Riding for Kayla
In 2023 I completed my first MACA 200 cancer research ride. It was an incredible experience shared with like minded people wanting to change cancer outcomes by raising money for cancer research. It was a really hot weekend and despite being promised a tail wind on the way home, it was head winds both days. What I learnt…….I can do hard things and riding in a tutu makes you happy 🤣With support of family, friends, colleagues and patients, I raised an amazing $34,070.21!
My motivation to ride was Kayla, a 24 year old young bride who died from metastatic vulval cancer last January. To witness her suffering and that of her parents was unbearable…….I rode and raised funds to support research for those with rare cancers.
This year I will be in Europe for the weekend of the ride.....SO.....I have committed to doing the 200km solo on the weekend of September 7 and 8, demonstrating my total commitment to this vital cause to keep the researchers funded to make cancer non-lethal.
I’m riding to beat cancer
There isn’t a single person I know that hasn’t been touched by cancer. Whether it’s through a loved one, friend, family member or it’s much more personal, cancer is a terrible burden.
In 2024, I’m taking a stand against cancer and backing the brilliant brains at the Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research.
These WA researchers are committed to finding answers faster and developing ground-breaking treatments for the hardest to treat cancers.
Because no one should have to hear those two life-altering words, “It’s cancer.”
I’m training, fundraising and riding 200km to support WA cancer research. But I’m not doing it alone, there’s a growing group of riders who return year after year to this ride. They do so not only because it’s lifechanging but because the event feels like a big reunion - where all the guests are the family you love!
I’d be so grateful for your support.
If you can’t join me (I’d love the company), please give generously to my fundraising page.
Together, we can help make cancer history.
Your Impact
So far this year I helped provide...
61
Hours of Research
$50,408 Raised since 2019
Our Team
Suzanne Philpot (C)
$9,128.30
Raised so far
Member
Adrian Campbell
$6,657.40
Raised so far
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Rav John
$1,008.21
Raised so far
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Patrick Oleary
$10,103.66
Raised so far
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Andrew Dodgson
$3,231.08
Raised so far
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Raymond Hingston
$4,298.18
Raised so far
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David Philpot
$3,240.09
Raised so far
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Graham Morrow
$1,594.54
Raised so far
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Trish Murrell
$1,532.21
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George Prince
$4,144.56
Raised so far
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Marie Condon
$10,348.49
Raised so far
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Danielle Jones
$2,514.50
Raised so far
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John Cuerden
$2,760.63
Raised so far
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Sam Gibson
$16,338.25
Raised so far
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Katie Allardyce
$2,554.23
Raised so far
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John ROBINSON
$4,326.22
Raised so far
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Amy Crombie
$2,501.06
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Anne o’leary
$5,526.71
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John James Cuerden
$929.36
Raised so far
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Mary Rigby
$3,364.88
Raised so far
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Jacob’s_Dad_Forever
$3,144.41
Raised so far
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Mark Oleary
$2,508.57
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Glenn Grantham
$2,248.14
Raised so far
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Rebecca Grantham
$2,958.72
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Wayne Newland
$15,106.95
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Shanae O'Leary
$2,579.58
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monique dodgson
$2,148.77
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Karen Watson
$1,845.14
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Dale Watson
$1,716.17
Raised so farThank you to my Sponsors
$158.25
Julie Wren
Congratulations you a star!
$52.75
Michael
You are a legend Sam
$52.75
Dave Kunneke
All the best on your ride, from a fellow cyclist.
$52.75
Jason Frehner
You are amazing and inspiring Sam (from Liz)
Breakthrough Donor
$223.66
Gabrielle Hambleton
When I saw you walk in after your ride, I felt so proud of you & my heart just swelled bigger than the ocean for a sister who is generous, kind, driven, self-sacrificing, tough and resilient against even the hardest of odds. You are inspiring & a gift to me as well as to your profession. Congratulations! xxx
$105.50
Anna Trinh
Awesome work Sam!
Mark, Anna & kids
$55.92
Jan Theobald
You’re a superstar Sam!!
