Right to Life

The passing of legendary ABC Radio Sydney presenter James Valentine at 64 has sparked a massive national outpouring of grief and appreciation. As a beloved public figure, his choice of voluntary assisted dying (VAD) has been met with widespread public applause and affirmation.

But what does a society communicate when it responds to a chosen death with celebration?

In our latest article, we honor Valentine's legacy by engaging in the exact kind of honest conversation he spent his career championing. We look past the tidy headlines to explore the complex psychological grief experienced by families, and the unintended culture of "expectation" that public celebration can create for the vulnerable, the sick, and the elderly.

True compassion means asking the hard questions. Read the full piece on our Substack: https://righttolife.substack.com/p/a-nation-applauds-but-what-are-we

Join the Walk for Life, a two-day journey along the South Coast from Kiama to Culburra Beach, as we pray for the protection of life at all stages.

Whether you walk the full two days, join for part of the journey, or come simply for the liturgies, your presence and prayers are a powerful witness.

From Kiama to Culburra, pilgrims are invited to walk, pray, and witness together across two days, with the option to join all or part of the journey, or simply take part in the liturgies.

𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝟐𝟐 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔
Mass 9.30am
15km walk, Kiama to Gerringong
Overnight adoration

𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝟐𝟑 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔
Mass 7.30am
24km walk, Gerringong to Culburra
Vigil Mass 5.30pm followed by dinner

Shuttle and support vehicles available. Please bring your own food and drink.

For 15 years, this pilgrimage has been faithfully organised by Sue Hill and Gabriella de Battista, in collaboration with Fr Chris Roberts, with the support of many dedicated families, individuals, and religious. We hope this becomes a well-known and significant event—drawing more people into this mission of life and mercy.

For more information: https://www.dow.org.au/events/walk-for-life-2026/