Hiking the Length of NZ along the Te Araroa Trail for Mental Health and Suicide Awareness
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I'm doing this because a little under 2 years ago in August of 2017, I lost one of my very closest mates to Suicide. The most witty, intelligent and caring mate one could ever hope for. I recall the emotion of that moment as I stood alongside two of my friends, who were also there at the time. Amidst the confusion, disbelief and shock was an instant and overwhelming sense of painful regret. Regret that I hadn?t clued myself in on the symptoms of mental illness and the urgency to act. Although there were a few obvious signs of discontent in the months prior, I was mostly na?ve and ultimately overlooked the potential severity of such (in hindsight) anxious and depressive symptoms. Please give time to educate yourself on the signs of mental destress. Be alert to symptoms such as social withdrawal, irritability, demotivation and a lack of interest in day to day activities (some signs I saw in Eddie), among many others, which you can and should view in more detail here: https://www.helpguide.org/articles/depression/depression-symptoms-and-warning-signs.htm
Learning of my sister experiencing the same tragedy with respect to one of her friends just a few months later further emphasised to me how much of a glaringly obvious and pressing issue the state of mental health is amongst young kiwis. The prevalence of mental illness in young kiwis is disturbingly high. Too many people are battling their demons alone. A huge reason for this is an apprehension to reach out due to the stigma attached to having a mental illness. I saw it in Eddie, and I continue to see it in others all the time. I want to contribute to breaking down the stigma barrier and do my bit to normalise open and honest conversations about what?s ruminating in one?s mind. Experiencing mental illness at some point in our young lives is so common. We must support each other, be empathetic, understand that it is okay to feel this way. Whether it?s a matter of weeks, months or years, things eventually get back on track with time and it's so crucial that we do not allow each other to get trapped in the dangerous bubble of isolation while one is at their low point. Have an honest conversation. Listen. Don?t allow someone suffering to push you away and further isolate themselves. Talk with their friends or family about it. Ensure that they are receiving appropriate help. Your alertness and compassion might just pull someone through their darkest time.
In honour of Eddie, Issy and all those that have and currently are struggling with mental illness, as of the end of November 2019 I will be hiking the Te Araroa trail, a 3000km NZ thru-hike which starts at Cape Reinga and extends the length of the country to finish up at Bluff. It will take approximately 5 months to complete and I will be campaigning for the Mental Health Foundation and the Life Matters Suicide Prevention Trust along the way. I?m a huge believer in the positive effect the outdoors has on one?s mind and I intend on spreading this message as far as possible through embarking on this journey.?
My ultimate goal is to maximise the awareness of mental illness prevalence amongst young Kiwis, while stamping out the stigma associated with it. In conjunction, I?d love to raise as much money as possible with all donations going to either the Mental Health Foundation or the Life Matters- Suicide Prevention Trust to sustain and improve their work in this area. Donations enable the foundations to provide free information to boost awareness, implement mental health programmes, and improve effective suicide prevention. It?s going to be a team effort to turn this thing around but I believe that we can and we will.
Please contribute to my fundraiser! Every single donation is so highly appreciated!?
Every little bit counts :)
- For those wishing to also donate to the Life Matters- Suicide Prevention Trust please follow this link:?https://givealittle.co.nz/fundraiser/nz-hike-for-life-te-araroa
- As I am obviously foregoing having a job while I am on the trail, I've established a separate fund to raise money for what was initially mostly food and camping expenses, but will now also be used for winter hiking gear due to the 6 week Covid-19 hiatus! The Southern alps In June/July will be very demanding and having the appropriate clothing and equipment is a necessity.? These donations will make it possible to acheive the adventure..any small donation will be very gratefully received :) Please follow this link for my personal fundraiser:?https://givealittle.co.nz/cause/jonos-survival-fund-for-hiking-the-ta
- Keep up with the journey here:?https://www.instagram.com/NZ_hike_for_life_te_araroa/
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My Achievements
Added profile pic
Shared page
First five donations
Half way to goal
Added blog post
Reached goal
Thank you to my Sponsors
$500
Robin Jack
$250
Ian Penny
Very moving and Inspirational stuff Jono
$26
Will Keay
Absolute legend!
$10.40
Anonymous
$52
Gina Kaye
Congratulations on your achievement - you write so eloquently of the loss of your friend - I am so sorry but you have done him proud.
$52
Anonymous
Legend!!
$52
Ann Stannard
$10.40
Frances Stannard
kia kaha
$104
Peter Eady
Well done Jono. Keep talking.
$10.40
Anonymous
Amazing effort for a worthy cause - I just read about you on stuff.
$10.40
Andrew P.
$26
Michelle Green
Congrats again Jono, it's been such a pleasure following your journey. Eddie's spirit lives on in you.
$10.40
Margaret Law
Fantastic achievement.
$26
Andrea
From someone with lived experience of mental distress, thank you so much and well done.
$5.20
Anonymous
$104
Coman Family
Well done Jono, its been amazing to follow your journey. Congratulations on achieving this monumental goal for such and important and worthy cause.
$25
Sally Moorfield
Well done Jono.
$26
Diana Osborn
Nice job, Jono. You have done your mate proud, and highlighted an ongoing issue in NZ society today. Thanks for doing this.
$150
Carmel Quaid
$104
Tim Wells
$26
Harry Tothill
Well done Jono. Been following your posts. Cheers Harry
$52
Jo Kedzlie
You are amazing!!!
$52
Doreen Williamson
Well done Jono
$52
Alice Buchanan
$5.20
Anonymous
Epic effort mate
$52
Tom Thibodeau
$26
Natasha Dubauskas-reed
$208
Nicole Stannard
So impressed and awed by all you've done mate x
$26
Nicole Albanese
$50
Tom
$26
Tristan Clark
Incredible work mate! I met you once while I was abroad at Otago about a year ago, living with George and Sherry (and kinda Henry). I wish I could’ve gotten to know you better because I have an immense amount of respect for you after all that you’ve done for this cause and for that huge trek you just pulled off. Congrats on completion and cheers to whatever’s next for you!
$26
Rebekah Ford
Hi mop. So proud of you. Finishing a journey like that is like feeling everything all at once. I know- I’ve been there. I miss you, I admire you. Much love, you rock.
$50
George Mccook
Bloody good on you mate. Exceptional effort. Well done!
$26
Izzy Gray
amazing work!
$20.80
Mark Osborne
Good on you mate. You're an inspiration!
$100
Cam Deleijer
$104
Margie And Roger Eb
Heroic effort for a vitally important cause.
$208
Mary Fairhall
Amazing achievement Jono! You are a legend, and all for an excellent cause
$25
Johnny Twomey
$5.20
Avery Hayden
I followed your hike on Instagram to get myself excited about my TA hike in November. One of my thru hiking buddies committed suicide in early June who thru-hiked the AT 1 1/2 times and recently finished the Arizona Trail-This is for Pony Keg. Thank for your raising awareness and raising money- all the way from Tennessee, take care and congratulations on your thru Jono!
$10.40
Anonymous
$26
Fraser Seifert
$25
Ella Liddell
Absolutely amazing achievement Jono
$52
Priest Family
Congratulations on your amazing fundraising achievement. Such good work raising awareness about the importance of mental health - thank you. The Priest family (Izzy flats with Tori)
$510
Glenn Baker
Well done Jono, a great effort and we are proud of you for all you have done.
$5.20
Emily Dennis
$41.60
Conor Vaessen
$100
Chris Milne
$100
Pauline Sutherland
A very important cause. An effort you can be proud of for the rest of your life.
$26
Tori
So happy and proud of my big brother xxxx
$52
Mitchell Gardner
What a bloody legend mate, well done ?
