Free Shane Warne Legacy health checks are being provided at the Royal Geelong Show (16 – 19 October 2025) for locals to get a quick read on their health.
The Shane Warne Legacy (SWL) and Diabetes Australia have partnered to provide access to Sisu Health Stations at the Show.
Support for free health checks is part of Diabetes Australia’s ongoing commitment to the prevention of type 2 diabetes and its complications.
Over the past year health checks have been provided at events around the country, including the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne and the AFL Gather Round in Adelaide, reaching tens of thousands of Australians.
Diabetes Australia and the Shane Warne Legacy are working to ensure that as many people as possible have access to valuable information about their health.
These checks, offered through free SiSU Health Stations, assess risk factors for heart disease and type 2 diabetes, including blood pressure, and heart health.
Diabetes Australia Group CEO Justine Cain is encouraging people attending the show to take advantage of this opportunity to get on-the-spot results.
“Diabetes Australia together with the Shane Warne Legacy will be here every day of the Show, so come over to the stand and check on your health.
“Our health is so important, and people living with diabetes are twice as likely to develop heart disease or have a stroke.”
“There are 1.3 million Australians living with type 2 diabetes and we estimate another 500,000 are living with it but aren’t diagnosed.
“While not all diabetes can be prevented and some people are at higher risk due to genetic factors, or family history, we know that 58 percent of type 2 diabetes cases could be prevented or delayed. For that to happen, early detection of risk is critical.
“The great thing about the Shane Warne Legacy health checks is they are free, quick and self-serve – and they give people a baseline health assessment that can help start a conversation with their health professional,” Ms Cain said.
The Shane Warne Legacy CEO Helen Nolan said the Shane Warne Legacy Health Checks have proven that it’s not only possible but vital to bring healthcare directly to where people are.
“When the right technology and partnerships come together, lives can be changed in minutes. Thanks to our health partner, Diabetes Australia, we’re proud to offer these -Shane Warne Legacy health checks free to the public at this year’s Geelong Show. The health checks are now evolving into a groundbreaking model for nationwide health intervention, with over 365,000 Shane Warne Legacy Health Checks delivered since we started in late 2023.”
Jackson Warne said “I am incredibly proud that the Shane Warne Legacy is partnering with Diabetes Australia to provide an important health initiative at the Geelong Show. This collaboration embodies my dad’s values in supporting individuals and the community, and I know he would be genuinely excited to see such an impactful program come to fruition.
“These screenings are not just about checking your health; they’re an opportunity to take proactive steps towards a healthier future, which countless people have done since Dad has passed. Dad would have wholeheartedly supported this initiative, urging everyone to take advantage of these complimentary services. See you at the show!” Mr Warne said.
The free health checks will be available at the Royal Geelong Show from 16-19 October and visitors to the stand will be able access information about prevention of type 2 diabetes and prevention of complications.
People at risk of type 2 diabetes can access free information and referral services by calling 1800PREVENT (type 2 diabetes) or visiting
https://www.diabetesaustralia.com.au/prevention/1800prevent/
Callers to 1800PREVENT (type 2 diabetes) speak with a Diabetes Australia staff member who supports them in navigating health information services. Where appropriate, callers are given information about existing government-funded programs delivered by respected health organisations in their state or territory.
About Diabetes Australia
Diabetes Australia is the national organisation supporting all people living with or at risk of diabetes. We put people first. We work in collaboration with member organisations, consumers, health professionals, state-based organisations, researchers and the community.
For more information visit: www.diabetesaustralia.com.au
