Across schools, communities and everyday moments, mental fitness continues to show up in exciting new ways.
In classrooms, students are opening up through storytime. In daily routines, people are taking a moment to check in. And in communities, people are coming together - using physical challenges and shared experiences to build their mental fitness.
Keep reading to see mental fitness in action!
Connection through storytelling
Founder, Gus Worland, recently spent time in three Mentally Fit Schools across Western Sydney, reading his book Boys Do Cry to students.
From Luddenham to Wetherill Park and Canley Vale, the conversations created space for young people to understand their emotions, speak up and know that all feelings are part of being human.
And in a moment that brought plenty of laughs (and a few hugs), Gus met his match at Canley Vale Public School - their school mascot, also named Gus!
Big thanks to the schools for welcoming us in and all the kids for their great questions and excitement on the day.
Starting the conversation
Coming soon to Chemist Warehouse: The Gotcha4Life Men’s Care Box.
Too many men are struggling in silence, and too many families are feeling the impact.
Launching this May with partners Chemist Warehouse, the Gotcha4Life Men’s Care Box is designed to make it easier for men to take that first step - to check in, open up and stay connected.
It’s a simple but powerful idea: buy a box for yourself and one for a mate. A small gesture that opens the door to a real conversation, while also raising vital funds to support Gotcha4Life’s work in building mental fitness across Australia.
Available in select stores and online from 28 May.
The Mental Fitness App turns 1!
Building mental fitness is becoming part of everyday life for thousands of people, and the past year has shown just how powerful that shift can be.
Since launching, close to 13,000 people have downloaded the Mental Fitness Gym app, completing almost 22,000 exercises.
Each one represents a moment to pause, check in, and take a small step to manage how they’re feeling.
With personalised recommendations, multi-day workouts and 100+ guided exercises, the app makes mental fitness practical, accessible and part of daily routines.
Registrations are now open for Australia’s biggest rowing fundraising challenge, returning 12–13 September 2026.
Bring a team together and take on 24 hours of rowing in relay, all in support of building mental fitness across Australia.
It’s so much more than a challenge of endurance - it’s a chance to connect, have some fun and be part of something really important. Every team helps raise funds for Gotcha4Life’s preventative work, equipping more people with the skills to navigate life’s ups and downs.
Start building your team - it’s going to be a powerful weekend.
“By doing this fundraiser it has not only brought funds to the Gotcha4Life cause, but it has also shone a light to the cause within our community and opened gateways for conversations.” - 24 Hour Row participant
The Whale Rock Trail Run returned for its second year as a community fundraising event for Gotcha4Life, bringing people together across 6.5km and 17km of bush trails.
From first-timers to seasoned runners, the day was all about getting active, backing yourself and getting fit for anything life throws your way.
A huge thank you to everyone who showed up and got involved - your support is helping raise vital funds to build mental fitness and strengthen communities across Australia.
Want to get involved in a community fundraiser for Gotcha4Life?
April is Stress Awareness Month - a timely reminder to check in on how you’re managing life’s pressures.
The Mental Fitness Gym app includes a dedicated Stress Less workout, designed to help you respond to stress in a practical way. Through simple, guided daily exercises, it builds skills you can turn to whenever things start to feel like too much.
Small steps, used consistently, can shift how you navigate life’s ups and downs.
If you found any of the above content emotionally challenging, talk to a trusted friend, your doctor or mental health professional. There are support services available - Beyond Blue 1300 22 4636 or Lifeline 13 11 14.
Gotcha4Life acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we live, work and connect, and pays respect to Elders past and present. We honour the strength, resilience, and community care of First Nations peoples, whose wisdom guides our work in building a mentally fit future.
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