$26
Fiona Pond
What a journey! Have enjoyed following along... Enjoy putting your feet up and reflecting on all you have achieved.
$25
Katie Conroy
Such an amazing achievement Jono! Well done :D
$10.40
Anna
$10.40
Kelly
Congrats to ya!!! So heckin impressive and amazing!!!
$10.40
Charlotte Hamilton
$100
Anonymous
So inspired by hearing you on Radio NZ on Friday. Thank you for sharing your story.
$10.40
Leah Allison
$52
Ben Hartland
$52
John Radovonich
$410
Anonymous
Epic work Jono
$20
Manny
What a fella
$26
Georgina Keenan
$15.60
Laura
$100
Richard Nelson-parker
Shot g you definitely got em map!
$40
Anna Novis
Congrats Jono! Such an incredible effort & important cause to get behind!
$150
Ciara, Ruben & Jed Hartland
Well done Jono. We are so proud of you. Enjoy the lovely meal and cool drink at the end of the trail today. Xxx
$300
Vaughan & Fiona Hartland
Well done on your epic walk. You should be very proud of what you have done. Xo
$50
Sam Macgill
$10.40
Tara Robinson
Good job! Thank you for a fan-fucking-tastic job! Both here and on scarfi weather which kept me abused for years
$20.80
Anne-sophie Issah
What an absolute legend!!!
$52
Anna Ready
Fantastic effort for a very worthy cause!!
$10.40
Anonymous
Well done! You’re awesome. What a great cause
$10.40
Anonymous
$100
Ali George
Last minute.... Well done Jono!! Inspiring AF :)
$31.20
Henry Thomson
So impressive mate! Cheers, HT
$10.40
Francesca Dykes
$104
Maya Wilde
Well done for making it to the end Jono! Love Maya and Sam x
$52
Anonymous
$104
Luca Karjalainen
I Love you bro. I'm so proud of you.
$104
Nicola & Robin Williams
You are an inspiration that even a tough journey can be overcome one step at a time
$10.40
Anonymous
$100
Justin Murray
$26
Oliver Roberts
All the best, a worthy cause and a tough challenge
$104
Tara Mclaughlin
Amazing effort. Thanks for sharing your journey.
$62.40
Anonymous
$208
Richard And Annie Shaw
Congratulations Jono, a truely extraordinary effort for a very worthy cause
$52
Quinn
Enjoy the final day of the trail mate. Unreal achievement and a great cause.
$25
Charlie Murray
Proud of you mate! Keep up the good work. Hopefully catch up soon. Cheers, Charlie
$104
Ro & Tim Sinclair
Well done Jono! An awesome effort particularly in winter! What a great way to remember Eddie.
$104
John Dixon
Jono, congratulations on nearing the end of your journey. It is a fantastic achievement.
$10.40
Deborah Wall
You’re amazing! Your efforts to raise awareness about mental health have reached England. Thank you!
$50
Richard And Jolanda Norris
Nearly there!
$104
Greg Williams
What an epic. Well done Jono, awesome.
$52
Ben And Claire Allan
Well done Jono
$100
Steve, Debs, Jess And Cass Hickman
So impressed and proud. Enjoy the beer and oysters in Bluff.
$26
Rhys Knight
Awesome.
$104
Leeanne Fisher
I've been so impressed with your perseverance Jono. I hope you're as proud of yourself as I'm sure Julie and Paul are. Congratulations.
$410
Anonymous
Tramping has always been very important for my physical and mental wellbeing. Good on you for taking the time to hounour your friend and educate people.
$50
Cassandra Pinner
$104
Simon Thomas
Well done on a great goal. And what an epic trip especially during winter.
$104
Fiona Greene
$104
Kathryn And Andrew
Great work Jono!
$104
Anonymous
Loved your Scarfie weather, am loving your journey and the photos - amazing all round!
