Gavin Jackson

My mate, Dave

My mate Dave died of cancer in January 2020.  He was 55 years of age.  Much too young to be taken from his family and friends.  
I miss my mate, and I wish that there had been more that could have been done to save him.
I'm hoping that by entering this ride I can help fund the research necessary to find a cure so that in the future there will be more that can be done to save the loved ones of us all.

My Dad, Barry.

Dad died in September 1993.  He was only 56 years old; younger than I am now.  It seemed so unfair at the time and now that I have lived longer than he did, it is even more unfair today. He never had the chance to see his grand kids grow up.

I hope, with your help, we can beat cancer and prevent countless families having to experience the grief and trauma of losing a parent before their time.

I’m on a mission to defeat cancer.

Cancer doesn’t just affect one person, it shakes up families, friends and communities. I myself have lost several loved ones to cancer most particularly my father Barry and my very great friend Dave, both of whom sadly passed away in their mid 50's.

So this year, I will be taking a stand against cancer. 

On Saturday 4 & Sunday 5 October 2025, I’m joining a community of passionate riders to cycle 200km to raise vital funds for cancer research at the Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research.

Every dollar pushes us closer to breakthroughs at the Perkins where brilliant researchers work tirelessly to find life-saving answers for some of the toughest cancers. But they also need our help to ensure their vital progress continues– no matter what.

 100% of the funds we raise will go back to the Perkins giving cancer researchers the support to continue their life-saving work so that our loved ones can live longer, healthier lives.

The Ride is more than just a test of endurance—it’s about unity. I'll ride alongside an incredible group of people who believe, as I do, that cancer can be conquered. Your support can turn this belief into reality.

I can’t do this alone. Will you help me to reach this goal?

Whether you join me on the Ride or support my fundraising, your generosity could be the key to saving our loved ones from this disease.

Together, we can beat cancer!

Your Impact

So far this year I helped provide...

18

Microscope

Hours of Research

$4,768 Raised since 2019

Thank you to my Sponsors

$100

Paul Lynch

$211

Ben & Tanzi

Pedal to the metal, Gav (and Jake)!!

$22.58

Aggie Hanrahan

$106.12

Fiona Jackson

So proud of you bro. Dad would be too!

$115.38

Russell Crook

Go Gav

$33.15

Anonymous

$250

Paul Greenfeld

Breakthrough Donor

$1,015

Echoes Cultural Heritage Management

Proud to support the Cranks!

$106.12

Anonymous

Go for it Gav!

$115.38

Grada Humphries

Good on you Gavin. Good luck with the ride.

$263.75

Alan And Margaret Hawkes

Hi Gavin, Know too well the devastating effect of Cancer. Well done for the great effort that you are putting in

$211

Paul Dessauer

Hey Gavin, This is the least I can do, considering how much of your whisky I drank back in the day. I hope your cycle goes well. Much respect & high regards, P.

$53

Shannon Griffin

Great job Gav!

$30

Naomi Tucker

Great work Gavin We are all really proud of you! Love all of us

$211

Gregg Thompson

Best of luck, Gavin.

$57.30

Greg Yates

Onya bike son!

$223.66

Liam Betham

Great job tackling this Uncle Gavin :)

$211

Hard Core Manly Man

$53

Tegan Raines

Good luck Gav <3

$106.12

Wayne Houlton

Go for it Gav
Breakthrough Donor

$522

Michelle Smyth

Great work for an important cause Gavin!

$150

Stephen Hill

$115.38

John Emslie

Hi Gavin,great work mate.Very happy to support your fundraising efforts for a great cause.thanks Gav regards John Emslie

$57.30

Rae Thompson

Thanks Gavin for riding in memory of our much loved Dave. A great cause.

$54.12

Rick Calway

What a great mate you are Gav for doing such a wonderful thing to support our our sadly missed Dave

$50

Leonie And Julien

Thanks for doing this for Dave - we miss him too…good luck!

$109

Nina Jackson

$212

Gavin Jackson

go for it gav.
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