Help me support kids in need

In November 2022, our world was turned upside down when our 3-year-old daughter, Lexi, was diagnosed with cancer in her kidney. For the next 18 months, we spent countless days and nights in and out of the hospital, facing challenges we never imagined.

 

Throughout this difficult journey, the Starlight Express Room at the Royal Children’s Hospital was often the only source of joy for Lexi and our family. This incredible space has provided much-needed relief and happiness during some of our darkest times. The job of the Starlight Captains is to take away all the worries and fears of sick children, and put them back in control….with a simple objective – HAVING FUN!

 

We are thrilled to share that Lexi is now through the worst of her treatment and has a very positive prognosis for a happy and healthy life.

 

I am raising funds to support the Starlight Childrens Foundation and the Monash Children’s Hospital so that other families can experience the same comfort and joy that we did. Your generosity can make a world of difference. Thank you for your support!

 

I'm taking on an extraordinary cycling challenge with Chain Reaction. Over just 7 days, I'll be covering an impressive 1,000 kilometres as part of the 2025 Chain Reaction Challenge in the North Island of New Zealand. My personal fundraising goal is $15000.

I will be captaining the Starlight team in this year's challenge, and I can't wait to hit the road with my fellow riders over the ditch!

For the past 17 years, Chain Reaction Challenge Foundation has been raising funds to support children's charities through corporate cycling challenges. Through their efforts, they’ve already helped over 60 children's charities and raised an impressive $43 million to support kids in need.

 

ABOUT THE CHARITIES IM SUPPORTING

Monash Children’s Hospital is one of the busiest pediatric healthcare services in Australia who care for more than 100,000 children every year. They are one of only two major tertiary children’s healthcare services in Victoria. They care for children and young people at their main site co-located with Monash Medical Centre in Clayton, with satellite services at Casey Hospital and Dandenong Hospital. They provide leading pediatric services in Rehabilitation, Oncology, Pediatric Intensive Care and Palliative Care.

Starlight Children's Foundation know that happiness matters to sick kids facing the pain, fear and stress of serious illness. Starlight helps kids of all ages regardless of disability, injury or illness because what happens in childhood lasts a lifetime. Starlight works in partnership with health professionals to provide the happiness, play and creativity that helps to boost sick kids’ health and wellbeing.

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Please help me support kids in need

In November 2022, our world was turned upside down when our 3-year-old daughter, Lexi, was diagnosed with cancer in her kidney. For the next 18 months, we spent countless days and nights in and out of the hospital, facing challenges we never imagined.

 

Throughout this difficult journey, the Starlight Express Room at the Royal Children’s Hospital was often the only source of joy for Lexi and our family. This incredible space has provided much-needed relief and happiness during some of our darkest times. The job of the Starlight Captains is to take away all the worries and fears of sick children, and put them back in control….with a simple objective – HAVING FUN!

 

We are thrilled to share that Lexi is now through the worst of her treatment and has a very positive prognosis for a happy and healthy life.

 

I am raising funds to support the Starlight Childrens Foundation and the Monash Children’s Hospital so that other families can experience the same comfort and joy that we did. Your generosity can make a world of difference. Thank you for your support!

 

I'm taking on an extraordinary cycling challenge with Chain Reaction. Over just 7 days, I'll be covering an impressive 1,000 kilometres as part of the 2025 Chain Reaction Challenge in the North Island of New Zealand. My personal fundraising goal is $15000.

 

For the past 17 years, Chain Reaction Challenge Foundation has been raising funds to support children's charities through corporate cycling challenges. Through their efforts, they’ve already helped over 60 children's charities and raised an impressive $43 million to support kids in need.

 

ABOUT THE CHARITIES IM SUPPORTING

Monash Children’s Hospital is one of the busiest pediatric healthcare services in Australia who care for more than 100,000 children every year. They are one of only two major tertiary children’s healthcare services in Victoria. They care for children and young people at their main site co-located with Monash Medical Centre in Clayton, with satellite services at Casey Hospital and Dandenong Hospital. They provide leading pediatric services in Rehabilitation, Oncology, Pediatric Intensive Care and Palliative Care.

Starlight Children's Foundation know that happiness matters to sick kids facing the pain, fear and stress of serious illness. Starlight helps kids of all ages regardless of disability, injury or illness because what happens in childhood lasts a lifetime. Starlight works in partnership with health professionals to provide the happiness, play and creativity that helps to boost sick kids’ health and wellbeing.

Thank You To My Donors

Community Bank Seddon

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Community Bank Seddon

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Danny Crawford

Hi Evan and family - big love from the Crawfords. Will be cheering you on for what is a fantastic cause. You are all an inspiration and we look forward to hearing of the progress. Hopefully grab some beers in the near future. Danny, Kate, Edith, Margot and Harriet xxxx

$312.90

Esther Colwill

Good Luck!

$263.75

Graeme Bricknell

Nice work Evan, Good luck on the ride...some nice hills to attack on the coromandel!

$211

Andrew Fitzwater

Well done Ev on making a difference. All the best for the ride.

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Melanie Day

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Jan And Geoff Miller

So good you continue to pay forward. xxx

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Michael And Vicky Tregonning

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Colin Chadwick

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Barb And David Emblin

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Deanne Barbary

Dear Ev, you continue to inspire us every day with your dedication to this incredible cause. From Dee, Jason, Madison and Boston.

