SERVING THOSE WHO HAVE SERVED THEIR COUNTRY AND COMMUNITY

OUR PURPOSE IS TO STRENGTHEN THE PHYSICAL HEALTH, SOCIAL CONNECTION AND WELLBEING OF MILITARY, FIRST RESPONDERS AND THEIR FAMILIES

WHAT IS BUDDY UP AUSTRALIA?

We faciliate hundreds of quality events every year to ensure our people are thriving.

All current and former military, first responders and their familes are welcome to join our strong community.

3049

MEMBERS

14

TEAMS ACROSS AUSTRALIA

1500

EVENTS HELD AUSTRALIA-WIDE

PHYSICAL
FITNESS

PURPOSEFUL
VOLUNTEERING

SOCIAL
CONNECTION

“I signed up to join the ‘cliffy young shuffle’ Buddy Up Team at Xterra to have a goal to aim for, and I haven’t looked back since.  Everyone is so welcoming when you rock up for the weekend. You feel part of the team and are welcomed with open arms.  On race day, everyone’s achievements, big and small, are celebrated, whether you turned up to support the teams or participated in the trail runs or short or long courses. The high lasts for weeks!  Can’t wait for next year now.”  

— Deb, Member

WHAT OUR MEMBERS SAY •

WHAT OUR MEMBERS SAY •

  • Anthony, Buddy Up Member

    “Discovering that Buddy Up not only wants to create good experiences at all levels, but also about Enriching the lives of Veterans, First Responders plus Family and Friends, really spoke to my values and my heart for helping others do what they can't do on their own. Plus you know coffee :-) I have already experienced the Mateship and understanding even with some of my own challenges and I'm excited to see what will be achieved in the future with some new events being added to the Buddy Up calendar. I recommend Veterans and First response people to check out the free membership and see what adventure might be available for you to try.”

  • Deb, Buddy Up Member

    “Buddy Up Australia has been such a great organisation to be a part of. I have bushwalked, paddle boarded, rode, sketched and painted for the sheer physicality and/or enjoyment of connecting with a great bunch of ex-service and emergency service people and their families, cooked for the homeless and raised money to support similar activities for other veterans. Thanks for the opportunities and comradeship”.

  • Philomena and Sophie, Buddy Up Member.

    “The Equine Therapy experience was very calming and in the moment. No thoughts were given to outside troubles or worries. I achieve a feeling of peace and calm, which I don’t feel very often at all. I slowly built up a sense of trust with our horse, Taylor, and my anxious feelings were alleviated.”

  • Leah, Buddy Up Member

    “Such an important organisation, bringing those who have served together in a space of support and community.”