Legless and Blind Coming to MurraylandsLegless and Blind Coming to Murraylands Mike Rolls and Ben Pettingill, the duo known as Legless and Blind, are embarking on a regional tour, including a stop at the Murray Bridge Club on August 18. These remarkable friends, who have faced their own mental health challenges, share their experiences to encourage resilience and well-being. Mike lost his legs to meningococcal disease, while Ben lost nearly all of his vision overnight. Mates on a Mission Program Their tour, organized by the Australian charity Skiing for Life, aims to promote mental health in rural and regional communities. Both Mike and Ben understand the struggles faced by those going through tough times. Impactful Sessions Their inspiring stories, humor, and emphasis on self-care create a powerful and relatable session that benefits all attendees. Regional Tour Dates In addition to Murray Bridge, Legless and Blind will visit: * Unity College and Jervois Football/Netball Club (August 15) * Coomandook Area School and Malinong Hall (August 16) * Murray Bridge Secondary School (August 19) * Mannum Community College and Mannum Football and Netball Club (August 20) * Karoonda Area School and Karoonda Bowling Club (August 21) * Lameroo Regional Community School and Southern Mallee Suns sports club (August 22) Support Murray Bridge News Stories shape our communities. Subscribe to Murray Bridge News today to stay informed and connected.
Mike and Ben are looking forward to visiting the Murray and Mallee regions in August. Photo: Legless and Blind/Facebook
Mike Rolls and Ben Pettingill, aka Legless and Blind, are coming to the Murraylands.
They are down-to-earth, great friends who love to laugh, but also know how to talk about things that are often otherwise avoided.
The pair will visit the Murray Bridge Club on Sunday, August 18, along with 11 other destinations on a regional tour.
The Mates on a Mission Program is an initiative that aims to have a positive impact on communities.
Both men know from personal experience what it is like to go through difficult times and struggle with your mental health.
Mr Rolls contracted meningococcal disease at the age of 18, which cost him his legs, while Mr Pettingill lost 98 per cent of his vision overnight at the age of 16.
The program is hosted by Skiing for lifea South Australian charity dedicated to promoting mental health, wellbeing and suicide prevention in rural and regional Australia.
The two incredible stories, the few jokes and the importance of taking care of yourself and your friends make for a good session that everyone can benefit from.
Their other dates are:
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Thursday August 15: Unity College and Jervois Football/Netball Club
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Friday August 16: Coomandook Area School and Malinong Hall (Men’s Night)
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Monday August 19: Murray Bridge Secondary School
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Tuesday August 20: Mannum Community College and Mannum Football and Netball Club
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Wednesday August 21: Karoonda Area School and Karoonda Bowling Club
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Thursday August 22: Lameroo Regional Community School and Southern Mallee Suns sports club
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