$52
Linda Geers
I have been following your inspirational journey on Instagram and I think that what you have accomplished is amazing. You are an example to other young people of what is possible in tackling mental health issues through determination and spirit. Best wishes for the future. Linda Geers
$52
Richard Mallet
Nice work Jono. Been privileged to watch your journey for such a worthwhile and important cause. Your very close to finishing. Enjoy the last few days; you’ve earned it!
$208
Anonymous
$50
Baylee
Love what you’re doing! ?
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Di Symes
Meet Jono in Tekapo - very impressive young man..all the best Jono!!
$40
Samantha Kennett-ny
Love your work man, you have a big heart and I admire your dedication!
$52
Charlie Lee
Amazing effort mate and such a fantastic cause!!
$310
Tina & Nigel George
So very proud of your courage and determination Jono, such an amazing journey of ability and self discovery. Shining the light on Mental Health and suicide that is taking far to many of our bright stars ?
$10
Lauren Mcinnes
$104
Mary
Such an awesome cause. Keep up the good work ?
$52
Laure .
“Thanks to” covid I discovered your journey and therefore your cause. I want to support you in your action, this amazing but demanding (especially now !!) thru-hike and funding request. Best wishes for the last stretch !
$52
Red Lunday De Waal
Your journey is exceptional & inspirational in every way. Thank you Jono
$10.40
Liv Burns
$156
Anonymous
$25
Sheryl Jamieson
I think you are doing an awesome thing and very courageous of you for such worthy causes.
$52
Tyler Baker
$26
Juliet Bergin
Good on ya Jono! What an epic mission for such an importance cause. Good luck for the Otago leg (sending warm vibes!).
$10.40
Harry Cave
Good stuff mate
$31.20
Julian Hampton
Good on ya mate!
$52
Izzy And Frankie
Love everything that you’re doing, and admire your strength and courage. We hope this little contribution helps you go all the way!! The girls from the Queen Charlotte track Izzy and Frankie ☺️
$104
Rampant Coffee Company
Great work Jono! Keep it up!
$26
Bella Vista Greymouth
Well done Jono, a very inspiring story and cause!
$104
Michael & Tonia Bullen
Good luck as you head to the Deep South. Your efforts are truely inspirational. Well done.
$260
Eric Pawson
remembering Goat Pass 1977!
$260
Fraser
Stoked to see you continuing on for such an important cause Jono! All the best for the winter journey!
$50
Nic Jordan
Great work for carrying through Jono!
$52
Anonymous
$52
Richard And Jolanda Norris
$52
Christina Hadjichristou
This is beyond impressive yung Jono. I've massive respect for you doing this and the cause is so touching. Eddie would be so proud of you. Sending lots of love, stay safe.
$26
Sue Brown
Congrats Jono - so impressed you're still on the case. Much supportive hugs from ChCh, Sue Brown xx
$104
Debby Upsall
Keep warm Jono. Hope you've got a decent sleeping bag!
$52
Tyler Baker
$260
Anonymous
$208
Mark Lowndes
Hi Jono - a top up to help your morale through these next phases which, with the lockup, will be colder than planned. Huge respect for what you are doing. You will be justly proud of this for the rest of your life
$52
Sandra And Richard Price
Well done Jono, a great cause. From your friends in Ligar Bay, Sandra and Richard
$10.40
Tim Langer
Love what you’re doing Jono!
$66.56
Anonymous
$26
Louis Loader
Can’t believe I only just found out this has all been going down! Incredible mate!
$308
Eric
$52
Annie Telford
$104
Helga Deschrijver
We admire what you're doing
$1.01k
Lloyd Bathurst
$104
Anonymous
$104
Ruth Newsome-white And Family
Inspiring effort Jono. Hope your south island journey goes well with the wind and sun in your favour....stay safe.
$104
Greg Blanchard
$208
Ian Jack
You have set yourself a big challenge there Jono. A great way to honour your mate and draw attention to this important cause. Good luck.
