Lifeline Albury Wodonga Out Of The Shadows Walk 2025 Program

Each year we gather at the sunrise of World Suicide Prevention Day to walk along the banks of the Murray River in Albury to honour those lost to suicide and to bring their memory into the light, removing the stigma around suicide.

Lifeline’s ‘Out of the Shadows’ walks enable those whose lives have been touched by suicide to connect with others and feel comfortable to have a conversation about it.

Thousands of people across Australia join Lifeline’s ‘Out of the Shadows’ walks which coincide with World Suicide Prevention Week. Our walk takes place on Wednesday 10th September starting at the Kremur Street boat ramp at 6am and taking a short walk along the Wagirra walking trail to Hovell Tree Park. Together, we watch the sun rise as we walk and hold a short memorial service.

This year participants also have the option to fundraise for Lifeline Albury Wodonga, if you would like to do so, please follow this link or scan the QR Code and register: https://www.outoftheshadowswalk.org.au/fundraisers/lifelinealburywodonga 

If you raise $39 dollars, you will receive a FREE Out Of The Shadows T-Shirt to show your support for the event! – Please refer to your fundraising portal for more information.

Program – Wednesday 10th September 2025	Time
Meet at Kremur St Boat Ramp, West Albury	5.45am
Commence Walk	6:00am
Arrive at Hovell Tree park and gather for the ceremony. Welcome & Acknowledgement to Country.	6:25am
Memorial Service: including an opportunity to light a candle of remembrance	6:40am
Free BBQ Breakfast will be provided by Rotary Club of Albury.	6:30am – 8:00am

Notes for Participants:

The walking track is sealed and well maintained. The estimated walking time is approximately 20 minutes with a few short inclines that require a low to moderate fitness level.

Walkers are encouraged to wear suitable clothing and footwear appropriate for weather conditions on the day and bring along a torch. Participants will need to make their own way back to their vehicles.

Any queries or media enquiries can be directed to Lifeline Albury Wodonga at:

Phone: 02 60211 077

Email: admin.aw@lifeline.org.au

To Sign up and Donate visit the following link: