Step Up For Road Safety
Taking part in the Step Up for Road Safety challenge during Rural Road Safety Month with the Australian Road Safety Foundation was a powerful way for Eyes on the Road for Koby to continue raising awareness and honouring Koby’s memory.
As part of the challenge, we set ourselves the goal of climbing a flight of 47 stairs, 200 times—totalling 8,400 steps. It was physically demanding, but every step carried purpose. It symbolised the ongoing effort needed to create safer roads, especially in rural communities where road trauma continues to have a devastating impact.
What made this experience even more meaningful was the support from Eagle Point Primary School. Throughout Rural Road Safety Month, students took part by climbing steps every minute of every school day, showing incredible enthusiasm and commitment to the cause. Seeing young people actively engage in such an important message was both inspiring and hopeful.
As a family, we also took the opportunity to complete some of the days through hikes, exploring our beautiful country together. These moments were special, filled with reflection and connection—but there was always a quiet reminder that someone was missing. Koby was with us in every step, even if he wasn’t physically there.
To finish the challenge, our final 10 flights of stairs became a community moment. Friends, family, and supporters came together to cheer us on, followed by a BBQ in honour of Koby. It was a meaningful way to close out the challenge—surrounded by people who continue to support us and share in our mission.
Participating in this challenge was more than just a physical goal. It was about raising awareness, bringing people together, and continuing to share Koby’s story in a way that encourages safer choices on our roads.