30 April 2025

This October, the community is invited to lace up their runners, gather their loved ones (dogs included!) and join Olivia’s Walk and Run for Wellness – a fun and inspiring day to support people living with cancer.

Now in its twelfth year, the event returns on Sunday 5 October 2025 at Alexandra Gardens in Melbourne, with new run options introduced alongside the much-loved walk. Whether you walk 5km, run 5km or take on the 10km challenge, you’ll be helping raise funds for the Olivia Newton-John Cancer & Wellness Centre’s Wellness Program – ensuring people with cancer can thrive.

The theme once again is “Let’s Get Physical,” inspired by Olivia Newton-John’s iconic hit. Participants are encouraged to dress in their best 80s activewear and enjoy a day of music, movement and meaning. There’ll be entertainment, food, family-friendly activities, and of course, a celebration of the ONJ Centre’s ongoing impact.

ONJ Centre Goodwill Ambassador Tottie Goldsmith said the event is a chance to honour Olivia’s dream: to treat people as a whole – body, mind and spirit. “Olivia was a trailblazer, and the ONJ Centre is a lasting part of her legacy. It’s a place where people feel seen and supported through some of the toughest times of their lives.”

The event is not just for Melburnians – virtual walkers and runners from across the globe are welcome to join from wherever they are. All funds raised go directly to wellness therapies like art and music therapy, exercise physiology, massage, acupuncture and support groups – therapies that are only possible because of community generosity.

Whether you walk, run, donate or cheer from the sidelines, you can be part of something extraordinary. Registrations are now open with launch pricing until 14 May.

Visit www.walkforwellness.com.au and join us in making a real difference for people with cancer.