Cyclists hit the road along Geelong and Ocean Grove this week to raise money for cancer research.
More than 120 riders and their support crews covered over 336km during the Tour de Cure’s fifth annual Victorian Discovery Tour to support the Olivia Newton-John Cancer Research Institute.
Participant Rebecca Brown said she “loved being a part” of the three-day ride that helped create a positive impact on the lives of people living with cancer.
“Every dollar received through the tour is absolutely important in cancer research as curing cancer changes lives,” she said.
“I’ve loved the camaraderie that’s come out of the ride, as everyone has been very supportive and willing to help each other out.
“The Tour de Cure hosts training rides throughout the year and helps inform you how to ride your bike properly and safely along the course.”
Two $10,000 grants were also awarded during the tour to Torquay’s Peace of Mind Foundation and St John of God Foundation Geelong to fund cutting-edge surgical technology for breast cancer treatment.
Tour de Cure’s grants committee chair Paul Mirabelle said every dollar raised during the tour supported “vital cancer research” and prevention programs.
“We work closely with leading researchers, medical institutions, and community organisations to fund breakthroughs that improve outcomes for those impacted by cancer,” he said.
“Thanks to the generosity of our donors and partners, we are not just funding research; we are giving hope, changing lives, and making a real difference in the fight to discover cures for all cancer types.”
The tour started in Torquay on 24 November and finished in Melbourne on 26 November, passing through Lorne, Diamond Hill, Geelong, Ocean Grove, Sorrento, and the Mornington Peninsula.
