Pack Australia is more than a walking and running club—it’s a movement. It stands for women’s right to feel safe outdoors. This local initiative unites women, giving them the confidence to reclaim public spaces through strength, community, and shared purpose.
For too long, women have adjusted their routines out of fear. Many avoid certain streets, grip their keys between their fingers, and hesitate before stepping outside alone. Pack Australia is changing that.
A Disturbing Incident Sparks Change
On 4 January 2025, a woman’s midday walk turned into a nightmare. An unidentified offender—dressed, ironically, as Spider-Man—attacked her in broad daylight at a park on Eatons Crossing Road, Eatons Hill.
The news shocked some, but for many women, it felt all too familiar. Another reminder that public spaces don’t always feel safe. This incident became the catalyst for Pack Australia.
From Fear to Freedom: The Birth of Pack Australia
Local mother-of-two Jamie Steinmuller couldn’t ignore what had happened. Like many women, she had long accepted that walking alone at night wasn’t an option.
“I can’t remember the last time I walked at night,” Jamie says. She wanted to change that—not just for herself but for every woman in the community.
So, she founded Pack Australia. What started as a simple idea quickly became a powerful movement, bringing women together to walk, run, and connect without fear.
Creating a Safer Community, One Walk at a Time
Pack Australia believes in safety in numbers. The group offers three different activities, ensuring women of all ages and fitness levels can participate.
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-The Walk Club: A 1.5km Saturday morning stroll through Sergent Reserve, Eatons Hill, finishing with coffee at Whisk & Grind.
-The Run Club: A sub-3km Sunday morning run, starting at Lemke Park, looping through Tom Simpson Park, and ending at Molten Toffee in Albany Creek.
-The Wind Down Club: A gentle evening walk on Wednesdays, covering 500m to 1km in Lemke Park, giving women a safe, supportive space to enjoy the fresh night air.
Aside from being exercise sessions—they’re a quiet but powerful stand against fear.Every step with Pack Australia sends a message: women belong in public spaces.
The response has been incredible. Women who once avoided walking alone now move through their communities with confidence, support, and peace of mind.
Reclaiming Public Spaces—Together
This movement isn’t just about exercise—it’s about changing the culture. Every walk, every run, and every moment of solidarity brings us closer to a future where women feel safe everywhere, at all times.
If you want to join a morning run, a social stroll, or simply be part of something bigger—Pack Australia welcomes you.
Join the Movement. Walk, Run, and Reclaim the Streets.
Register for free via the Pack Australia website, or follow along on Instagram: @pack.australia.
Published 18-Feb-2025