$105.50
Yen Lee
Well done Sam keep up your great effort
$100
Ash, Josh, Mabel And Olive
$55.92
Issy Black
Your determination and commitment to better outcomes for people with rare cancers leaves me in awe. You are such a good human and I am so lucky to call you my friend. Go Sam and team 💪
$211
Peter & Jill Pike
Hope you get a tail wind this time.
$21.10
Chelsea Angel
God-speed ❤️
$55.92
Ilse Nicolai
$79.13
Iggy Moro
All the best with the ride Sam.
$55.92
Jacob Griffiths
$105.50
Anonymous
Well done Sam, ride safely 🙏🙏
$55.92
Jamie Duff
Inspirational Sam and Amazing Effort
$55.92
Tara Mcsweeney
Amazing work Sam!
$52.75
Anonymous
You better win the race!!
$100
Raphael Chee
Wow Sam.
Good work.
You go!!!
Breakthrough Donor
$223.66
Braeden Webb
$115
Jacqui Brown
Good luck Sam & have a wonderful time in Europe.
$108
Tammy Mccallum
You are an absolute legend Sammy. The care & support you provide to your patients is amazing & you are loved by all. You will smash the ride again this year and then you can relax on your awesome holiday. Thank you for all that you are & all that you do. Enjoy the ride! ❤️😘
Breakthrough Donor
$223.66
Richard Ladny
Best wishes Sam for a great ride.
$55.92
Sam Gibson
Go Sam - all the best on your ride, great cause and fun ride
$55.92
Workplace Culture Institute
Best of luck Sam! A solo ride is very courageous. Thanks for being an inspiration to many of us!
$105.50
Jen Lowe
So proud of your grit Sam - you are a true diamond! Xx
Breakthrough Donor
$223.66
Mary Lonergan
Thank you Sam for being you, kind , giving and understanding. I and many like me would be lost without you.
Breakthrough Donor
$250
Samantha Gibson
Breakthrough Donor
$250
Samantha Gibson
Breakthrough Donor
$250
Woodside Energy Matched Giving
Breakthrough Donor
$250
Samantha Gibson
$200
Woodside Energy Matched Giving
$200
Ron Gibson
Ride baby, ride!
$52.75
Christine Gunson
Hi Sam what a wonderful effort to help others. I have a family member who has a rare inoperable brain tumour. She is 11 and a really brave trooper. Pls add her to you list of people you are riding for x
Breakthrough Donor
$300
Imran Mohiuddin
Well done Sam for taking on the challenge for this very worthy cause
Breakthrough Donor
$263.75
The Grout Guy
$105.50
Charter Mortgage & Finance
Good on you Sam - ride safe xx
$26.38
Claudia Gould
For Zaiton Hussin (a dear friend’s mother
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Breakthrough Donor
$223.66
Fly Legendaire
$59.40
Hiyas
Thank you is never enough to express how well you represent nurses from our specialty area, Sammy. You are absolutely amazing in what you do, that patients and their families adore you! And apart from that, you continue to inspire your colleagues like myself to do more for our beloved patients. Take care and best of luck on another big ride for Cancer!!!! 😘💋💞
$100
Anne Oleary
$115
Gillian
An absolute inspiration! Ride on sister
$105.50
Matthew Edward Wilson
$36.93
Tricia Blakey
$55.92
Steve Hancock
You are truly an amazing human being Sam. Xx
$55.92
Felicity
Sam,
You really are one in a million. Thank you for everything you do. ♥️
Felicity
$55.92
Metka
Go, amazing Sam!
$105.50
Ann Osullivan
Good luck Sam. You are amazing !!
Breakthrough Donor
$212
Mary Rigby
Go you good thing! You are amazing. Fantastic effort! 🚴♀️🚴♀️🚴♀️
$105.50
Anonymous
$50
Marisa Ross (executive Risk Solutions)
$63.30
Mr Andrew V Forster
$100
Claire Kelly
You are an inspiration Sam. A truly caring person.
I will be cheering you on in September. CMB xox
$53
Laura Colvin
Breakthrough Donor
$263.75
Sandy Mckiernan
Best of luck this year Sam! Inspiring as usual
$113.91
Simone Kobelke
$62
Steven Mckiernan
Happy pedalling Sam, remember to always go up a gear when cresting a hill
$52.25
Wendy And Bruce Hawley
GO Sam !
