Many choose a dry month

THOUSANDS of Australians have signed up to lose the booze this month – Ocsober as it’s been dubbed.
Life Education, the national not-for-profit organisation behind the campaign, has received more than 2300 registrations so far and is urgently calling on more Australians to commit to the challenge of an alcohol-free October while raising funds to support Aussie kids.
“Whether it’s to lose weight, set a good example or raise money for Life Education’s drug and alcohol programs, there are plenty of reasons to give up alcohol for the month of October,” Life Education Queensland CEO, Michael Fawsitt said.
“And if you’re worried about not being able to enjoy a beer with the footy finals this weekend, we do have leave passes available for special occasions where you want to enjoy a celebratory drink.”
Ocsober offers one-day leave passes for $25 or two-day leave passes for $50, which allows you to have a break from the campaign, while raising more funds for Life Education.
This year, Life Education is aiming to raise $1,000,000, which will enable the not-for-profit to reach many more children across Australia, empowering them to make better choices and lead healthier and safer lives.
“Signing up for Ocsober and raising just $63 can help Life Education teach five vulnerable children about the dangers of alcohol misuse, while $219 can help us to deliver an important alcohol and drug education message to a classroom of secondary school students,” Mr Fawsitt said.
The more you raise, the more children we can reach across Australia. This is your chance to make a real difference to the lives of Aussie kids.”
It’s not too late to register yourself or a team for this year’s Ocsober, with registrations remaining right throughout the month at www.ocsober.com.au.