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Dave Rossi

Ride strong Evan.

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Be

Good luck, Evan!

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Martin Telford

Good luck Ev, may the sun be on your face and the wind at your back. Great cause and hope Lexi is going well.

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Anthony Mallinger

Great cause. You are one of the greats and an inspirational Dad. Best of luck good chap.

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Sophie Kolatchew

Evan, I remember you from the Melbourne office years ago (I’m with KF in Brisbane now). I have little kids now too - I can’t imagine how challenging and heartbreaking this has been for your family (but great to hear Lexi is doing well). Congrats on your fundraising efforts to date, and best wishes for the ride!

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Winsome Lunn

You are amazing Evan! Good luck.

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Kevin Bailey

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Roslyn Martin

Your a legend Ev! So many walk away after life threating treatment and say 'now it my time' ... you haven't you are still riding so others have it better than you. Kudos Ev.

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Marcus Grose

Good luck Ev and great cause.

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Amber Steinwede

Such a great cause Ev, good on you! Happy Peddling and I hope you have some of those comfy pants ;)

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Bridie Butcher

Ev you are an inspiration and wishing you all the best with your challenge in New Zealand, what an experience that will be, and you will success with flying colours! So wonderful Lexi is doing well!! Wishing you all the best! x

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Amy Miller

Love your work!

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Allaina & Jigsaw People Solutions Team

Amazing work Evan and team and the starlight foundation Australia. Absolutely amazing. Good luck to you all.

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Skye Simic

What an amazing cause Evan. Wishing you all the best on your cycle next year!

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Adam Buxton

Best of luck Evan :)

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Tim Clark On Behalf Of Dr Vincent Clark Archaeology & Heritage

Such a fantastic cause, well done mate. I have a 3-year-old daughter and can't imagine the heart ache of having to go through what you and your family have endured. Lexi and your family's resilience is inspirational, ride well!

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Denise Lau

All the best for leading another successful ride Ev! What a great cause

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Carlo Pagano

Thats all that matters 🙏🏻

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Mithran Doraisamy

Well done again Evan

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Benne Barcelona

All the best Ev! Kia kaha!

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Tom Christie

Great cause and best of luck Evan. Everyone is immensely proud of you .

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Carmen De Oliveira

Best of luck Evan!

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Pam Allan

Your dedication and strength is truly inspiring Evan, Congrats on your fundraising efforts. We'll be cheering you on from afar and wishing you a safe and successful ride.

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Deborah

AMAZING effort for and AMAZING cause - we are supporting you from afar and wish you all the best…For Lex and other courageous children like her 🌸

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Andy

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Marcus Morley

Top effort Evan, and amazing cause !!

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Christina Eyton

Good luck Evan, we will be cheering you on!

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Ricky Phare

Good luck Millsy, the natural beauty of New Zealand hopefully will make the k's fly by.

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Betty Nguyen

You are amazing Ev!!

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Josephine Hunter

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Bruce Miller

Go for it Evan.

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Kathryn Graham

I’m forever amazed by your little warrior and her story. Thank you for all that you continue to do for others. Good luck on the ride - I look forward to seeing updates and hearing all about it

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Nikitha Oommen

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Garth Turnbull

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Adriana Gallagher

What a great cause Evan xx

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Caitlin Pang

A great cause Evan. All the very best to Lexi.

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Lakshmi

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Brooke Mcdonald

Such a champion Evan and I am so happy to support you and this worthwhile cause which is so close your you and your families' hearts. I'll be cheering you on!

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Dani

I wish Lexi all the best with her recovery. What an amazing strong little girl. Both these charities are so important. All the best with the cycle in beautiful NZ.

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Lou Van Der Lip

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Ray

Hey mate! Supporting you and the family all the way. My prayers are with you and the family.

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Darryn Smith

Awesome mate, good luck riding through my home land. Avoid a town called Morrinsville if you can..

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Lee Robinson

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Amanda Dionysopoulos

Hi Evan, I dont know you, but your Linked In post mattered to me. Good luck with the fundraising, such important work. Thanks, Amanda

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Phil Batsakis

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Blair Chamberlain

All the best for Lexi, you and your family Evan. Ride safe.

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Andy Black

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Steve Mann

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Shelley Reck

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Lilli Cashman

Incredible cause - wishing you all the best on your upcoming ride!

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Katie Lambart

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Palmer

Good luck mate!

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Anonymous

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Natalie Sait

Thank you for sharing your family’s journey and I am so glad Lexi’s prognosis is positive. The support we receive during these challenging times is crucial and can make such a difference! Good on you for challenging your energy for advocacy and paying it forward.

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Anonymous

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Claire Palethorpe

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Susie Judge

Good luck!

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Anonymous

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Danielle Harrison

Well done on all your efforts in supporting this cause!

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Corinne King

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Korn Ferry

Go Ev! You’ve got this!

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Zoey Banks

All the best Evan - you are an inspiration!

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Dev Desai

Thanks for the opportunity to help.

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Patrick Leahy

Happy to support this cause and good luck in reaching your goal!

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Julie Gentle

Happy to support this cause and hope you exceed your goal. I prayed lots for Lexi and so relieved she is better.

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Susie Mogg

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Anonymous

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Kim Harmer

Good luck Evan!

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