Wear white and join the Liberty Coastal Walk Against Domestic and Family Violence

COMMUNITY members in the Port Macquarie-Hastings region are invited to wear white and join the Liberty Coastal Walk Against Domestic and Family Violence on Sunday 30 November.

The walk is in support of safer futures for women and children.

Hosted by Liberty Domestic and Family Violence Specialist Services, this annual event begins at 8am in Westport Park with coffee, music and guest speakers.

Among the speakers is Dave Kramer, an Ambassador for the Small Steps 4 Hannah Foundation.

Mr Kramer became an advocate following the tragic loss of his best friend Hannah Clarke and her children, in 2020.

Walkers will head east along the coastline, with the option to finish at Town Beach or continue to the official finish line at Flynns Beach.

Along the way, walkers are encouraged to pause, reflect, and connect, taking in the handpainted “hope rocks” that are hidden along the route, offering messages of support and strength.

The morning concludes with light refreshments and an opportunity to connect with others to honour survivors, remember lives lost, and stand against violence.

“So far this year, 62 women have been killed as a result of violence,” said Kelly Lamb, Liberty CEO.

“Domestic and family violence is happening right here in our local community.

“Last year, Liberty supported more than 3000 people, helping women and children move towards safety and recovery.”

Funds raised for the Walk will help Liberty provide vital local services, including crisis accommodation, safety planning, and recovery and healing programs.

“Every step we take together sends a powerful message that we see, hear, and stand with those impacted by domestic and family violence,” Ms Lamb said.

Registration for the Walk is free at libertycoastalwalk.com.au.

Participants can register individually or as a team, with all funds staying local to support women and children.

The event is proudly sponsored by Change Partners: Kristal Kinsela Consulting, Lifestyle Group, Lux Laser and Aesthetics, Men and Women at Work, Small Steps 4 Hannah, Sovereign Vet Hospital; and community partners Better Insurance Cover, Harvey Norman Port Macquarie, and Magnified Accounting.

By Rikki WALLER