Posts by Tarryn Sanford
South West Leaders Mentor Program
Today I was a guest speaker at the 2022 South West Leaders Mentor Program. I’m incredibly grateful to have been invited to share Jack’s story, and raise awareness for Heart Hub South West and the free services we provide to those impacted by road trauma in the South West Communities. Thank you to everyone involved…
Read MoreSpoil Yourself or Dad this Father’s Day
Congratulations to our winners 1st Prize – ticket number 1352 2nd Prize – ticket number 1146 3rd Prize – ticket number 2250 Tickets are $5 each for a chance to win these amazing prizes for Dad or yourself this Father’s Day. Buy tickets now 1st Prize – Valued at $995 TCL 65-INCH 4K Ultra…
Read MoreSponsored Golf Day to raise awareness
Today, eight young men sponsored a 4BBB Stableford event at the Collie Golf Club to raise awareness for Heart Hub South West. The support from our local and wider communities was incredible. 76 players braved the weather to support our cause. So much effort goes into organising an event such as this. Thank you to…
Read MoreSynergy Spirit
We are very honoured to have been chosen as one of Synergy Spirit’s Charities. Synergy Spirit is a workplace giving initiative and their contribution to Heart Hub South West over the next two years is going to help so many families, individuals and South West communities who have experienced road trauma. It was lovely attending…
Read MoreGrief, a rollercoaster that never ends
The house is quiet. Sleep evades me yet again; it has been for some time now, and I’m exhausted. I am forgetting to breathe; I am forgetting to take a moment to sit with myself. Simmering away just under the surface are all the emotions I am trying desperately to push to the side because…
Read MoreStacey’s 42.2km Run for Road Trauma
15th October 2022 On the 15th October, Stacey Malatesta is embarking on a 42.2km solo Marathon to raise money for Heart Hub South West Inc., a cause close to her heart. With her brother Jamie in her heart, Stacey will be starting her run just outside of Collie and will be running to the intersection of…
Read MoreAlcohol and Young People – Donnybrook Football Club
Tonight, I was a guest speaker at Donnybrook Football Club’s event Alcohol and Young People, alongside District Superintendent Geoff Stewart and former AFL player Ben Howlett. The focus of this event was on alcohol and reducing the chance of harm in our youth. Sharing my journey of road trauma is always difficult. Reliving the night…
Read MoreThank You for your Support
Today we hosted a morning tea for Police Officers, First Responders, Members of Parliament, and our amazing Sponsors. I cannot thank these incredible people enough for the support and dedication they have for Heart Hub South West, our vision, and the services we are providing for those impacted by the consequence of road trauma. It…
Read More5 Years ~ 1826 Days
5 years ~1826 days There is a heaviness in my heart as this day is here again. No matter how much time passes there is still a sense of yesterday and forever that rolls into one. I trace my fingers over your things in your bedroom. I pick up your hat and…
Read MoreMeeting Opposition Leader Mia Davies MLA from The Nationals WA
Today, we had the pleasure of meeting with Opposition Leader Mia Davies MLC from The Nationals WA. The Nationals WA took a commitment to fund our vision for a Road Trauma Support Centre to the last state election and their support since has never waivered. It is both notable and heart-warming to see Mia Davies…
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