RUN FOR PREVENTION
The Shaka 24 is an endurance running event like no other, a 12-hour and 24-hour team challenge held at Deakin University, Waurn Ponds.
This event aims to ignite the conversation around mental health, reduce stigma, and support free suicide prevention workshops across Australia.
Each lap represents the lives we can impact together, and every step igniting a life changing conversation.
Gather your team, rally your mates, choose to run for 12 hours or the full 24, and help us shine a light through the darkness.
Run. Remember. Raise hope. Create Change.
24 hour run
Kicking off at 6pm on Friday, October 23rd,
The Shaka 24 is the ultimate team challenge.
A chance for you and your mates to push your limits, support each other, and spark powerful conversations around mental health.
Grab a group of 3 or more, and take on the 1.2km loop together.
The only rule?
At least one member of your team on the track at all times, walking, or running.
This isn’t just a test of endurance, it’s a chance to build connection, support your mates, and help change the narrative around mental health and suicide prevention.
Move with purpose. Run with meaning.
COST:
EARLY BIRD PRICING
$99
Includes
- Race Sign Up
- Race Tee
- Runners pack on the day
12 hour run
Starting at 5:30am on Saturday, October 24th, the Shaka 12 is your chance to step up for mental health.
Whether you're running or walking with your team, this 12-hour challenge is open to all fitness levels.
Take on the 1.2km loop with your crew, or go it alone the only goal is to keep moving from 5:30am to 5:30pm.
There are no records to break, just a powerful purpose: To walk or run in support of mental health awareness and suicide prevention.
This is more than just a physical challenge — it’s an opportunity to show up for yourself, for your mates, and for the 9 Australian's we lose to suicide every single day.
Join the movement. Walk with us. Run with us. Let’s create real change one lap at a time.
COST:EARLY BIRD PRICING -
$79
Includes- Race Sign Up- Race Tee- Runners pack on the day
FAQ'S
CAN I JOIN US A TEAM?
Yes! This is a team challenge! For the 24 hour run, we encourage you to get a minimum 3 friends to join your team, and at least 2 for the 12 hour. The only rule is that ONE person MUST be on the track at all times, so the more teammates you have, the more rest periods you can have throughout.
CAN I JOIN SOLO?
We are really encouraging teams for this event, but if you can't convince your mates- we do have a team available for solo runners. Simply enter "Shaka24 Community Team" when signing up in the 'Join a team' section and you will be added to the Shaka team.
DO ALL MEMBERS HAVE TO STAY FOR THE ENTIRE 24 OR 12 HOURS?
We understand weekends can be busy, so we are not making it ESSENTIAL that your team stays the entire time. But, we do encourage it! A big aspect of this event is to bring people together to encourage conversation & community. We want you to stick around to support your team, other runners and have some important conversations.
Are pets allowed?
Unfortunately, pets are not permitted on Deakin University grounds, with the exception of registered assistance animals.
DO I HAVE TO RUN THE WHOLE TIME?
Nope! You can walk, run, crawl, whatever works best for you!
WILL THERE BE FOOD/DRINKS AVAILABLE?
Yes! We will have various food trucks on site on the Saturday, including Coffee!
You are also more than welcome to bring your own food/gels/non-alcoholic drinks to the event.
CAN MY FAMILY & FRIENDS COME TO WATCH?
Yes! Spectators are encouraged!
If your family or friends would like to run or walk laps with you, they must register and sign a waiver beforehand.
No wristband, no loop.
FUNDRAISING
Since 2019 The Shaka Project has delivered over 500 free Suicide Prevention workshops to Schools, Sporting Clubs, Worksites and community organisations all over Australia. These sessions are 100% funded from generous donations from the Australian public. Fundraising at The Shaka 24 will allow the shaka project to continue to deliever these workshops at no cost, it will allow our programs to reach thousands of people from all corners of Australia and will help develop new Suicide Prevention programs and initiatives in communites around the country.
All sign ups to the Shaka 24 will be given the opportunity to fundraise through their own fundrising page!
If you aren't a runner, but would still like to contribute to this event, you can donate directly to the cause below.
The Shaka Project is a registered Charity and all donations over $2 are tax deductable.
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