When life feels heavy, skies drawn low,
And every path feels hard to know,
A gentle “How are you?” can be
A hand held out across the sea.
It will not make every storm depart,
Or lift the clouds from someone’s heart—
But sitting with them through the rain
Can ease the weight, can soften pain.
So check in—not just today,
Let care be something we convey.
Ask “R U OK?” and listen through:
Together, we can see each other through.

Dr Sanjeev BANDI
#WorldMentalHealthDay #WMHD2026 #TogetherWeThrive

My Distinguished Gentleman's Drive
Sunday, 27th September 2026 — Mackay

From Richmond's quiet streets at dawn,
Where cane mills slept and birdsongs call,
The morning light came softly on —
A Sunday meant to hold us all.
At nine, the men assembled round —
No suits of armour, just bare hearts.
In loss and grief, we common found
The hardest roads, the gentlest starts.
Then engines woke from slumber past,
And my classic Mazda RX-5 lined up,
Where grief gave way to heartbeats
And wheels began their coastal hymn.
The Breakwater stood strong and wide,
The harbour's mouth, the open blue.
A gentleman tipped his hat to the sea
And set my course for something true.
Shoal Point — the fairest curve of shore,
Where children splashed and pelicans glided,
Where every wave seemed to restore
The peace that grief had set aside.
Then Eimeo — the headland's pride —
Where coral sea and green collided,
Where ocean stretched, wide and high,
And hearts were bathed in light at last.The Blue Lagoon, still and deep,
A mirror for the cloudless blue,
Where water sleeps and memories keep
Their place beside the old and true.
For this was always more than a drive.
The Distinguished Gentleman's road
Is grief made mobile, kept alive
By miles and men who shared the load.
The polish on the bonnet, the tear
Wiped quickly at the meeting's end,
Both said the same thing, loud and clear:
We grieve, we drive, we rise again.
From Richmond's dawn to Blue Lagoon,
From Evan Street to harbour's wall —
A Sunday stitched with loss and tune,
The bravest, gentlest drive of all.


Dr Sanjeev Bandi

15 Critical Minutes

Fifteen minutes, freely given—
Not a speech, but space to live
Inside the pause where pain can speak
To someone listening, week by week.
You knock on doors that stay closed long;
You sit with silence, wrongs, and song.
No perfect words are asked of you,
Only a heart that follows through.
You may not know the edge they near,
The fear they hide, the unseen tear—
But one compassionate call can be
The rope that leads them back to “we.”
Fifteen minutes may not cure,
But it can open, soft and sure,
A door where isolation fades—
And hope, at last, begins to wade.

Dr Sanjeev BANDI
Digital Champion & Mentor
CoderDojo - Mackay@Splitspaces
Clinical Advisor - UroAI®
CAPTAIN, MOV~ing Mackay Cricket Club* Movember Community Ambassador* Platinum Club Level 3 Member * 1 of 2 Diamond MO Award Winners in 2025* 1 of 2 Platinum Members of Movember Hall of Fame in Australia- https://mobro.co/sanjeevbandi #movember #menshealthmatters # mensmentalhealth #suicide #SuicidePrevention # WSPD2026 #ChangingtheNarrative

On the Road for the Ones We Love

This Sunday, the engines wake,
Polished chrome and morning light,
Dapper caps and vintage steel
Set the quiet towns alight.
Every mile becomes a promise,
Every turn a call to care—
For fathers, brothers, sons, and friends
Whose burdens we too often bear.
We drive not merely for the thrill,
Nor for the gleam of classic form,
But so a man might speak his fear,
And find a shelter in the storm.
Through winding roads and open skies,
The journey carries more than speed:
It carries hope to early tests,
To kinder words in time of need.
For Movember lifts the voices
That silence nearly stole away,
Funding research, care, and courage
For brighter, longer, healthier days.
So raise a hand, not just a glass;
Let every mile be proudly vowed.
See you on the road, good sir—
The cause is worth the journey now.

The Distinguished Gentleman’s Drive brings classic-car communities together to raise funds and awareness for prostate cancer and men’s mental health through Movember.

