent work."

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Thu Jan 26 10:56:49

A big Australia Day thanx to the cretins who ripped the Aussie flags off my car while we were at the movies  

Thu Jan 26 00:27:54

Angry Anderson talks about his upcoming #blackdogride to the Red Centre on Ride tonight 10pm EST . Stream here http://t.co/hoTtXe77

Tue Jan 24 00:05:40

RT @hollingsworth: Brave post RT @aussieontheroad Travel with the Black Dog: My Battle with Depression http://t.co/qea5DtIr <- #blackdogride

Fri Jan 20 10:43:47

RT @suburbansophist: RT @mentalhealthnsw Mental health reform roadmap needs work. Thoughts? http://t.co/W4mWY98I Yes it does! #blackdogride

Thu Jan 19 12:44:44

@Quinonostante you're not #merkin around with us are you Dawn? :) 

Thu Jan 19 11:20:32

listening to #blackdogride ambassador Angry Anderson talking about his Fraser's Harley on Ride http://t.co/hoTtXe77

Thu Jan 19 10:40:33

@BendigoTalks thanks for the RT We hope riders from Bendigo will join Vic #blackdogride on April 29. More details soon http://t.co/QoMdfjCe

Thu Jan 19 10:01:30

Did a dress rehearsal of the April 29 WA #blackdogride 2day. Wow, it's going 2 be an awsm ride & hopefully a World Record! Bring yr mates 

Sun Jan 15 06:33:17

RT @AlisonFairleigh: Anxious & depressed farmers have overwhelmed a new #mentalhealth website: http://t.co/zRZeiFIx #blackdogride

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