Every dollar counts!
Between 19 and 25 October 2026, I’ll be taking on an incredible adventure—cycling across rugged tracks and wide‑open landscapes that showcase the raw beauty of the Australian outback. It’s far more than a physical challenge for me; it’s the kind of experience that settles into your memory and stays there, long after the dust has settled.
I’m riding to support the ARA Endowment Fund, a long‑term charitable initiative created to make a genuine and lasting difference in Australian communities. With a vision to grow to $10 million and beyond, it will continue to uplift the organisations doing meaningful work across the country.
This journey isn’t just mine. Together, we can help create a legacy that endures.
If you’re able, I’d love for you to sponsor me and be part of something truly impactful.
My Achievements
Fundraising page
Updated Profile Pic
Added a Blog Post
Received 5 Donations
Reached Goal
Increased Target
My Updates
Working on my bike fitness
Sunday 5th Jul
Training ride no1
Saturday 6th Jun Benno, my beloved bike are on our 1st training run. This ride, to Portarlington and The National Celtic Festival, offered a smorgas board of conditions.
Nanna's gonna ride
Monday 1st Jun Benno and I have started to tour Victoria together 🚲 and have set ourselves this amazing challenge. We would really appreciate your support. Every dollar counts. You can follow our preparations on Instagram @nannasgonnaride ShareThank you to my Sponsors
$500
Anonymous
$500
Passive Plenty
$500
Angie Smales
$260
Birregurra Mail
$260
Biregurra Mail
Proud of you Angie
$200
Anonymous
$200
Passive Plenty
$100
Kerry Milin
$100
Simone Senisin
You’re an inspiration Angie 🙏🏼💖🚲🏕️
$100
Anonymous
$100
Wendy & David Dennis
$100
The Neighbours
Go nanna go!!
$100
Lachlan Shepherd
$75
Libby Pyle
Sounds lovely Ange, hope you enjoy the experience x
$50
Helen Quick
Go Angie!!!
$50
Eva W
Happy travels Angie!
$50
Stella Clark
A great ride for a great cause
$50
Pam Fyfe
Wishing you all the very best for your ride. A worthwhile journey
$50
Dave
Go mum!
$50
Iris R
$50
Susanne And Stewart
Go Angie!!
$50
Lara Day
Go Nan!
$50
Barbara Beck
Go Angie! It’s an impressive undertaking. All the best.
$50
Anonymous
$50
Donna Richardson
$50
Terrie
$50
Julie Payne
GO GIRL🚴♀️
$50
Margot Griffiths
$50
Soph Hegarty
Good on you Angie. Keep those wheels turning xx
$30
Julie Stark
Sounds a pretty amazing venture - hope you have a v good padded seat!!!
$25
Deb Mcintyre
Instalment no. 2. Thanks Ian 👌
$25
Sean Fitzgerald
$25
Chris Mckenzie
You're an inspiration Angie.
$25
Keira & Josh
Good luck Angie 🚲
$25
Cargocycles
Good luck Angie, not much $ but hope it helps, have a great ride and send some pics and we'll share.
$25
Sue W
$25
Wendy Andrews
$20
Barbara Little
$20
Deb Mcintyre
Go Grandma! Here's the 1st of many.....
$20
Jennifer Stephens
$20
