The Big Dig 2025: A record-breaking year for youth mental health

The Big Dig 2025

On behalf of everyone at ECA WA, we want to extend a huge thank you to everyone who supported The Big Dig 2025!

Whether you donated, signed up to dig, provided equipment, supported on the day, or sponsored the event, every contribution made a meaningful impact on youth mental health programs across Western Australia.

Once again, Goran led an inspiring event that brought the industry together in a special way. With the support of his incredible team and contributors, this year’s Big Dig highlighted the strength of the industry uniting for a common cause. We are proud to be part of such an important initiative.

Highlights from The Big Dig 2025 include:

⭐ Record number of diggers

⭐ Record number of teams

⭐ Record number of sponsors

⭐ Record number of trenches dug

⭐ Record number of families and visitors

⭐ Record amount raised so far – $157,000+

Every dollar raised will support the work of zero2hero in empowering young people across Western Australia through preventative youth mental health education programs. This year has been a record year of impact, and thanks to The Big Dig, this vital work can continue at an unprecedented level.

Congratulations to everyone who participated across the 24 hours. Your dedication and effort were truly inspiring!

The Big Dig Raffle

Thanks to WATM Equipment and Dowsing, a SANY sy16c Mini Excavator valued at over $25,000 is up for grabs.

Every $100 ticket purchased enters the draw to win this incredible prize, with all proceeds supporting The Big Dig’s fundraising for zero2hero.

Click here for more information or to purchase tickets.

Thank you to everyone in the industry who supported The Big Dig 2025, your efforts are making a real difference in youth mental health across WA.

Stay tuned for the official The Big Dig 2025 video, coming soon!

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