$104
Rick Jones
$104
Ellie Turner
Edwards nana just wanted to let you know how proud she is doing this for Edward and the many others struggling with mental health
$208
Andrew Hay
Hi Jono, Please feel our energy on the low slow days. Enjoy it as being at works no more fun! Very best wishes from the Hay family (ChCh)
$208
Telferyoung Canterbury
A great cause and we are amazed by your drive and determination
$310
Anonymous
and soon the South Island!
$52
Jeremy Silva
Well done Jono!
$208
Berry Simons
Such a worthy endeavour - all the best for your adventure
$300
Lone Star Cafe And Bar Franchise Ltd
We would love to contribute by giving a $300.00 donation to this worthy cause
$100
Don Mackenzie
Awesome effort! This is an area close to my heart, and fantastic that you are rising awareness. Enjoy Goat's Pass when you get there.
$104
John Dixon
What a tremendous commitment. Well done Jono.
$104
Pencarrow Private Equity
$75
Anonymous
Kia kaha, Jono.
$510
Phil England
Great work for a great cause
$208
Anne & Andrew Macgill
Great work Jono, an excellent cause! You are an inspiration. You’re making great progress.
$26
Dianne Archey
$104
Mike Whale
Hope all is tracking well
$510
Anonymous
$10.40
Andrew Rose
Great cause, and a great walk! Good luck with the journey!
$100
Vicky And Craig Mcquillan
Amazing cause, go well.
$25
Team Ruoxi And Dickson
Hi Jono Keep up the good work. Will support your cause and broadcast this to our newsletter subscribers and generate greater awareness.
$52
Anonymous
$26
Nicky And Grant Dickson
$52
Kimberly Rainham Jacobs
Jonathan YOU Are Awesome! Josh Bovill [son-in-law] cycled K2 Challenge Coromandel for MentalHealth after losing his young bestmate this year. Darrian Faulconbridge; Robert Lund (ex Beca) - few of the many we will Remember losing "Under Pressure" [Bowie & Queen] until brain vitamins can achieve what body health supplements say they can.
$104
Lucia And Chris Nicholls
Best wishes for the walk Jono
$26
Diana Mitchell
$26
Sue Brenchley
$104
Eric Pawson
$26
Mike Kyle
Awesome effort Jono, hope you go well and make it to the end, enjoy your journey it's not about the destination
$52
Michelle Polglase
One step at a time... Thankyou for raising awareness, and may Eddie’s legacy have a positive impact.
$20.80
Buzz
All the best Jono - I hope that Eddie's story and yours does influence others on your journey, and that you can move on and leave those restrospective gremlins behind.
$20.80
Rosalie Elliffe
$25
Anonymous
$52
Will Wheeler
Good on you Jono My brother toke himself away a couple months It’s hard road
$26
Stockwell Sumner
Thank you Jono for taking the initiative and doing something to raise awareness of mental health. Sue and I love to hike and it certainly brings you closer to your roots and helps your well being. We are following you on Facebook.
$52
Katherine
$26
Joy Paton
You are doing a fantastic job building awareness in mental health. I am enjoying following your journey. Just caught up with your mother and grandmother in Christchurch
$26
Michele Walters
Wishing you all the very best on your journey of empowerment.
$510
Jack
Hey Jono ....best of luck for your walk...thanks for carrying the spirits of us all on your shoulders...The Williamsons
$100
Anna And Richard Raymond
So impressed Jono - all the very best
$52
Anonymous
$26
Trudy, Ian, Hamish & Anna Robertson
A very good cause Jono. Wishing you all the best for your journey.
$310
Debbie Soper
You’re an inspirational star Jono! Praying for your safety and your feet!! ??????
