Walk ‘n’ Talk Lithgow’s first event for 2018 had to be shifted due to the closure of Blast Furnace Park but that did not deter a crowd from turning out on the opposite side of Lake Pillans Wetland Reserve on Sunday morning, February 4.
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The sun also turned up, creating a warm morning for the mental health initiative.
The crowd cheered for the event, which had been recognised for its achievements at the Australia Day awards ceremony at Lithgow.
Lithgow City Council’s deputy mayor Wayne McAndrew said it was a standout initiative.
“I want to acknowledge and congratulate the Walk ‘n' Talk organisers for the award they received on Australia Day,” he said to the crowd.
“I can think of no worthier organisation to receive this award.”
Lithgow’s need for additional mental health services was recognised on February 1, with Federal Member for Calare Andrew Gee announcing funding for a Headspace outreach service.
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