Dustyn Rodgers is a Ballarat local and business owner who loves bringing people together through community, fitness and fun. When the opportunity came up to be part of Dancing With Our Stars, he couldn’t say no, especially when it meant stepping outside his comfort zone for a great cause.

Dustyn is proud to be representing Hand in Hand Ballarat - a grassroots, volunteer-led initiative raising vital funds and awareness of youth mental health in our local community. Being able to raise funds for such an important organisation in Ballarat means a lot to him.

What excites him most about DWOS 2026 is being part of an event that brings the community together while supporting local people who need it most. His biggest challenge will definitely be the dancing itself, as he has absolutely no dance experience, but he’s ready to give it a crack.

Dustyn doesn’t take life too seriously and is known for enjoying a laugh, messing around and bringing a bit of fun to everything he does. He’s incredibly grateful for any support or donations along the way and hopes to raise as much as possible to help make a real difference in our local community.