In 2009, beyondblue has again teamed up with Global Rock Challenge to raise awareness of the signs and symptoms of depression and anxiety and where to get help among young people, their parents and teachers at Rock Eisteddfod Challenge events across Australia.
The Rock Eisteddfod Challenge, in its 29th year, is an exciting opportunity for schools to take part in a dance, drama and design spectacular where the students are the stars.
Each year, the events are professionally staged in some of Australia’s top entertainment venues.
CEO of beyondblue, Leonie Young, said beyondblue has supported the Rock Eisteddfod Challenge since 2003 to encourage participants to look after themselves and each other - reinforcing Youthbeyondblue’s key messages: Look, Listen, Talk and Seek Help Together.
“Every one of the 30,000 students taking part this year should be congratulated for getting involved in such a positive event,” she said.
“Not only is it a lot of fun, but the Rock Eisteddfod Challenge is a great opportunity for young people to express themselves, build confidence, develop new skills and form new friendships while being involved in their community.”
The heats are now over and state Grand Finals have commenced. The remaining Grand Finals will be held in Sydney (9 - 11 September) at the Sydney Entertainment Centre and Melbourne (16 - 18 September) at Hisense Arena.
For more information on the upcoming finals and to check out how it’s all going, visit www.rockchallenge.com.au.