I will be proudly driving my vintage 1976 RX 5 13 B Ported who turned 50 last week through the streets of Mackay to support the efforts having already raised $26,095 already this year in my 19th Movember campaign individually and an amazing $ 792,949 since 2008 and $26,130 as a Team - MOV~ing Mackay Cricket Club and an incredible $ 1,080,449.16 since 2011-https://mobro.co/sanjeevbandi

A Poem for World Suicide Prevention Day

Out of the Shadows, We Walk
Today the shadows lift, though some still stay,
As footsteps gather, quiet, on the way.
Nine kilometres for the nine we lose—
Each step a promise, each breath a choice to choose
Hope over silence, connection over fear,
To hold the ones we love a little nearer here.
Behind each number is a name, a face,
A life once valued, held in love’s embrace.
For families, friends, for partners, carers too,
For colleagues, communities—this walk is for you.
We honour those we miss, we stand beside
The ones who walk through pain they cannot hide.
Through connection, compassion, hope we weave,
A net of care for all who struggle to believe
That morning comes again, that help is near,
That reaching out is brave, not something to fear.
We walk to break the stigma, open doors,
To say: your story matters, yours, and yours.
So lace your shoes, step out where light breaks through,
And walk for those who need a hand like you.
Together we can turn the tide, extend
A word, a call, a message: I’m your friend.
Out of the shadows, together we ascend—
Nine thousand steps toward a gentler end.

Dr Sanjeev BANDI
Digital Champion & Mentor
CoderDojo - Mackay@Splitspaces
Clinical Advisor - UroAI®
CAPTAIN, MOV~ing Mackay Cricket Club* Movember Community Ambassador* Platinum Club Level 3 Member * 1 of 2 Diamond MO Award Winners in 2025* 1 of 2 Platinum Members of Movember Hall of Fame in Australia- https://mobro.co/sanjeevbandi #movember #menshealthmatters # mensmentalhealth #suicide #SuicidePrevention

“R U OK ANY day?”

It is that time again—feeds fill with care,
With stories of struggle, of loss, of repair.
RU OK? Day meets World Suicide Prevention,
Two calls to connect, to heal, to mention.
Not just the ones we worry might fall,
But every friend, neighbour, co-worker, all.
“R U OK ANY day?”—the question takes root,
In kindness that listens, not cupcakes or loot.
Honour the lost, the survivors, the carers,
The voices once silenced, now brave declarers.
“Change the Narrative,” the theme for this year,
Replace fear and shame with compassion, not fear.
So check in with meaning, reach in, reach out,
Let storytelling spark what we are all about.
Together we shift, together we save—
One conversation can brighten a grave.

Dr Sanjeev BANDI

Reefside Triumph

At the Great Barrier Reef Arena, beneath a blazing sky,
The Aussies rose and made the rivals sigh.
By an innings and fifty-one, the verdict rang,
A golden day where Southern voices sang.
Mitchell Starc came storming through the heat,
With fire in his arm and thunder in his feet.
He bent the ball, he found the edge, he struck,
Turning every hopeful moment into luck.
The stumps lay scattered, the scoreboard told,
Of courage, pace, and nerves of steel and gold.
From reef to grandstand, cheers rolled like the sea—
A match-winning masterclass for all to see.
So raise a toast where coral colours run:
Australia’s finest job was neatly done.
An innings win, the margin bright and stark—
A Reefside triumph, lit by Mitchell Starc.

DR SANJEEV BANDI

Mackay Mayhem

At the Great Barrier Reef Arena,
Where the Queensland breezes blew,
Eighteen wickets tumbled
beneath a sky of blue.
Bangladesh were swept aside,
Just sixty-four on the board,
And Mitchell Starc turned lightning into a six-wicket sword.
Six for twelve in ten overs—
A spell of fire and flight,
With every ball a thunderclap
That split the morning light.
But Shoriful answered fiercely,
With courage, pace and guile:
Six for thirty-five in eleven—
He made the Aussies toil.
The wickets kept on falling,
The scoreboard swung and spun,
Yet Australia found a foothold
When the fading day was done.
A lead of one-oh-one now stands,
The Aussies hold the key;
But after eighteen wickets,
Who knows what dawn will see?
In Mackay’s first Test battle,
Where heroes rise and fall,
Day One belonged to Starc and Shoriful—
And griping test match cricket conquered all.

