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On Sunday 22nd March, Coral Marina Gardens was flooded with a sea of purple as the community turned out in support of domestic violence survivors, raising awareness and funds for the Women’s Legal Service Queensland. Participants walked the Bicentennial Walkway, with kids, friends, and dogs in tow, in a huge turnout that made organisers proud.
The event took place in four hubs across Queensland: Brisbane, the Gold Coast, the Sunshine Coast, and here in Airlie Beach. The combined events raised $350,000.
1 – Participants in purple took to the board walk to make a stand against DV. Photo supplied
The Community Paints the Boardwalk Purple
Participants in the Epic Walk for DV donned purple t-shirts and walked 5 kilometers for the Women’s Legal Service Queensland this weekend, supporting their efforts to support survivors of family and domestic violence.
Bright and early on Sunday morning, participants congregated at Coral Marina Gardens, where a coffee van, sausage sizzle, and music boosted energy ahead of the walk. Whilst pop-ups from Whitsunday Counselling Support and Zonta raised funds and awareness, organisers gave speeches and led warmups before setting the walkers on their way.
The event was hosted by Real Estate agent and 2026 Dancing CEO, Clarice Davis, with special guests including the CEO of Women’s Legal Service Queensland, Nadia Bromley. Those wishing to contribute can still donate via the QR code below.
1 - Kara Drury Amanda Venaglia Lisa Jackson Charli Goldspeink
2- Felicity, Freya and Claudia representing Whitsunday Counselling & Support.
3 - Jo Parker, Melita Hensley, Margaret Kennedy, Nicki Firmin, Helen Newell, Dominique Noire.
4- Zoran from Whitsundays Self-Defence Academy giving practical tips.
5 - Peter Wetherby, Niamh Mulvihill & Bailey.
6 - Sarah Dean, Airlie Norton, Leanne Burnett, Jack Markham, Jamie Coles, Jordan Wilkie, Kiana Sims
7 - CEO of Women’s Legal Service Queensland Nadia Bromley & Epic Walk host, Clarice Davis.
8 - Michael and Mandy with glammed-up Miss Bling & Dash.
9 - Jade Yvonne, Sam, Jessica and Billy.
10 - Jono and Stacie Cutting.
11 - Kimberly Hose, Carolyn Lewis & Teddy.
12 – Nicki Firmin & Mayor Ry Collins.
13 – The walk begins. Photo credit: Suzanna Mcloughlin.
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