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Empowering Type 1 Diabetics through shared support, educating schools and staff, assisting family and friends through better understanding and building networks in the community
Run by a qualified teacher, Type 1 diabetic, sports educator & camp leader.

02/11/2026

DON'T LET THE HATERS GET YOU DOWN 💙

A little reminder that social media isn't always a friendly place.

Recently, I shared a post in an endurance events diabetes group about how my dog helps me when I'm struggling with my blood glucose levels.

Something positive. Something personal. Something that brings me comfort when living with Type 1 isn't always easy.

Unfortunately, the response from one person was pretty disgusting.

After looking a little further, I discovered this wasn't an isolated interaction. This person had a history of targeting other people living with Type 1 diabetes.

And it got me thinking...

Living with Type 1 can be bloody hard work.

The constant decisions, the highs, the lows, the mental exhaustion, the feeling of being different and the days when you just need a little extra support.

For some people, sharing their experiences online is a way to connect, feel understood and remind themselves they're not alone.

Imagine finding the courage to share something personal, only to have someone tear you down for it.

Please don't let people like this stop you from sharing your story.

Don't stop celebrating your wins.
Don't stop talking about your struggles.
Don't stop sharing the things that make your life with diabetes a little easier.
Don't stop supporting others.

We don't all have to agree on everything. But we can absolutely treat each other with a little more kindness.

To anyone living with Type 1 who has copped negativity, judgement or criticism:

You've got enough to manage already. You don't need to carry someone else's nastiness as well.

Keep showing up. Keep connecting. Keep being you.

And if you see someone being targeted, be the person who stands beside them.

We've got enough to deal with without tearing each other down.

💙 BUDS – Better Understanding Diabetes Support

01/11/2026

Today we had a great cuppa with all of our BUDS in Colac ☕ the adults chatted away whilst the kids played soccer and enjoyed their time exploring the lake and gardens.

A few new faces! It was lovely to sit down and support each other!

Finished with our first run for research where we followed the little buds through he botanical gardens as they checked out all the local art along the way.

Keen to do it all again tomorrow 👣🦵

31/10/2026

The last run before I take on the Perkins Run for Research!

Super proud of myself.

Park Run in the pouring rain! 6.8mmol flat going in and unplugged 🤞 and hope for the best!

I started out fast and got to the front of the pack so that everyone could see the message on my back and use that to start some conversations. My run plan to stick to my goals to stay just under 5min km. Watched 6 legends zip past with a smile and a nod.

My mate Tom was super supportive and helped me keep my pace for the final stretch before I waved him on ✋

If you have never done a park run I highly recommend everyone is so supportive and so lovely. You don't run Parkrun to win you run it to feel supported whilst you challenge yourself and that's exactly what happened today for me!

The icing on the cake was finishing with bgl of 5.5! Which unfortunately immediately dropped but I reckon I deserved the lollies!

30/10/2026

Hey BUDS heaps happening this weekend!

Just finished park run! Great fun awesome support!

We have a catch up tomorrow at 10am NEW location! Jack's coffee van at Pelican point lake Colac!

Run for research also starts tomorrow keen to bring some buds with me! We can walk or run 3km of the gardens at 11am.

Thank you to Borne Apparel Borne Apparel Borne Apparel for assisting me with a running top to keep me motivated this month!

If anyone is keen to join or donate please donate here: https://community.perkins.org.au/s/3817/3995/s

30/10/2026

The inconvenience of Type 1 – Part 2. 💙

So, we made it to the playground! Found a pretty cool spot for my son to burn off some energy, and I've finally found a few minutes to sort out this sensor.

Time to change the meter!

Step 1: Make sure the transmitter is charged. Nothing worse than getting halfway through and realising you've forgotten something.

Step 2: Load up the device.

Step 3: Line it up and get that pointy little thing in there.

Honestly, I HATE the pause before pressing the button. You know what's coming, you know it's quick, but there's still that little moment of hesitation. 😂

A sharp, quick sting in whichever spot you've decided to sacrifice today. For me, it's the arm.

But it's a necessary evil.

My CGM gives me a pretty good idea of what's happening with my BGL in almost real time, although there's generally a 6–12 minute delay between blood glucose and sensor readings.

Without it, I'd be reaching for my finger-prick meter a whole lot more.

It's not just about keeping myself safe. It's about making sure I'm safe for the people around me too.

Anyway, sensor changed, diabetes maintenance ticked off, and back to being Dad at the playground.

Don't let Type 1 steal the good moments. Sometimes you just have to work around it.

