2014-06-23 Run to save National Centre for Farmer Health – VFF

FARMERS, rural communities and supporters will Run 4 Farmer Health at this year’s Melbourne Marathon in October.

“We are calling on every rural and city person alike to join us on Sunday October 12 for #Run4FarmerHealth. This will be a show of strength, determination and courage. We want to show both sides of government that regional communities rely on its service,” National Centre for Farmer Health Director Susan Brumby said.

Tom Whitty, Media Manager at the Victorian Farmers Federation initiated the call to arms and is asking the public to join him.

“Four years ago I could barely run 4 kilometres, let alone 42km. This year I will hopefully complete my third Melbourne Marathon and I want everyone who has ever benefited from the Centre’s services to join me.

“It’s about running or walking in solidarity and unity and telling those in power that rural communities deserve better,” Mr Whitty said.

This show of support will highlight yet again to both sides of government the importance of the NCFH and its role of improving the health, wellbeing and safety of farmers, their workers and their families.

The Run 4 Farmer Health team believe this campaign will continue to raise awareness of the crucial role the NCFH has played in delivering physical, practical and mental health wellbeing for regional people.

To join Run 4 Farmer Health and get the early bird special visit www.melbournemarathon.com.au

Early bird registrations close Sunday, 29th June and there are a variety of distance and capability options.

When you go to sign up  select “JOIN TEAM”  – Run 4 Farmer Health

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We look forward to seeing you there.

Media contacts

Tom Whitty
VFF Media Manager
Mobile: 0417 165 784
Phone: 03 9207 5543

Susan Brumby
Director
National Centre for Farmer Health
Phone: 03 5551 8533
www.farmerhealth.org.au

2014-06-23 Running to save farmer health centre – Stock and Land

FARMERS, rural communities and supporters will Run 4 Farmer Health at this year’s Melbourne Marathon in October.

“We are calling on every rural and city person alike to join us on Sunday October 12 for #Run4FarmerHealth. This will be a show of strength, determination and courage. We want to show both sides of government that regional communities rely on its service,” National Centre for Farmer Health Director Susan Brumby said.

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2014-06-23 Running to save farmer health centre – Stock and Land

2014-06-20 Run 4 Farmer Health

Farmers, rural communities and supporters will Run 4 Farmer Health at this year’s Melbourne Marathon in October.

“We are calling on every rural and city person alike to join us on Sunday October 12 for #Run4FarmerHealth. This will be a show of strength, determination and courage. We want to show both sides of government that regional communities rely on its service,” National Centre for Farmer Health Director Susan Brumby said.

Tom Whitty, Media Manager at the Victorian Farmers Federation initiated the call to arms and is asking the public to join him.

“Four years ago I could barely run 4 kilometres, let alone 42km. This year I will hopefully complete my third Melbourne Marathon and I want everyone who has ever benefited from the Centre’s services to join me.

“It’s about running or walking in solidarity and unity and telling those in power that rural communities deserve better,” Mr Whitty said.

This show of support will highlight yet again to both sides of government the importance of the NCFH and its role of improving the health, wellbeing and safety of farmers, their workers and their families.

The Run 4 Farmer Health team believe this campaign will continue to raise awareness of the crucial role the NCFH has played in delivering physical, practical and mental health wellbeing for regional people.

To join Run 4 Farmer Health and get the early bird special visit www.melbournemarathon.com.au

(Updated) Early bird registrations close Sunday, 29th June and there are a variety of distance and capability options.

(Update: Register here and ‘Click to Register’)

When you go to sign up select “JOIN TEAM” – Run 4 Farmer Health

Enter password womtit99

We look forward to seeing you there.

Media contacts

Tom Whitty

VFF Media Manager
Mobile: 0417 165 784
Phone: 03 9207 5543

Susan Brumby
Director
National Centre for Farmer Health
Phone: 03 5551 8533
www.farmerhealth.org.au

2014-06-16 Decision on Farmer Health Centre funding this week – ABC Rural (National Rural News Monday 16th June, 2014)

Decision on Farmer Health Centre funding this week

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2014-06-16 ABC Rural – National Rural News Monday 16th June, 2014 (Audio)

2014-06-17 Budget cuts threaten future of the National Centre for Farmer Health – ABC News

The National Centre for Farmer Health in western Victoria is facing closure after missing out on money in the state and federal budgets.

The centre, based at Hamilton, opened in 2008 and has won international recognition for its pioneering research, education and training into farmer health and wellbeing….

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2014-06-17 Budget cuts threaten future of the National Centre for Farmer Health – ABC News

2014-06-17 What is driving your pasture? – Hamilton Spectator

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Presentations on Thursday include topics related to financial performance drivers, and enhancing on-farm efficiencies. The National Centre for Farmer Health will also present on “Looking after the farmer”.

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2014-06-17 What’s driving your pasture – Hamilton Spectator

Theme 5: Malting barley to Mallee bulls (Open)

Theme 5: Malting barley to Mallee bulls (Secondary)

Theme 6: Future Farmers (Open)

Theme 6: Future farmers (Secondary)

Theme 7: Images of farm life (Primary)

2014-06-03 Health centre offer stands: Walsh – Hamilton Spectator

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2014-06-03 Health Centre Offer Stands – Walsh: Hamilton Spectator

(Source: Hamilton Spectator)