$156
Trevor Ingham
We applaud your efforts Jono and wish you the best journey throughout this beautiful country
$52
Vicki Slater
$31.20
Sue Ward
Wishing you all the best Jono on your epic journey in support this very worthy cause. Much aroha from Sue and the Brays
$52
Ann Breayley
"A little progress everyday adds up to big results". Your efforts are inspirational Jono and we are really pleased to help you make a difference. We look forward to seeing you along the way. Cheering you on with our love -Ann, Brendan, Aidan & Oli
$25
Kate Maclean
Love your work Jono! Such an incredible journey for an incredible cause ?
$104
Anonymous
$52
Virginia Warren
What a brave and courageous walk, Kia Kaha.
$26
Julia Bullen
What a great cause to do this for. Good luck for the walk Jono!
$26
Rose Anderson
$52
Shona Mcdowell
$52
Anonymous
$50
Childs Family
Wonderful effort Jono. Good wishes from David Childs and family.
$52
Debbie Wilson
all the best for your journey and all those who will benefit from your commitment
$26
Teresa Booth
$25
Cooper
$104
Leeanne Fisher
Hey Jono. I hope this is an amazing experience for you and I'm sure you'll smash your goals. I just hate (professionally as a psychiatrist) and personally that you would even have to think about doing such a thing. Here's to less heartbreak ultimately.
$52
Anna Greenwood
Jono..all the very best..what an adventure!! Im a frend of your Mums from work!
$208
Jacque Lethbridge
Dear Jonathan- this is an amazing cause and I am blown away by your resolve and perseverance in undertaking the hike. 100% thinking about you as you clock through those kms! Keep it up and well done
$108.16
Brian & Ryan Arps
Inspiring.
$310
Maya Wilde
Good on you Jono, doing Eddie proud x
$52
Sarah Hartshorn
Go Jono! What a wonderful thing to do, very proud of you!
$26
Paula Turnbull
Good on you Jono, stay safe x
$310
Anonymous
All the very best on your quest Jono, you have already inspired a few of us to "do something" and hope we can do the right things every day as you mentioned in your story with our own friends and workmates.
$31.20
Pem Hickman
Good luck Jono with you hike. Great cause from Pem Hickman (Steve’s mom)
$26
Boomer Family
Keep going Boomer family
$78
Fiona Cooper
An important cause, go well Jono.
$52
Anonymous
All the best Jono
$31.20
Alison Lilley
Good luck Jono from the UK for this great cause. Alison and Mat (Steve's sister) xx
$5
Vera Goesmann
$26
Robyn Bougen
Go well Jono
$300
Kathy Meads
$310
Shelley & Royce Hartland // The Hartland Family
All the very best from all of the Renwick team Jono. You're in for a great experience for such a valuable cause and like all your supporters we know that if you need any extra motivation along the way, that'll be the ever-present powerful driving force for you. Go well mate, love and all strength to you from us all, and we look forward to seeing you in the top of the South Island!
$104
Rachel Holland
Good luck. I hear it is an incredible experience. I've given my address to your dad in case you need a hot shower and a beer when passing through Clevedon/Hunua.
$52
Nalini Patel
Great cause, Jono. Good on you for doing something to help your peers.
$100
Liz Sewell
Inspiring message and such a worthwhile cause, well done ! Good luck on your adventures
$52
Murray Smith
Great endeavour , enjoy the Trail
$104
Mw Family
$52
Karen Eason
Woo hoo this tips you over the $10 000 - well done Jono
$104
Jono Pooch
Awesome challenge for a great cause. Good luck!
$41.60
Fiona Mclean
Walk well!
$52
Kathryn
Best Wishes Jono
$104
Allan Mcrae
Great cause. All the best for the walk.
$510
Sharon Winters
Hello Jono, you don’t know me but I know your parents and your Mum and I were at Med School together - she told me a little bit about your plans when we caught up at the reunion and I would like to wish you all the best for your hike - I’m sure you will far surpass your fund raising aim by the end. Kind Regards, Sharon
$52
Iain Ward
What an inspiring project! Thank you for drawing our attention to the hidden pain.
