News

Latest updates from Dry July

For media enquiries, please contact [email protected] or (02) 9247 6691

Health outweighs hangovers

By Dry July on

Over 3 in 5 Aussie drinkers (63%) attempt to minimize the effect of alcohol on their health by ‘offsetting’ their alcohol consumption by eating well (40%), exercising (34%) or only drinking on the weekends (25%).

New research commissioned by Dry July has found a societal shift in attitudes towards drinking, as more Australians (60%) are conscious of the effects of alcohol consumption on their health than they were a year ago.

The statistics show almost a quarter of Aussies are actually drinking less each week than the same time last year (24%), and of those, 47% are reducing intake due to weight concerns and/or physical health, above financial reasons (21%) and hatred of hangovers (21%).


The report has found more than a third (35%) of...

Read more…

SodaStream Dry July Survival Kit now available!

By Dry July on

This year we’re very excited to be working with SodaStream as a new major partner. SodaStream is the world’s number one sparkling water brand and therefore a perfect match for Dry July. 

81% of Dry Heroes drink water during Dry July and to keep water exciting, SodaStream has provided a fantastic Sodastream Dry July Survival Kit which is available to buy through our shop.

The experts over at Sodastream have also developed mocktail recipes exclusively for Dry July, so participants can always have a glass of something exciting in their hand.

Fancy a Lemon Mint Berry Blast or a Strawberry Basil Infusion perhaps? Look no further.

                 

The Sodastream Dry July Survival Kit contains...

Read more…

We've got Dan Reardon on board

By Dry July on

We're so excited to have Australian Supercross champion and Motocross rider, Dan Reardon, on board as a Dry July 2016 ambassador!

“There are many reasons why this campaign means something to me... But most of all, it’s the cause; the campaign raising money for people affected by cancer is a fantastic initiative!! Everyone has been affected by this horrible disease either directly or indirectly and the more we/I can do to help, the easier we make it for people dealing with it. I'm really looking forward to supporting this amazing cause and will be working VERY hard to make sure I raise as much money as possible! Can’t wait to be involved!”

Sign up today to join Dan for a Dry July, or donate to Dan.


Read more…

Welcome, Jaynie Seal

By Dry July on

We're very happy to welcome Jaynie Seal on board as a 2016 Dry July ambassador!

"I am absolutely honoured to be an ambassador for Dry July.

"Most of us like to have a drink – to celebrate, to relax, to have fun. While I do love a few reds, I also know that when I am in a 'non drinking' phase, I am so much more motivated, clear and present.

"Bring it on! I want to encourage as many of you as possible to take the challenge and raise money towards the wellbeing of our fellow Australians living with cancer"

Join Jaynie for a Dry July and sign up today!

If you like, you can donate to Jaynie.

Read more…

National Volunteer Week

By Dry July on

In celebration of National Volunteer Week we’d like to shout out to the amazing volunteers who give their time to help support people affected by cancer.

In our network this includes volunteer therapists at Solariscare Foundation, certified cosmetic, beauty and hairdressing professionals at Look Good Feel Better - Australia, drivers for Cancer Council Australia Transport 2 Treatment services, and thousands of volunteers who give their time at public hospitals and other facilities across the country.

Thank you from Dry July!

Read more…

Mother's Day 2016

By Dry July on

Today we want to acknowledge the brave and wonderful mothers who’ve shown such strength and resilience through their cancer journey.

"The very best part of the morning was coming home to the happy tears of my nine-year old daughter who tearfully informed me that I was now 'THE prettiest mummy in the world' – she had the biggest smile on her face. I cannot thank you enough. Who knew a morning of hair, makeup and nattering could lift your spirits in the way that it has lifted mine and then rippled out to affect my family in a positive way too." 

Linda, Look Good Feel Better - Australia participant

Dry July is proud to fund programs like Look Good Feel Better to improve the wellbeing of cancer patients, their families and carers during...

Read more…

Maz Compton is back as our ambassador

By Dry July on

We are so happy to have Maz Compton on board again this year as a Dry July ambassador. She’s a seasoned pro at this whole thing – she’s been booze-free for over a year now, so her Dry July is all about supporting an amazing cause she believes in .

"I am putting the SO into SOBER, because I am SO excited for Dry July this year. It's such a great initiative that grows every year and really does impact the lives of people affected by cancer. For the month of July it's a different kind of bubbles for me, the soda water variety. Cheers to that! 

I always feel clear headed, energetic and a sense of great achievement after giving up the booze to help out a cause that is really important.

Dry July is my fave month, I am yet again going to...

Read more…

Fast Ed is back for 2016

By Dry July on

We're so happy to welcome Fast Ed back on board as a Dry July ambassador! Ed first heard of Dry July when his mother was in hospital being treated for breast cancer.

“One of the first things that we noticed when we went in for her chemo is just the fact there’s no facilities there. You’d turn up for truly awful chemotherapy and there’s hard plastic seats. You can’t get a cup of coffee or a cold drink. It’s a really dehumanising experience at a time when you’d expect something a little more kind.

“I think everyone assumes that someone else is paying for this already. They think – oh well, someone is dealing with this so why should I have to pay for it? ...it’s suddenly not a mystery at all why it would be so important to support Dry...

Read more…

Dry July 2016 is here!

By Dry July on

Dry July is back and you can sign-up now. Go booze-free this July and fundraise to support adults affected by cancer.

When you’re diagnosed with cancer, it’s hard to find the time or energy to think about anything other than treating the cancer. Dry July raises money to ease that burden, reduce stress and add a bit of comfort throughout the cancer journey. We help to provide things that may not be front of mind after a cancer diagnosis; getting to and from an appointment, somewhere to stay near the hospital, Wi-Fi access and mobile phone chargers. We aim to make cancer patients more comfortable and help with the side effects of treatment through services such as complimentary therapies, wig libraries, and massages and by providing...

Read more…