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Nicky Gallas No More Excuses Alice Springs to Adelaide Solo Walk

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Mental Health

About 45% of adult Australians will experience a mental illness at some stage in their lives, including alcohol or... read more
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May
22
It’s freezing here…Tuesday Night Update

It’s freezing here…Tuesday Night Update

South of Glendambo. Lovely weather, eh?   read more

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My Story

I turned to food my whole life and it was the only thing that I could find comfort in. Times were bad and food would make it all go away. I tried suicide but to no avail. I tried to run away and I tried to find comfort in the arms of all the wrong people. read more

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Official Acceptance letter from RFDS
With Ian Moss. One of my idols. Before and After shot I am very proud of. Guest Speaker at the Chamber of Commerce Women in Business Luncheon. The first newspaper article. The crew where I work and Stan Walker. First dress. Radio fun.
My Mum and I.. This was not my biggest but very close. Dancing on a rare occasion, just before the crutches were needed to support me. With my beautiful baby grand daughter in my arms. Slippers on as I could rarely find shoes to fit my feet. Crutches beside me as my knees and back could not support my weight anymore. I found it hard to breath or even move sometimes. Still managed to find a smile though

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  • Thank you Nicky for sharing your personal story, and raising awareness on the issue of mental health. You are amazing, inspirational and beautiful.

    Kirstie Aisbett - Alice Springs

  • Hey Nicky, your doing great and you are as beautiful & inspiring as the sunrises you are posting pictures of.  It is my 15th year anniversary with the RFDS today.  I remember it so well because the RFDS celebrated their 85th Anniversary on the 17th May, today (18th May) is my 15 year…

    Nicole Gerrard - Sydney

  • I’m pleased for u that the weather has cooled down, I’m sure this will assist a great deal. Great to see that one step is still moving onto the next:) Take care.

    Deb Smith - Alice Springs

  • Hi Nicky, just reading your blogs, we understand what you fighting for, some say the more its talked about the more its heard!!! I hope it’s being heard loud & clear, keep the fantastic journey alive - your friends Tim & Tan

    Tim & Tan Blazely - Alice Springs

  • Every day you inspire me and when I see a post from you pop up on my screen it makes me smile. What you are doing is amazing and you are one tough cookie.   I will be watching you till you get there. Will done Nicky, and keep up th good work.

    Kathy Gould - Morayfield, Queensland

  • Good for you Nicki, you’re really Making a difference! I hope you had a better sleep last night and that the little things you notice along the way provide moments of happiness. xx

    Vivie Byrne - Stirling, SA

  • OH darling, I wish this was all over. I know I wouldnt get to see you any extra visits but at least I know you are safe when in Alice Springs. Proud of you love, and take care. Also love to Brent. Love mum and Tony. XXXXXX

    Brenda Bridgman - ADELAIDE

  • Thinking of you today sister as I sip my third cup of tea. Hope your feet, bum, legs, face, back, toes, knees, ankles and every other bit of you are ok. How’s the head?? Any clearer now?? Keep movin girl. xx

    sharron bateman - mt gambier

  • you are doing really well so far nikki enjoy the rest of your journey. take care get plenty of rest.you are a amazing woman.

    jodie and paul - alice springs

  • Hello Nicky, I’m one of your Mum’s facebook friends and I see her pride and joy in you and what your doing. I am also overweight so appreciate the effort you are making and my daughters both suffer from depression and struggle with dark feelings. So thankyou for what you are undertaking…

    Ro von Rangnow - Perth, Western Australia

  • What an awesome effort so far Nicky. We are following your facebook page. Love and all the very best for you and your tired muscles. See you in Radelaide very soon <3

    Connie and Bob - Adelaide

  • This week I have been grizzling and complaining about my sore knee and aching muscles from umpiring footy on the weekend. How silly is that?  ....you are walking from Alice Springs to Adelaide, so I have nothing to complain about compared with the effort you are putting in! You go girl, I am so…

    David - Alice Springs

  • You’re doing an awesome thing Nicky!  Thank you for challenging yourself with this walk whilst supporting mental health/depression.  My brother, Jeffrey, ended his life last year when he couldn’t face another day of living with depression.  Please keep him in your thoughts…

    Alison - Sydney

  • Mumma G, you know how much I love you girly! You’re the REAL Wonder Woman in her “spanky pants” to me! I’m in absolute AWE of all you’ve done and are doing now - so selfless, so incredible, and so so important. For me it means everything. Every day that I have to haul…

    The Bizz - Vic

  • Best of luck on your journey, and hoping each day becomes easier for you Such an inspirational person for all.

    Vicki - Alice Springs

  • You go Girl!!! What an inspirational and emotional story Nicky. You are a very strong and determined woman. I wish you a safe journey. Embrace your sense of freedom and self exploration. Remember there are a lot of people from all over Australia with you

    Lyn - Tasmania

  • Wishing you a safe journey.

    Anita rogers - Alice Springs

  • Good on you babe! That’s all obese people need I think, a reason to believe they can do it! You should see if they’ll put you on the Biggest Loser! xx

    Veronica Hope - Sydney

  • OUTSTANDING!!!! The White Cloud Foundation think that you are an inspiration for millions. Keep up the great work, we look forward to tracking your progress. Cheers Adam Scott Founder/Chairman White Cloud Foundation

    White Cloud Foundation - Brisbane

  • Hi there love, we’re home safe and sound and now tracking you on the map. Shows the time you stop along the way. Wondering where you are now 4.47pm. Very proud of you babe, just take care. Love to you and Brent.

    MUM - Adelaide

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