SPAR10: An event to celebrate and make a difference in the community.

Date – Sat, 16th November
Venue – South Oakleigh Bowls CLUB

Time – 7pm welcome, 8pm Live Band – The Flares – High energy, fun-loving cover band playing the best and coolest songs from the 60’s to now.
Cost: $55 per person including entertainment, hot and cold finger food, sweets and grazing platter.
Drinks at Bar Prices

About the Event
SPAR10: A Journey of Love, Loss, and Legacy – Community Fundraiser
Proudly sponsored by South Oakleigh Bowls Club.

Join us in celebrating Bron’s remarkable achievement of completing 10 Melbourne Marathons—a journey that goes beyond physical endurance. This journey honours the enduring bond she shares with her late brother, Stephen, who lost his battle with depression.

Bron’s story is one of resilience, where running became her movement medicine, helping her navigate the deep grief of losing Steve. Around the time Stephen had been dead longer than he had lived, Bron found herself exhausted by the heavy impact his absence had on her life. Yet, instead of succumbing to despair, she chose to reframe her narrative, finding strength in her brother’s memory.

The Melbourne Marathon holds profound significance for Bron. It finishes at the MCG, the very place Steve invited her to, days before he died, despite his struggles—a selfless act of love and courage. Now, each marathon she runs is a step closer to Steve, a way of reconnecting with him, and a tribute to the lessons his life and death have taught her.

Bron’s goal to become a Spartan—an elite club for those who have completed 10 Melbourne Marathons—is more than just a personal milestone. It’s a symbol of self-belief, resilience, and a new perspective on loss. Through this journey, she has transformed her grief into a source of inspiration, with Stephen becoming the cheerleader he couldn’t be in life.

This year, as Bron crosses the finish line, she dedicates her run to the memory of her brother, Steve. Her journey is a powerful reminder that even in the face of loss, we can choose to create a narrative that serves our lives well, embracing both the pain and the love that coexist in our hearts.

Support Bron’s SPAR10 mission by joining in the celebrations or by donating to the TCFV Suicide Bereavement Support, and help others find hope and healing in their darkest times. Together, let’s honour Steve’s memory and support those who continue to struggle. Every step counts. Every contribution makes a difference. We look forward to celebrating with you at SPAR10.