Help me support kids in need (and beat a world champion in my fundraising!)
I have signed up again to push myself to the limit riding 1000km over hilly terrain - probably with rain - all to support children and families. The ventilators we are hoping to fund will support newborns and children with crticial illness at Monash Children's Hospital as we care for them. As they recover, we hope they will be brightened up by the Starlight Captains. I may not be fast enough to beat Grace Brown (ITT gold medallist and world champion 2024) but I hope to beat her in fundraising. Please donate to support me in my quest.My Activity Tracking
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My target 2000kms
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I have arrived at the start line
Flew in to Auckland yesterday and my bike arrived with me. Had dinner with another paediatrician last night and trying to adjust to the two hour time difference with a ride in the gym today. Waiting for the rest of the team to arrive and get our bikes reassembled this afternoon before the final safety briefing tonight.I am still short of my fundraising target so will put out some reminder please or you can donate again. CHildren and families are relying on us - dig deep please.
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Less than 2 weeks to go - I need your help
I've been doing the training, serviced my bike and now getting down to the final preparations. The whole purpose of this ride is to raise much needed funds for our charity partners though. I need your help to dig deep and donate. At Monash Children's Hospital, we have the expertise to save lives but need the best equipment to optimise that care. This year we are raising funds for ventilators in our intensive care units and also for the rare children who need a home ventilator. Please donate and spread the word to others so that we can achieve our dream of saving more lives. Share
First generous donation (from a potential future CFO)
This week, an enterprisig 11yo patient decided to charge $5 every time a doctor listened to his chest. It was wonderful to see him looking better and go home today. He loves soccer but I told him about my Chain Reaction Challenge. Fortunately he didn't need a ventilator or intensive care during his hospital stay but his family donated the $380 to my fundraising page. I am humbled and blessed by the families I meet. Thank you.(I would happily support his application to become our future "Chief Financial Officer" at Monash Health)
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Let the training begin
This week, the early morning starts on Tuesday and Thrusday with other CR riders began. It was wonderful to learn from our coach BJ again and meet both new and past riders again.
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Thank You To My Donors
Leggett
Thanks for helping David in November 2024. The NZ ride looks tough but definitely doable with enough training.
$379.80
Olivier Petitpierre
You smashed it last year, you'll smash it again this year... Well done Cathy, you are an inspiration. I can't wait to catch your wheel again next year.
$312.90
Alice Stewart
Go Cathy! You are training so hard and are going to smash those hills and kms even more this year. What an inspiration and thank you for all that you are doing for MCH. Have fun!!!!
$250
Robert Frost
$211
Tim & Jackie Blomfield
Cathy, sounds like you're on track for a great ride for a fabulous cause. Enjoy and all the best!
$211
Andy Roberts
Great effort ⭐️
$211
Harriet Hiscock
So impressed- go Cathy!!!
$206.20
Stephen Opat
Good luck Remember to stay upright!
$200
Tony Hudson
Thanks for your dedication to this great cause, Cathy. Enjoy your training and the ride and the great outcomes from your fundraising.
$200
Jayne Rafferty
Well done Cathy for signing up for a second year in a row for this great ride and to raise these crucial funds for MCH! I’ll be cheering for you every pedal stroke of the way! You’ve done the training and I can’t wait to see it pay off for you!
$158.25
Joyce And Ian Aufflick
All the best Kathy - we'll enjoy watching you from our comfy seats!
$126.62
Catalano
Smashing it !
$110
Jackie Davies
So great Cathy. Look forward to following your ride and such a worthy cause. Clear skies and tail winds all the way.
$106.12
Paul Machet
Good luck!!
$106.12
David Dart
Hi Cathy I hope you surpass your goal and remain safe and sound. Congratulations on taking the initiative Cheers David
$106.12
Daniela Say
Good luck with the ride Cathy. You're amazing!
$106.12
Yu Wu
Go Cathy! Safe ride.
$106.12
Sarada Golivi
Good luck Cathy. That’s truly an inspiring cause and what a great effort to achieve it!
$106.12
Rija Khanal
Go Cathy! Wishing you a great and safe ride :) amazed at your pedaling power!!!
$106.12
Lil
Great to see you oout on the road again Cathy - thanks for supporting MCH - ride safely. Lil
$106.12
Debbie Shiell
Good luck Cathy! Always inspired by your passion!
$106.12
Felicity
Ride like the wind!
$106.12
Scott
Go Cathy!
$106.12
Kym Forrest
Have a great ride Cathy .
$106.12
Kelly Brough
All of you at Monash Childrens are so inspiring! Thank you for all that you do for our kids. I am hoping for dry and beautidul weather for you all. Good luck!!
$106.12
Nicole
Good luck Cathy!
$106.12
Jen Forsyth
Best wishes for a great ride Cathy, you’ve got this!!
$106.12
Phillip Rosengarten
Great riding Cathy You’re a legend
$106.12
Cheryl & Tony
Wow Cathy, you are amazing!!! Happy Peddling!! Enjoy the scenery as you ride by ! We are in awe of all that you do !!
$106.12
Deborah Cheung
Always an inspiration to us all- stay safe on your ride & we’ll meet again in melb. Attagirl!
$106.12
Sunit Matha
Go Cathy! Your dedication to this ride is as strong as your commitment to our little patients. Wishing you tailwinds, smooth roads, and just the right amount of caffeine to power through! Every pedal stroke brings us closer to better care for kids—cheering you on all the way
$106.12
Chris Pappas
Go Cathy!
$106.12
Dion Rudzki
Great cause Cathy. So pleased to get behind you on this epic challenge. Go well!
$106.12
Sue & Colin Kemp
Sensational effort. Good luck and safe riding
$106.12
Julia Oxley
Cathy, wishing you safe travels and good weather on your mission.
$105.50
Pip Murphy
Good luck!!! You are a star!
$105.50
Kate Thomson Bowe
Good luck and have fun Cathy! What a marvelous thing you are doing.
$103.72
Meredith
You area super star Cathy
$100
Flora Wong
Have a great ride Cathy :))
$100
Helga Svendsen
$100
Annie Moulden
$100
Angela Mccullagh
Good luck Cathy! I hope you have a wonderful time cycling NZ for a great cause.
$54.12
Anonymous
You’ve done the work, now enjoy the ride
$54.12
Louise Joyce
Good work Cathy, will be cheering for you
$54.12
Sarah Jame
Have a wonderful ride!
$54.12
John Mackley
Go Cathy; your training has been stupendous: well done!
$54.12
Jeremy C
$54.12
Christina Fong
Go Cathy Go
$54.12
Vino Dinesh
Good luck to you Cathy!!!
$54.12
Heather Davis
Go Cathy!
$54.12
Sarah Arachchi
All the best Cathy!
$54.12
Baird
Good luck Cathy, you’re a star ⭐️
$54.12
Sarah Bright
$54.12
Simon G
Amazing Cathy, so inspirational!
$52.92
Caroline
Congratulations Cathy. A huge commitment to making a difference. 👏
$52.75
Talia
Go Cathy! What an inspirational adventure!! Ride safely and enjoy every kilometre!!
$50
Martha Santolin
Good luck!!! Hope it's not as wet as last year!!
$27.81
Paul Rosham
Best of luck on the ride Cathy. It’s been a great pleasure training with you!!
$22.58
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