$158.25
Paul Wilkes
Best wishes Sam. Thankyou for what you are doing for others.
$115
Carl Fletcher
$211
Brendon Smith
You have the most amazing generous and humongous heart. I love you dearly for everything you do for your patients. You have no understanding of the ripple effect that your care and nurturing provide! Well done you you're an amazing human!
Breakthrough Donor
$223.66
Anonymous
$105.50
Caitlin Broderick
Best of luck Sam!
Love your passion.
$53
Sara Jaenke
As always your amazing Sister Lady Sam Bam! I know you’ll rock this solo 200, go girl 💪🏻 🚴
$158.25
Maca Matched Giving
$105.50
Maca Matched Giving
$54
Lachlan Webb
Very proud of you, mum!
$158.25
Rochelle Hambleton
Well to you Sam for your dedication to this cause.
$105.50
Merrilyn Hambleton
Sam, Good luck on your ride. Remember it is your courage and determination riding with you. Merri
Breakthrough Donor
$251
Sam Gibson
$52.75
Carolyn Cattanach
$105.50
Racquelle Oswald
You are amazing Sam! I am supporting you all the way! In loving memory of Kayla xx
$115
Bronlyn Mills
$100
Joan Burgess
Your passion is inspiring Sammy! Love your drive and determination. Always proud of you xx
$25.64
Maca Matched Giving
$25.64
Maca Matched Giving
$25.64
Maca Matched Giving
$25.64
Maca Matched Giving
$25.64
Maca Matched Giving
$100
Daphne Murphy
Good luck Sammy! You're doing a wonderful job. All our love to you, God Bless xx
$105.50
Lance & Eve Taylor
You’re a legend, in our eyes; & we’re so very proud of you & what you’re doing to help those who suffer so badly, from a Cancer diagnosis.
WELL DONE, SAM.
$100
Hazel Everett
You're a superstar Sam !
$109
Chilli Fox Events
Go Sammy!!! You are such an inspiration to me and one exceptional Cancer Nurse!!
Breakthrough Donor
$1,001
Sam Gibson
$52.75
Penny
Amazing woman you xxx
$55.92
Vic
Looking forward to seeing you wearing that TUTU🤣
$58.50
Rachel Stjepanovic
You’re doing an amazing job-well done to you and the rest of the team!💜
$55.92
Metka
In lieu of flowers
$52.75
Lorna Cook
Please ride for my friend Susan Teather. Died of breast cancer.
$115
Karen Frear
Can't think of a better reason for a sore bum before your cruise. 🥵🛳😄🍹
Breakthrough Donor
$1,020
Brian & Penny Burnett
We appreciate your effort and contribution to raise money for this worthy cause Sam.
$202
Trines And Lee
We’re so in awe of you Sam and the huge efforts you go to both in the clinic and on the bike to make others lives better. We’re so proud of you. Keep being the shining star that you are. Lots of 🩷🌟🚴♀️🎉
$58.02
Yolanda Ure
Wishing all the best. You are doing great things! 👍 ❤️❤️❤️
$52.75
Tash Hambleton
💘💘
$105.50
Yen Lee
Keep up the good work Sam
$115
Gabrielle P
Thank you for your massive efforts Sam
$26.38
Di Spencer
Dear Sam and Wayne, Hope your fundraising ride for Kayla goes well!
$105.50
Metka
Breakthrough Donor
$223.66
Naomi & Tom
Good luck Sam! You’re amazing! xx
Breakthrough Donor
$2,020
Marisa
Breakthrough Donor
$520
Gus Irdi
Good luck Sam. You are an inspiration to us all.
$55.92
Gabrielle
So proud to support you Sam. Your words about Kayla are truly inspiring, as are you. Love you. xx
$100
Tracey Piani
Goof for you Sam. You are AMAZING
$115
Morag
Thank you Sam for all that you do - you are a wonderful mother (soon to be grandmother), wife, daughter, friend & Nurse Practitioner.
$105.50
Ray And Nilla
Love from Ray Nilla Kayla and Skyler
Breakthrough Donor
Congratulations you a star!