10 July 2026
North Harrisdale Primary dressed in blue for Do it for Dolly Day, a powerful display of unity, standing up against bullying and raising awareness for mental health.
North Harrisdale Primary School students raised money for Do it for Dolly Day.
Do it for Dolly Day is a nationwide initiative, remembering Dolly Everett who tragically lost her life because of bullying in 2018. School staff and students raised $670 for Dolly’s Dream, wearing blue in solidarity.
They also painted two trees located on the school grounds blue, as part of the Blue Tree Project in memory of the loss of a young farmer to suicide, acting as a permanent and vibrant symbol of connection and awareness.
Teachers reflected on the day and discussed the impacts with students.
“It started a lot of conversation around why do we colour it blue? And what’s the meaning of this colour?’’ a staff member said.
“It makes me reflect on my presence as a teacher and what I can continue to do to ensure all my students feel safe, acknowledged and have a safe space to talk openly about how they are feeling.’’
Together students and staff painted two trees blue for the Blue Tree Project.
The two blue trees on the North Harrisdale Primary School grounds will remind all who pass them that conversations about mental health are important and help is always available.
The school’s principal, Jacqui O'Donnell, said Do It for Dolly Day serves as a moment to pause, reflect and look out for one another.
“It teaches our children that advocacy is something you do, not just something you talk about,’’ she said.
“Showing up in blue, making a donation, and painting a tree are acts of solidarity that matter.’’
Donations to Dolly’s Dream and the Blue Tree Project help create more educated, safe communities and fund mental health awareness.
Find out more or donate to Dolly’s Dream through its website.
Find out more or donate to the Blue Tree Project through its website.