$52
Peter Mcilroy
All the best for your journey
$52
Robyn Blake And Stephen Robertson
Good effort, I'm sure you will have some tough times out there too.
$52
Libby Nicholls
Proud of you Jono.What a way to remember Eddie! X
$52
Jodie O’sullivan
Good on you Jono
$25
Sam Macgill
$10.40
Lauren O’brien
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$31.20
Scott Family
Such a wonderful thing you are doing Jono :)
$10.40
Libby Hadlow
Good luck!!
$26
Anonymous
Good Luck Jono!
$52
Kerri Dewe
Wishing the blisters to be few and far between!
$25
Michael Mccarthy
Go Jono!
$52
Cindy Wu
$410
The Team At Lowndes
Well done Jono. A great mission for an important cause. Hopefully soon people will reach out for help with mental illness as readily as they do for physical ailments.
$52
Sarah Kerr
All the very best for your epic journey Jono - it’s a very worthy cause. Wonderful that we have people like you raising awareness of such an important issue. Go well, Sarah
$10.40
Liam
Legend mate, loved the updates through the years. great cause awesome goal!
$10.40
Mackenzie Adams
$10.40
Anonymous
$10
Jacob Johnston
Dude, you rock. Cheers for all the weather banter over the years
$20.80
Cameron Mcauslan
$5.20
Julia Conway
$26
Sarah Price
$25
Graeme T
A positive step to highlight a real issue in our society Good luck
$52
Rob Woodgate
Good luck with the adventure
$10.40
Tim Burnside
$10.40
Jack H
$156
Sam & Sarah Jack
Fantastic work Jono. Mental health is such a major issue in this country and I really believe that we can improve things and make a difference if we talk about it, support eachother and support (and fund) all the organisations that do great work in this area.
$52
David F
$104
The Craig Family
HI Jono We are Jono Craig's family and congratulate you on your efforts. All the very best with this wonderful fundraiser. Leonie Craig
$26
Haley Salle
Eddie was such a big part of my time in NZ and I am so glad you are doing this ? good luck on your journey!
$26
Susan White
$10.40
Anonymous
This is so incredibly inspiring ❤️ Wishing you be best of luck!
$10.40
Eman Syed
$10.40
Matt Stephens
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$10.40
Clare Johnson
$10.40
Madde Ogier
$52
Andy Skinner
Fuck yeah dude!! So proud to be your mate! Keep up the great work xo
$26
Frances Gibson
Hey bud! Missing you and all your shenanigans! I am so proud of what your doing and all that you have accomplished. You are an inspiration.
$10.40
Lisa Franchina
What an amazing young man. Stay safe and all the best
$104
Lindsey White
We both know how The Dog was such a silly, genuinely kind and loving person that didn’t deserve to be in the pain that he was. I don’t think I’ve seen a closer duo than the two of you, and I am so grateful for all of our weird, crazy, incredible moments we all had. Having a mental illness is so hard but it’s important to talk about it, however hard that is, so people can feel safe asking for help. This is so important Jono and I’m so proud of you for doing this
$80
Jules + Gregg Holden & Family
Jono we are so very proud of you ❤️ Aunty Jules, Uncle Gregg, Dylan, Mitch, Lys and Sienna xx
$10.40
Christina Hadjichristou
Yeeeeeah boi!
$510
Wolf 0
Awwoooo
$10
Maddy Whittaker
Jono you legend - such an awesome cause. You are going to have such an incredible journey! All the best :)
$104
Wolf 21
Good on you buddy, great cause. I will be with you in spirit and may say hi hopefully !
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Rachael
GOOD LUCK!!!!!
$10
Titmister General
$26
Anonymous
$104
Lawa
$$$ for walking your talk.
