Cape Tribulation to Cape York Bike Ride - 1000k’s over 10 days. Commencing on the 1st August 2021, the RCB’s intrepid and unstoppable Matt Nichols will be raising money to support children affected by domestic violence…. Go to
www.givenow.com.au/capetocape and provide your support for this amazing cause.
The 2021 Cape to Cape Bike Ride
On the 1st August 2021, Matt Nichols an intrepid member of the Rotary Club of Member is looking to ride from Cape Tribulation to Cape York (the Northernmost Point of Australia). This supported ride is over 1,000 km and will take 10 days riding on a mountain bike, because the roads are dirt and predominantly sand with numerous river crossings. Rides will average 75k, along with >650m vertical, per day, over gravel, sand, 4WD tracks and bitumen roads. The tracks include the Bloomfield Track, Battle Camp Road (also known as the Dirt Highway), and the famous Telegraph Track where it is so rough the bikes will travel faster than the cars. Matt will be also meeting Aboriginal Elders, visiting the classic hotels and road houses, and understanding the extraordinary history of the area.
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Rotary Club of Brighton
Since its formation on 24th September, 1973, the Rotary Club of Brighton (RCB) has lived up to the ideals of Rotary in its community service, fund raising and social programs. RCB is part of Rotary International, a global network of 1.2 million neighbours, friends, leaders, and problem-solvers who come together to make positive, lasting change in communities at home and abroad. https://rotarybrighton.com.au/ Rotary International celebrates 100 years of making a difference in Australia this year.
What are we fundraising for?
A dedicated Rotarian, Matt was concerned that the fundraising opportunities for the Rotary Club of Brighton had been greatly limited with the pandemic, so as he was doing this extreme ride so there was an opportunity to assist RCB support the Bayside Community Emergency Relief (BCER) https://www.baysidecommunityemergencyrelief.com.au/ to support children fleeing domestic violence with provision of Comfort Packs. Designed to provide mental health as well as practical support to the children, these packs include many essential items like toiletries, activities and items of comfort.
So to celebrate 100 years of Rotary in Australia, Matt’s saddling up to do 1000ks over 10 days – we hope can count on your support for a great cause!