Domestic and family violence and mental health challenges affect individuals, families, and entire communities. Raising awareness, expanding access to support services, and encouraging early intervention are essential steps toward creating safer, healthier futures for everyone.

Shine Bright Foundation is dedicated to connecting people with vital community resources that support those affected by domestic and family violence and mental health challenges. Through partnerships with local organizations and prevention programs, the Foundation works to strengthen the wellbeing of individuals, families, and communities across the Fraser Coast and Wide Bay Region. To further this mission, the Foundation is hosting its signature annual fundraising and awareness event.

The One Day At A Time Gala – Event Goes Off Track (on Purpose) will take place on 26 September 2026. Now in its fourth year, the event promises to be its biggest yet, bringing together the Wide Bay community for a unique experience featuring country hospitality, campfires, and inspiring keynote speakers. The 2026 gala will place a special focus on men’s mental health, accountability in domestic and family violence prevention, and promoting wellbeing throughout the region. Funds and awareness generated through the event will support the Shine Bright Foundation’s initiatives alongside community partners, including Play and Beyond – Therapy 4 Kids, The Shine Bright Sanctuary, Shine Bright Mental Health’s Men’s & Youth Hub, Small Steps 4 Hannah, and the HALT program.

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One Day At A Time Event Goes Off Track (on Purpose)

The One Day At A Time Gala is Shine Bright Foundations annual awareness event. We raise awareness for vital community resources to ensure Men, Women, and Children of Fraser Coast affected by Domestic and Family Violence and mental health are able to access crucial support and services.

We have been hosting this event for 3 consecutive years, supporting Shine Bright Foundation in conjunction with Play and Beyond – Therapy 4 Kids, The Shine Bright Sanctuary and Mens & Youth Hub via Shine Bright Mental Health, Small Steps 4 Hannah, and the HALT program.

2026 is going to be bigger and better than all the years before. Focusing on Men’s Mental Health and accountability in domestic and family violence prevention and promoting wellbeing throughout the Wide Bay Region.

This unique event is bringing together the Wide Bay community with an experience of country, campfires, and high-profile keynote speakers.