I know all too well the effects of Depression & the daily challenges that it presents. At one time, my only goal was to make it through the day—that was until I found the joy of running & the courage to work towards my dream of running the Great Ocean Rd Marathon. In May 2008, I did just that. Now I'm taking on a bigger challenge—a marathon in every Aust Capital City by 2010. In doing so, I'm raising awareness & funds for the Black Dog Institute & its life saving work. So even though the goal is mine, I cant do it alone & any gift, large or small, is truly welcomed. With support, love & hope, we can make a difference!

Black Dog Institute The Black Dog Institute is an educational, research, clinical and community-oriented facility offering specialist expertise in mood disorders - a range of disorders that include depression and Bipolar Disorder (formerly called 'manic depression'). The Institute is attached to the Prince of Wales Hospital and affiliated with the University of New South Wales. The Institute's mission is to advance the understanding, diagnosis and management of the mood disorders by continuously raising clinical, research, education and training standards. In so doing, the Institute aims to improve the lives of those affected - and in turn - the lives of their families and friends.