I’m going the distance to change the lives of country kids!
On Thursday 15 May I’ll be setting off from Bourke to cycle over 330km to Narromine to raise vital funds to support the developmental and mental health of Australia’s country kids.
Royal Far West’s mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of country children.
Every Australian child deserves the right to access quality health, education and development services, but sadly country children and families face disadvantage of distance and a lack of available services. Currently, children in regional and remote Australia are waiting up to six years to see a paediatrician or being told there are no services at all.
For these kids, a positive trajectory in life can be at risk if they can't access the right care at the right time, simply because of where they live.
I want to make a difference, so I’m going the distance to close the health gap for country kids. I’m riding to help raise $750,000 for country kids who are struggling with developmental and mental health needs to get them access to the critical assessments, services and support they need to thrive.
You can help me achieve this by making a donation via this page AND by helping to spread the word by sharing my page. Every dollar of your donation – no matter how large or small - adds up to truly make a difference for country kids. Your gift will be directly support vulnerable country kids by connecting them to the vital healthcare services and support they urgently need.
THANK YOU so much for your support! It really means a lot to me!
My Updates
Support My Journey: Royal Far West Country Ride for Kids
Wednesday 6th NovI am thrilled to share that I will be participating in the Royal Far West Country Ride for Kids for the third consecutive year. I am reaching out for your support in raising essential funds for this vital cause.
My Commitment to Raising Essential Funds
I am fully committed to raising crucial funds during this year’s Ride for Country Kids. This journey not only represents a significant physical challenge but also provides an opportunity for all riders to raise awareness for Royal Far West (RFW) and obtain much-needed financial support. I have pledged to raise a minimum of $4,000 to help further this important mission. With access to a variety of resources and support, I am determined to achieve my fundraising goal and make a meaningful difference in the lives of the children and families that RFW serves.
The 2025 Ride
The ride will commence on Thursday, May 15th, covering over 380 kilometers through the breathtaking far western regions of New South Wales. Throughout this journey, we will have the honor of connecting with the remarkable communities that Royal Far West proudly serves and visiting areas of great historical importance to RFW.
Our route will start in Bourke, continuing on to Cobar and Nyngan, and concluding in Narromine on Saturday, May 17th. We will also gather in Dubbo both before and after the ride legs.
The Route:
- Day One: Bourke to Cobar
- Day Two: Cobar to Nyngan
- Day Three: Nyngan to Narromine
Thank you for considering supporting my fundraising efforts. Together, we can create a lasting impact for the children and families who benefit from the invaluable services provided by Royal Far West. Your involvement means so much!
ShareThank you to my Sponsors
$260.75
Martin Havercroft
$222
Leeanne Coghlan
$202
Anonymous
Good luck Lee
$202
Cindy Freckleton
Good on you
$174.72
Cheryl Zeglis
Good luck Lee
$100
Cindy Dippel
$100
Anonymous
Good luck Lee
$100
Anonymous
Donation from Michael Duffy
$84.40
Cali Brand
Go Lee! 3 years strong! <3
$58.35
Noreen Grote
$54.12
Janine Nicholas
What a wonderful charity and enjoy your ride
$33.15
Anonymous
Amazing work Lee xx
$25
Gareth O'connor
Onya bike Lee! Inspired by your multiple wheely good fundraising activities.
$5
Anonymous
Donation from a lovely lady Livy who I met in the cafe at Wilcannia
Good luck on your ride Leeanne.