Memory Walk & Jog Newcastle just weeks away!
Dementia Australia
The 2026 Newcastle Memory Walk & Jog is only a few short weeks away, with the event taking place on 31 May 2026 at Griffith Park.
Memory Walk & Jog returns to Newcastle in 2026, bringing the community together to get active for brain health and to show support for people impacted by dementia.
Memory Walk & Jog Newcastle is a key Dementia Australia community event, helping raise funds to deliver invaluable support, education and resources for people living with dementia, their families and carers.
Memory Walk & Jog is about being part of the community and feeling supported. Participants can walk, jog or run and select from either 2.5km, 5km or 9.5km in distance.
Local Newcastle resident, Renee Murray said participating in Memory Walk & Jog is a meaningful way to honour her stepdad Brian and support other families impacted by dementia.
“My connection to dementia is through my stepdad, Brian, who was in my life for almost 38 years. He was a strong, intelligent man who spent his career serving the community as an NSW firefighter," Renee said.
“Dementia changed our family in ways we never expected. We had to adjust to the gradual loss of the man we knew, while still trying to honour who Brian was at his core.
“I’m taking part to honour Brian and keep his memory alive in a positive, meaningful way. Being part of the Newcastle event means so much to me, as it’s my way of raising awareness, supporting other families and contributing to a future where people living with dementia receive the understanding and care they deserve.”
Memory Walk & Jog is an opportunity to highlight the role that physical activity and social connection can play in supporting brain health. While age, genetic and family history cannot be changed, evidence shows that staying active and engaged can help reduce or delay the risk of developing dementia.
Get active for your brain health and help beat dementia. Sign up to participate or volunteer by visiting https://www.memorywalk.com.au/event/newcastle/home
Can’t attend Memory Walk & Jog but want to be involved? Organise your own group or individual walk or jog, with a MyWay event. Choose your own date and location and register at www.memorywalk.com.au/get-involved/mw.
Dementia Australia is the source of trusted information, education and services for the estimated more than 446,500 Australians living with dementia, and the more than 1.7 million people involved in their care. We advocate for positive change and support vital research. We are here to support people impacted by dementia, and to enable them to live as well as possible. No matter how you are impacted by dementia or who you are, we are here for you.
For support, please contact the National Dementia Helpline on 1800 100 500. An interpreter service is available. The National Dementia Helpline is funded by the Australian Government. People looking for information can also visit dementia.org.au
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