$52
Kira Lee
Happy you're making this a reality :)
$30
Sophie Zych-watson
Proud of you xoxoxo
$208
Andy, Jane, Gus, Elsie & Millie- Matthews Law
Beautiful and important words Jono. Our thoughts are with Issy's & Eddie's loved ones and all affected. This is such an important cause.
$260
John And Adele
Great work we are with you
$15.60
Phoebe Mackay
Such an important cause <3
$208
Tania And Russ
Good luck from G Ma and Russ
$20.80
Anonymous
Such an important issue! Amazing work xx
$104
Georgina Scott-lindfield
Forever proud of you x
$5.20
Maddie Megery
Can't wait for you to Supertramp it for while :)
$10.40
Cyril Carponcin
$26
Melanie Duggan
$52
Ricky Rubio
$10.40
Bear Grylls
Respect my man. Kia Kaha x
$10.40
Patrick Mckernan
$104
Jeffrey Clarke & Victoria Hallum
Wonderful idea Jono. I’m sure it’ll be a memorable experience.
$208
Nic And Blair Hartland
Fantastic Jono, such a great thing to do. We’d love to join you for a bit of the southern end if we can make it work xx
$31.20
Abbey Gracey
from me, Steve, Bob & DFJ, we love you!
$100
Val Pollard
Go Jono!!! ?
$25
Hippy Dog
I’m broke but more than worth it! So proud uncle Jon xx
$26
Anna Loeger
$10.40
Izzy Gray
<3 u buddy
$25
Lucy Maguire
$52
Sophie Mishara
$26
Miller- Webster Family
Go Jono!
$10.40
Kate Hayes
This is such an important cause. The way you have chosen to bring awareness to the issue is really impactful. Good luck on your journey Jono, thank you for doing this :)
$10.40
Anonymous
$100
Lochiel Mckellar
$25
Trudi Hall
$208
Duncraft Family
Thank you Jono.
$50
Claire Giannaula
Proud to call you one of my good friends ❤️
$10.40
Anonymous
$510
Jenny And Ed Simpson
Thanks for doing this for Eddie and all the others who have struggled with mental health issues
$25
Zeena Hartland
Great cause bro
$26
Jacqueline Hawks
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$26
Jackie Liggins
Walk well Jono
$104
Katie Anson
You have a big heart Jono <3
$3.12
Anonymous
Good luck on the walk, such a cool thing you’re doing!!
$1.01k
Issy’s Family
Thanks Jono. Love Issy’s family xx
$26
Cilla Blackwell
$104
Andrea Baker
Thank you
$26
Malou Ludo Oliver Vermeer
Jono, awesome! I haven’t met you yet, but heard great stories! And this adventure for a good cause shows your parents can be proud of you for good reason :)) With light life and love we live
$208
Leaanne & Andrew Vincent
WOW Jono. Great cause and amazing adventure. We will follow you on your journey.
$26
Anonymous
$26
Warwick Palmer
$78
Mick Lister
???
$104
Anonymous
$26
Kathryn Moore
$510
Julie & Paul Hartland
This is an awesome cause Jono! Hopefully there will be a friend or two ( or your family!) who join you on the odd leg along the way....
$52
George Bulleid
$104
Brian And Jose Small
Good luck, hope the weather is nice!
$10.40
Sophie
Love your work Jono. Super proud of you!
$610
Jd And Paul
$10.40
Finn Macewan
Go Jono!!
$10.40
Tom Nordmeier
$180
Conrad Fleischmann
Hey mate, super proud of you and all of the work you have and continue to put into mental health awareness!
$52
Andrew Burke
$52
Jo & Max
Best of luck Jono, sending our love and support ❤️
$52
Maddi Ingham
Such an awesome thing you're doing Jono!!! Super proud to know you
$100
Hannah Got
$20.80
Kieran Metherell
For Eddie and for everyone else out there going through tough times. You're a legend mate, good luck with the walk!
Hi Jono: You've done well with this project. Great job. Sorry I've been slow to show my support