Day at the races helps men look out for mates

Kellie BalaamNarrogin Observer
Camera IconBrett Hodgins and Des Frearson. Credit: Kellie Balaam

Narrogin Racing hosted a race day last Friday in support for International Men’s Day.

Glen Dunkerton from Regional Men’s Health in Northam and Racing Assist industry wellbeing and careers co-ordinator Madi Brewer were in attendance to provide information on their services.

Camera IconGlen Dunkerton from Regional Men’s Health in Northam. Credit: Kellie Balaam
Camera IconRacing Assist industry wellbeing and careers coordinator Madi Brewer. Credit: Kellie Balaam

Narrogin Racing manager Cathi Trefort-Budby said it was an informal afternoon with an aim to raise awareness around men’s health and to enjoy some bro-time.

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Narrogin Racing is also running a Movember campaign where industry participants and local club members have signed up to “grow the mo”.

Camera IconEllen and Chris Smith with their brother Sandy over from Scotland, left. Credit: Kellie Balaam
Camera IconGraham Mckay with Lesley and Chris Meade. Credit: Kellie Balaam

Ms Trefort-Budby said she doesn’t expect to raise lots of money.

“There is no financial commitment, it’s just to raise awareness. I'm hoping that if just one of the participants self-checks or has a chat we have achieved our goal.”

Camera IconStan Matveev, Ryan O'Dea, Billy Rybarczyk (Mr Alphabet) and Gary Western. Credit: Kellie Balaam
Camera IconMichael Lane, John Witton, Ginger Roache and Caron Candwell. Credit: Kellie Balaam

The next meeting is the trots this Friday and will feature a “shave off” and twilight markets.

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