Jo

3 weeks to go

Well it's nearly here and yes, I am getting nervous.  
Not going to worry too much as long as I finish it I don't care how long I take I can only do my best.
I know Steve will be pushing me up the hills like he always did when we went cycling whether I needed the help or not. 
One of the funniest cycles we had was a Tour de Fridge - fun day.

Why I am doing this............

Losing my husband last year after a short illness with cancer has had a devastating effect on my sons and me.  Seeing first-hand what cancer does to people and having so many friends and family affected by it I wanted to try and do something towards research into this awful disease. 

Time to ramp up training

After being away for the least few weeks it's now time to get home and focus on training for this ride as it means so much to me. 

I’m on a mission to defeat cancer.

Cancer has taken so much from us. Whether it is a loved one, family member, friend or closer to home, cancer is relentless.

I want to put a stop to cancer by riding 200kms to raise vital funds for cancer research right here in WA.

The funds I raise will go to the brilliant minds at the Perkins who are committed to !nding breakthroughs that will lead to improved health outcomes for those aected by the hardest-to-treat diseases.

Hearing the words “it’s cancer” is heart-wrenching. But with Perkins researchers, I am determined to eliminate the fear and uncertainty that cancer brings.

On Saturday 11 October and Sunday 12 October 2025, I will pedal alongside my fellow riders who share the dream of making cancer non-lethal. Your support can turn this dream into reality.

Many riders return every year because they know that the funds we raise go back to the Perkins. It is also a worst kept secret that the Ride is the friendliest cycling charity event in Australia. Why not join me in making a difference?

Whether you join me on the Ride or contribute to my fundraising page, your generous support matters.

Together, we can conquer cancer.

Your Impact

So far this year I helped provide...

15

Microscope

Hours of Research

$3,963 Raised since 2019

Thank you to my Sponsors

$56.02

Shona Hite

Good luck Jo. Here’s to raising awareness to this cause. Cheering you on

$22.58

Roz Kelly

$54.12

Graham Mccain

Best of luck Jo - a very touching story and a beautiful way of honouring Steve. Hopefully some good can come from such a tragic loss. Thinking of you x

$100

Stephen Phillips

$41.11

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$74.18

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$50.86

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$52.92

Andy Barnes

You've got this in the bag, Joanne

$33.15

Sheeny

You’re amazing!
Breakthrough Donor

$250

Anonymous

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$2,500

Anonymous

$50

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$49.65

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$101.42

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$527

Joanne Newson