The barbecue was hot and ready to go from 6am, and according to branch manager Matt Tubb, the response was immediate.
“We had awesome support from the local community,” he said.
“Not long after the barbecue started, tradies and other early risers were down grabbing their rolls.”
By the end of the morning, 530 rolls had been served.
Mr Tubb said he had only ordered 400 and had to source another 130 to keep up with demand.
Do It For Dolly Day was created by Kate and Tick Everett following the devastating loss of their 14‑year‑old daughter, Dolly, to suicide after ongoing bullying.
Dolly’s Dream works to change the culture of bullying by addressing its impacts and providing education and direct support to young people and families affected by bullying, anxiety, depression and youth suicide.
Mr Tubb said the Nutrien breakfast continues to grow each year, both in turnout and in the conversations it sparks.
“The cause starts that conversation. There were two or three convos on the morning from people impacted from suicide and bullying,” he said.
“It’s a very real and serious issue.”
The Deniliquin branch has now raised $37,000 in the four years of running the event.
To learn more about Dolly’s Dream and access pathways to help, go to dollysdream.org.au.
• Anyone requiring crisis support can contact Accessline on 1800 800 944, Lifeline Australia on 13 11 14, BeyondBlue on 1300 224 636 or Kids Helpline on 1800 551 800.
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