IN AN inspiring show of community spirit, East Loddon P12 College took part in The Push  Up Challenge, raising funds and awareness for mental health. 
The goal? Complete 3214 push-ups—one for each life lost to suicide last year. The result? A staggering 5795 push-ups in one day!
The event was especially meaningful following the loss of beloved teacher Shane Rudkins earlier this year. It became a powerful way to honour his memory and open conversations around mental health.
Students from all year levels joined in, with standout efforts from Peter Harrison (400 push ups), Ewan Ray, Miles Guthrie, Alex and Oli Lister, and Isaac Ferguson. Year 10 topped the class leaderboard, followed by Years 9 and 4.
The school also raised $385 for Bendigo Headspace, with local support from Bridgewater Bakehouse and Inglewood IGA keeping participants fuelled.