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We’re thrilled to announce that we’re taking part in Shitbox Rally 2025 Winter! This year, all teams will be driving their “shitboxes” from Perth to Darwin, all in the name of cancer research.

Cancer research has played a life-changing role in my own journey. I was diagnosed with breast cancer in July 2018 at age 43. Six months into my 18-month treatment cycle, results from a new targeted chemotherapy trial were published. In the world of oncology, a 4% increase in survival rates is a big deal—but this trial showed an 11% improvement. That’s what’s known as a "Monday morning change"—it was that significant. My treatment plan was immediately updated, giving me not only a better chance of survival but also fewer side effects, leading to a better quality of life.

Since then, I’ve completed 12 weeks of intense chemo, 10 surgeries, 18 months of targeted chemo, and ongoing daily anti-cancer medication (again, thanks to research!).

Today, my scans show no evidence of disease, and I’ve surpassed my five-year survival milestone. I’ve also completed five half marathons and plan to run two or three more this year!

Shitbox Rally is Australia’s largest community-led fundraiser for the Cancer Council, now in its 13th year. Every team must raise a minimum of $5,000, but collectively, we’re aiming for over $2.5 million in the 2025 Winter rally alone.

This is where you come in. The fundraising is the hardest part, and every dollar makes a difference. Your support helps fund life-saving cancer research—research that changed my life and could change countless others.If you’d like to donate, follow our journey, or just cheer us on, we’d love your support.

Stay tuned for updates, and thank you for helping us drive change—one shitbox at a time! 🚗💨