Stay safe and enjoy the playground! 💙

30/10/2026

The inconvenience of Type 1. 🙄💙

This morning my sensor decided it had done enough and quit working a whole day early. Just like the previous one. How rude!

I'm literally about to jump in the car and take the kids to school, and now I need to find 10 minutes somewhere that I simply don't have.

That's the reality of Type 1 diabetes.

It doesn't care about your plans, your schedule, your commitments or whether you're already running late.

You can get angry. You can throw yourself a little pity party (sometimes that's absolutely justified 😂).

Or you can grab your BGL meter, stab your finger, check your levels and keep moving.

It's frustrating. It's inconvenient. It's relentless.

But life is too short to let diabetes get in the way of living it.

Type 1 doesn't always fit into your day. Sometimes you just have to make room for it.

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28/10/2026

💙🏃‍♂️ 3KM EVERY DAY IN NOVEMBER… WHAT COULD POSSIBLY GO WRONG? 😂

https://community.perkins.org.au/s/3817/3995/e

Apparently, having Type 1 diabetes, a family, a job and about 47 other things going on in my head isn’t enough… so I’m adding running 3km every day for a month to the list. 😂

This November, I’m taking on the Perkins Run for Research to raise money for diabetes research.

That’s 90km across the month. My knees have questions. My legs haven’t been consulted. And knowing my diabetes, my blood sugars will probably have their own plans! 🤦‍♂️😂

But jokes aside, this one means a lot to me.

Living with Type 1 diabetes means managing it 24/7. I’m incredibly grateful for the technology and support we have, but there’s still so much more to learn and improve.

That’s why diabetes research matters. 💙

So, I’d love you to get involved!

💙 DONATE — If you can spare a few dollars, every contribution helps support diabetes research. The donation link is in my Instagram bio!

🏃‍♂️ JOIN THE TEAM — Come and join me! Walk, jog or run. You don't need to be an elite athlete. If you can put one foot in front of the other, you're qualified. 😂

💪 DONATE YOUR SERVICES — Not everyone can donate cash, and that's absolutely fine! If you're a physio, massage therapist, podiatrist, myotherapist or another professional who can help keep this body functioning, I'd love to hear from you! 😂

I'm hoping there are a few legends out there willing to help stop my body from falling apart over 90km. My knees, calves and questionable life choices would be extremely grateful. 🤣

Every kilometre counts, every bit of support helps, and together we can contribute to a better future for people living with diabetes.

3km a day. All November. For research. And apparently for my own personal suffering. 😂💙

Who's keen to join me or help keep me in one piece? 😁

27/10/2026

💙 A WEEK I’M INCREDIBLY GRATEFUL FOR.

I’ve just managed to put together one of the best weeks of blood glucose levels I’ve had in my life.

96% time in range over 7 days. 🤯

As someone who has lived with Type 1 diabetes for over 25 years, I know just how much work can go into numbers like these. I also know that not every week will look like this, and that’s okay.

But I wanted to take a moment to celebrate what has helped me get here.

🥗 Good food — fuelling my body and giving it what it needs.

🏃‍♂️ Running — even on the days when I really don’t feel like it.

🏋️ Strength training — building a stronger body and helping me use insulin more effectively.

⭐ Aiming for the stars — because even when I fall short of my goal, I might still land on the moon.

❤️ Having a WHY — knowing what I’m working towards and why it matters to me.

For me, that WHY is bigger than blood glucose numbers, fitness or weight.

It’s about being the best version of myself so I can be a better father, husband, friend, teacher and role model.

None of these things happen overnight. They take effort, consistency and a willingness to keep showing up, even when it’s hard.

That’s where habits come in.

When we build habits around the things that help us, we make it easier to keep showing up for ourselves. And over time, those small, consistent actions can add up to something pretty special.

I’m proud of this week. Not because I expect every week to look like this, but because it’s a reminder of what can happen when I put the work in and focus on the things I can control.

Type 1 diabetes will always throw challenges my way. There will be highs, lows, frustrating days and weeks that don’t go to plan.

But I can keep learning. I can keep building habits. And I can keep trying to be a little better than I was yesterday.

💙 Celebrate the wins. Learn from the tough days. Keep showing up.

What’s your WHY? And what’s one small habit you’re working on to help you become the best version of yourself?

25/10/2026

I love it when a plan works out! 💙

Morning Runs without insulin on board used to send me high 🫣.

New plan take insulin have a banana blueberry smoothy and enjoy watching that CGM line stay steady and stop my liver from dumping glucose into my body for the rest of the day 👣🦵

If you are struggling to get bgl controlled message me or comment BGL below!

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