When the Macquarie Raiders recently took on the Forbes Magpies at Apex Oval, the day was not only an opportunity for the club to say “thank you” to sponsors, but also to pay special tribute to the man in whose honour the Perry Meredith Memorial Round is played. 

Perry was a Raiders Premiership player who tragically took his own life as a young man. The Number 13 jersey in each grade is presented to a player selected by the Meredith family, with that chosen player representing the number Perry made his own during his playing days.

The club marks the day to promote awareness around the importance of mental health, with the event sponsored by health initiative LIVIN, whose mantra is “It ain’t weak to speak”. 

If you, or someone you know, needs someone to talk to, help is available through LifeLine on 131114.