DR SANJEEV BANDI

The Tiger Hunt at Reef Arena

Beneath the Queensland sun, the Reef Arena gleams,
Where coral dreams and cricket schemes collide in summer beams.
The Tigers come from Dhaka’s plains, with fight in every stance,
But waiting in the Aussie heat: the left-arm tiger’s lance.
Starc strides in, a storm in green, the seam held high and proud,
The crowd holds breath as shadows stretch across the cheering crowd.
A whisper first, then sudden roar—the ball begins to swing,
Like reef-sharks slicing through the tide on silent, silver wing.
First blood to Shanto, clean and crisp, the edge finds Carey’s glove,
Then Taijul’s stumps are timbered back by pace they cannot remove.
The Tigers twitch, the scoreboard stalls, the pitch begins to talk,
As Starc, the hunter, marks his run along the boundary walk.
He does not need a jungle lair, his den is twenty yards,
His stripes are stitched in sweat and grit, his claws are leather-hard.
Each delivery a stalking step, each bouncer sets the trap,
Until the Tigers’ bravado breaks beneath the lightning clap.
Mackay’s breeze carries chants aloft, “Starc! Starc!” the voices call,
As wickets fall like coconuts in one relentless spell.
The Reef Arena echoes loud, a new Test myth is born,
Where tigers faced a fiercer cat beneath the northern morn.
And when the final stumps are drawn and Australia claims the day,
They will speak of how the left-arm king turned hunt into display.
Not in the wild, but on the turf, where courage meets the ball,
Mitchell Starc, the tiger-tamer, made the Great Barrier fall.

DR SANJEEV BANDI

“16 Seasons Strong — The MOV~ing Spirit in Mackay and Whitsundays”

From stubble to stories, from whispers to roars,
Sixteen campaigns for MOV~ing Mackay Cricket Club have opened new doors.
We Mo Bros stand tall, moustaches in flight,
With one dear Mo Sista shining in our champion’s light.
Together we have grown more than lip-bound hair,
We grew hope and courage beyond compare.
Each dollar we have raised is a promise, each smile a spark,
Lighting men’s wellness through mornings dark.
From Mackay’s greens to Movember’s stage,
We turned concern into timeless courage.
Eighty three thousand, one hundred and sixty six dollars in 2025,($ 83,166)
Raised not for glory—but care at the core.
Since twenty-eleven, unbeaten we reign,
Year after year, through grit and rain.
No trophy can measure the hearts we have inspired,
No scoreboard can capture how deeply we have wired.
So here is to the team—the legends, the crew,
Who remind the world what good men and a woman can do.
Sixteen seasons and still on the rise,
MOV~ing Mackay Cricket Club—where true spirit lies.

In 16 campaigns since 2011 we have raised an amazing one million, sixty eight thousand, seven hundred and thirty nine dollars and sixteen cents ($ 1,068,839.16) till the 21st of August 2026 with the unrelenting support of the caring communities of Mackay and Whitsundays.

DR SANJEEV BANDI

Sixteen seasons represent far more than an anniversary. They represent thousands of conversations, countless acts of generosity and an unwavering commitment to improving men’s health. They stand as a reminder that lasting change is rarely achieved through a single moment of inspiration; it is built year after year through consistency, integrity and collective purpose.

In an era where communities around the world seek authentic models of social impact, the story of MOV~ing Mackay Cricket Club offers a compelling lesson. Great movements do not always begin with grand ambitions. Sometimes they begin with a simple conversation, a shared commitment and the courage to grow a moustache for a cause that truly matters.

The campaign also reflects a broader shift in Australian society. Conversations surrounding men’s health have become increasingly open, replacing stigma with understanding and silence with support. Community-led initiatives such as MOV~ing Mackay Cricket Club demonstrate that sustainable change is driven not only by medical research and public policy, but also by local leadership, volunteerism and meaningful human connection.

