Mocktail Masterclass

By Dry July on Jun 10, 4:47am

Dry July was very proud to organize a Mocktail Masterclass at Manta Restaurant, which was hosted by our brilliant ambassador “Fast” Ed Halmagyi.

Ed gave a talk outlining the benefits of completing Dry July, including the benefits to participants, as well as services we fund for our beneficiaries so they can provide support to people affected by cancer. Ed also showed guests how to make beautiful, refreshing mocktails so participants are never short of something wonderful to drink during Dry July this year. Recipes were provided by our wonderful partners SodaStream and Australian Bitters, as well as Ed himself, who made some of his own concoctions.

Dry July would like to say a big thank you to everybody who attended, including ambassadors...

Sam Wood is here

By Dry July on Jun 10, 3:49am

We're so excited to have The Bachelor Australia’s Sam Wood board as a Dry July ambassador this year!

"For me Dry July is a no brainer. It is a brilliant initiative that acts as a catalyst for people to regain control of their health, challenge themselves, explore new activities and most importantly raise funds for something very close to my heart, cancer.

As a health expert I am all about lifestyle balance and sustainability, but a month off the grog for a great cause can only be a good thing and I'm really excited to be involved."

Sign up and join Sam for a Dry July!

If you like, you can donate to Sam.

Health outweighs hangovers

By Dry July on Jun 8, 9:00am

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...

SodaStream Dry July Survival Kit now available!

By Dry July on Jun 7, 12:03am

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...

We've got Dan Reardon on board

By Dry July on May 27, 3:42am

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.

Welcome, Jaynie Seal

By Dry July on May 12, 3:53am

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.

National Volunteer Week

By Dry July on May 11, 12:42am

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!

Mother's Day 2016

By Dry July on May 8, 12:45am

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...

Maz Compton is back as our ambassador

By Dry July on May 5, 4:06am

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...