Lace up and take on the Q1 Stair Challenge for LIVIN.
Lace up and take on the Q1 Stair Challenge for LIVIN.
One step can start a journey. 1,331 steps can change lives. The SkyPoint Sea to Sky Q1 Stair Challenge with LIVIN isn’t just about conquering 77 floors—it’s about standing together for mental health. As you push through each step, you’re helping raise funds that bring life-changing conversations into schools and workplaces, reminding people that they’re not alone. Let’s climb for those who can’t, for those who need hope, and for a future where speaking up is seen as strength.
There’s no wrong way to tackle the climb – whether you sprint, walk, or crawl to the top, you’ll be rewarded with breathtaking 360-degree views of the Gold Coast from the SkyPoint Observation Deck. Over the past nine years, this event has raised over $500,000 for community charities, and this year, the goal is even bigger. You can register solo, challenge a friend (or a rival) with the new Team Challenge feature, or rally your workmates, school friends, or gym crew to climb together. Want to make it a family affair? Sign everyone up and turn your Sunday into an unforgettable adventure.
Some serious stair legends have taken on this challenge in the past, including double amputee Shane Kerr, multi-climbers Kaye Robinson and Kevin Thompson, and a very good boy – Steve the therapy dog, who stole the show in 2024. But whether you’re aiming for the fastest time or just looking to make it to the top, the real win is in supporting LIVIN’s life-changing mental health programs.
At the heart of the event, proudly sponsored by CE Group, is LIVIN, a non-profit dedicated to breaking the stigma around mental illness with its motto, It Ain’t Weak to Speak. LIVIN was founded in memory of Dwayne Lally, who, like so many others, struggled in silence. The funds raised from this challenge go directly to LIVINWell school programs, where trained facilitators teach kids about mental health in an approachable and meaningful way. Every participant must raise at least $40 (on top of their registration fee), and trust us, every dollar counts.
One person who knows just how much this event can make a difference is Shane Slegers, who has raised nearly $20,000 over the past two years. He climbs in honour of his friend and workmate Luke Berry, a bright young engineering graduate who tragically lost his life to mental illness in 2022. Shane’s commitment to raising awareness and funds is exactly what this event is all about – honouring those we’ve lost and making sure more people get the support they need.
The big day is set for Sunday 9th March with check-in opening at 6:30 am and wave starts kicking off from 7:00 am at Q1, Surfers Paradise. All participants will get a race bib, electronic timing, medal, fruit and drinks at the finish, and most importantly, bragging rights. Registration is open online until 12 pm on March 8, or you can enter on the day – unless spots sell out first.
So, are you ready to step up? Sign up, lace up, and get ready to climb for a cause. Because this challenge isn’t just about reaching the top – it’s about lifting each other up along the way.
Click here to register now.
Where: Q1, 9 Hamilton Avenue, Surfers Paradise
When: Sunday 9th March from 7:00am
Words by Chelsea Ipsen
STORY SPONSORED BY LIVIN