As the campaign looks to the future, its vision extends well beyond fundraising. Emerging technologies, digital engagement, data-driven insights and innovative community partnerships present new opportunities to expand awareness, improve participation and strengthen long-term impact. By embracing innovation while preserving its community spirit, MOV~ing Mackay Cricket Club is well positioned to continue leading by example.

Leadership has played a defining role in this success. Under the guidance of Dr. Sanjeev Bandi, Captain of MOV~ing Mackay Cricket Club, the initiative has combined strategic vision with grassroots participation. As a Movember Community Ambassador, Digital Champion, Clinical Advisor to UroAI®, and recognised leader within the Movember community, Dr. Bandi has championed innovation while keeping the campaign firmly rooted in its community-first values.

Yet the true strength of MOV~ing Mackay Cricket Club lies far beyond any individual. Volunteers, donors, families, local businesses, sporting organisations and community partners have all contributed to a shared legacy built over more than a decade. Their collective efforts have transformed annual fundraising into an enduring movement that inspires participation across generations.

At the heart of this journey is a simple yet powerful belief: conversations save lives. Every moustache grown, every dollar donated, every event organised and every supporter engaged has contributed to raising awareness of some of the most significant health challenges facing men today—mental health, suicide prevention, prostate cancer and testicular cancer.

Over sixteen campaigns, the caring communities of Mackay and the Whitsundays have helped raise more than A$1 million in support of the Movember Foundation. More importantly, they have fostered a culture in which compassion, resilience and openness are celebrated alongside sporting excellence. The campaign has become a symbol of what can be achieved when a community chooses purpose over publicity and impact over recognition.

Sixteen Seasons Strong: One Community, One Mission, One Million Reasons to Care

How MOV~ing Mackay Cricket Club transformed a local sporting tradition into one of Australia’s most inspiring community-led men’s health movements.

For sixteen consecutive Movember campaigns, the members of MOV~ing Mackay Cricket Club have demonstrated that genuine leadership is measured not only by victories on the cricket field, but by the lives touched beyond it. What began in 2011 as a local fundraising initiative has evolved into a remarkable example of sustained community commitment, proving that ordinary people working together can create extraordinary social impact.

Growing Mo’s.
Building Hope.
Inspiring Communities.
Changing Lives.

Dr

MOV~ing Spirit in Mackay and Whitsundays”

From stubble to stories, from whispers to roars,
Sixteen campaigns for MOV~ing Mackay Cricket Club have opened new doors.
We Mo Bros stand tall, moustaches in flight,
With one dear Mo Sista shining in our champion’s light.
Together we have grown more than lip-bound hair,
We grew hope and courage beyond compare.
Each dollar we have raised is a promise, each smile a spark,
Lighting men’s wellness through mornings dark.
From Mackay’s greens to Movember’s stage,
We turned concern into timeless courage.
Eighty three thousand, one hundred and sixty six dollars in 2025,($ 83,166)
Raised not for glory—but care at the core.
Since twenty-eleven, unbeaten we reign,
Year after year, through grit and rain.
No trophy can measure the hearts we have inspired,
No scoreboard can capture how deeply we have wired.
So here is to the team—the legends, the crew,
Who remind the world what good men and a woman can do.
Sixteen seasons and still on the rise,
MOV~ing Mackay Cricket Club—where true spirit lies.
In 16 campaigns since 2011 we have raised an amazing one million, fifty nine thousand, one hundred and ninety four dollars and sixteen cents ($ 1,059,194.16) with the unrelenting support of the caring communities of Mackay and Whitsundays.

DR SANJEEV BANDI
Digital Champion & Mentor
CoderDojo - Mackay @
Clinical Advisor - UroAI®
CAPTAIN, MOV~ing Mackay Cricket Club* Movember Community Ambassador* Platinum Club Level 3 Member * 1 of 2 Diamond MO Award Winners in 2025* 1 of 2 Platinum Members of Movember Hall of Fame in Australia
https://mobro.co/sanjeevbandi

MOstslgia Winter Collection and Scrubs for health professionals 28th June 2026 At the Live Lounge, 104 Victoria Street, Mackay Qld 4740.

