August 20, 2026

WHAT A RIDE!

After almost a month on the road, the incredible Ridin’ 4 Mates riders and support crew have completed their massive journey from Darwin to Bulga — putting their lives on hold and selflessly dedicating their time, energy and hearts to the fight against brain cancer.

From the long, hot days through the Northern Territory, reaching Tennant Creek after covering 949km in just six days, rolling into Alice Springs and continuing south, this crew showed incredible determination, resilience and mateship every step — and every pedal — of the way.

And what an incredible result…

$183,000 raised from this ride!

Even more amazingly, across four Ridin’ 4 Mates rides, this incredible group and the community behind them have now raised an outstanding $350,000 for the Mark Hughes Foundation.

We are absolutely blown away.

To every rider and member of the support crew — thank you. A journey like this asks so much of you, and we are incredibly grateful for the sacrifices you and your families have made to help make a difference for people impacted by brain cancer.

Donate today & help beat brain cancer

Brain cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in children, and adults aged under 40 in Australia, yet alarmingly very little is known about brain cancer, its causes or how it is treated.

That’s why we need your help. Every dollar helps in the fight against brain cancer. Your donation will go towards vital research to improve patient treatments and, hopefully, find a cure one day.

All donations of $2 or more are tax deductible.

Donate today, help beat brain cancer

Brain cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in children, and adults aged under 40 in Australia, yet alarmingly very little is known about brain cancer, its causes or how it is treated.

That’s why we need your help. Every dollar helps in the fight against brain cancer. Your donation will go towards vital research to improve patient treatments and, hopefully, find a cure one day.

All donations of $2 or more are tax deductible.

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