A dead tree has been painted blue at the Greyhounds WA Mandurah track, helping to spread mental health awareness.
As part of the ongoing partnership between Racing WA and the Blue Tree Project, the Mandurah track is the first of 47 tracks across the State to sport a blue tree.
Racing WA Chief Racing Officer David Hunter said the painting at Greyhounds WA Mandurah is another step forward in ending the stigma around mental health.
“We know mental health challenges can affect every industry, including racing, making initiatives like this essential in fostering awareness and support,” Mr Hunter said.
“Each blue tree stands as a symbol of support, helping spark a conversation and encouraging those who need help to speak up – and I thank the team at Greyhounds WA for getting behind this important message.”
Blue Tree Project CEO Kendall Whyte OAM highlighted the significance of expanding the initiative to even more communities in WA.
"Seeing a blue tree in a familiar environment can be a powerful prompt to check in on yourself and those around you,” Ms Whyte said.
“This tree will stand as a lasting symbol of support, resilience, and hope – and I hope that it will spark more conversations around mental health and encourage individuals to seek support if needed,” she said.
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