In Mackay’s glow in the evening at four o’clock ,
Where winter threads and purpose walk,
A runway hummed with quiet might,
At Live Lounge bathed in softened light.
MOstagia’s winter breath unfolded,
In woven blues and whispered golds,
But more than fabric, seam, or style,
It carried truth down every aisle.
For Dr. Sanjeev Bandi’s vision stood,
Not stitched in cloth, but caring hands,
A call that echoed, firm yet kind,
To tend the body and the mind.
Movember’s shadow, brave and clear,
Broke through the silence men may fear,
Each step a voice, each turn a plea,
For strength in shared vulnerability.
And there—beyond the tailored art,
A different thread, a healer’s heart:
Scrubs reimagined, bold, refined,
Where care and craft are intertwined.
No longer bound to sterile white,
They strode with colour, form, and light,
A tribute to those who daily stand
Between frail breath and steady hand.
So let the runway speak its truth—
Of health, of courage, timeless youth,
Where fashion met a deeper call:
To care, to heal, to stand for all.

A thanks to the 3 generous donors who procured a Scrub sent each( 2) and a gentleman who picked a retro themed pure wool double breasted jacket from my MOstalgia Winter Collection

Dr SANJEEV BANDI
CAPTAIN, MOV~ing Mackay Cricket Club* Movember Community Ambassador* Platinum Club Level 3 Member * 1 of 2 Diamond MO Award Winners in 2025* 1 of 2 Platinum Members of Movember Hall of Fame in Australia
https://mobro.co/sanjeevbandi

“16 Seasons Strong — The MOV~ing Spirit in Mackay and Whitsundays”

From stubble to stories, from whispers to roars,
Sixteen campaigns for MOV~ing Mackay Cricket Club have opened new doors.
We Mo Bros stand tall, moustaches in flight,
With one dear Mo Sista shining in our champion’s light.
Together we have grown more than lip-bound hair,
We grew hope and courage beyond compare.
Each dollar we have raised is a promise, each smile a spark,
Lighting men’s wellness through mornings dark.
From Mackay’s greens to Movember’s stage,
We turned concern into timeless courage.
Eighty three thousand, one hundred and sixty six dollars in 2025,($ 83,166)
Raised not for glory—but care at the core.
Since twenty-eleven, unbeaten we reign,
Year after year, through grit and rain.
No trophy can measure the hearts we have inspired,
No scoreboard can capture how deeply we have wired.
So here is to the team—the legends, the crew,
Who remind the world what good men and a woman can do.
Sixteen seasons and still on the rise,
MOV~ing Mackay Cricket Club—where true spirit lies.
In 16 campaigns since 2011 we have raised an amazing one million, fifty seven thousand, nine hundred and eighty four dollars and sixteen cents ($ 1,057,984.16 ) with the unrelenting support of the caring communities of Mackay and Whitsundays.

DR SANJEEV BANDI

Nineteen Seasons of Giving

Nineteen Movembers have come and to town,
Each marked by faces, hope freshly drawn.
From cane fields to islands kissed by sea,
A brotherhood grew — bold, kind, and free.
Mackay stood first, with open hand,
Turning small acts to something grand.
A raffle, a ride, a friendly shave,
Each gesture a ripple, each dollar brave.
The Whitsundays shone their golden hue,
Where hearts beat steady, strong, and true.
Tradesmen, teachers, mates at the bar —
Each moustache told who we truly are.
Through laughter and tears, through loss and cheer,
They gave not just money, but meaning each year.
For men’s health, for fathers, for sons yet to be,
They built a bridge across land and sea.
Now nineteen years stand like waves in a row,
Each crest a story, each trough a glow.
And through it all, their kindness remains —
The pulse of these towns in generous veins.
So here is to the people who have never said NO,
Who light up Movember with courage and show
That giving, like living, is better when shared —
Mackay and Whitsundays — forever you cared.

DR SANJEEV BANDI