Goal $5,000
Fundraising for Cancer Council
Cancer Council
Shitbox Rally Autumn 2023
$5,215
Raised
104%
Our Story …

Mike and Dave are taking part in Shitbox Rally 2023 Autumn!! We will be driving our shitbox from Newcastle to Townsville on some formidable outback roads via Betoota.

We fund the car, its preparation, our accommodation and all other costs associated with our entry in the rally. We are asking you to help us raise funds to enable further Cancer Research.

Box Rallies is one of the largest community led fundraising events for the Cancer Council in Australia having raised over $34 million in the last 13 years. This Rally alone is hoping to raise in excess of $2 million.

Our entry is dedicated to Pennie Zwar and Mark Dunkerton, two wonderful people who we lost too early in their lives. We hope ongoing research will help our friends who are presently facing the threat of cancer, and those close to them that feel so helpless.

We will be driving Dave's Australian built 26 year old Toyota Corolla (a "shitbox" ridiculously unsuitable for the Australian Bush...... ) along remote outback roads. We will (hopefully!) do approximately 3,500kms in 7 days.

The National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) is the primary source of funding for groundbreaking cancer research projects, but their budget only goes so far. Box Rallies is now the second highest source of funding after the NHMRC. This means that Box Rallies will fund some of the most exciting cancer research projects across the country with the highest potential to significantly impact those affected by cancer.

Funds raised by us go to the Cancer Council and we are extremely proud to be doing our part to support such a worthy charity. The fundraising is the hard part, so any donation you can give is greatly appreciated.


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Shitbox Rally is the adventure of a lifetime challenging participants and their cars, worth no more than $1,500, on a 7 day drive across Australia to raise money for cancer research.

The rally is not a race – it’s a fun, colourful, unpredictable adventure with participants travelling at their own pace in smaller groups. Vehicles often break down but “we never leave anyone behind” and each night is spent camping beneath the stars and celebrating the day’s achievements. It all adds up to an incredible opportunity to see Australia’s vast and beautiful countryside and make lifelong friends, many brought together after experiencing cancer themselves or seeing cancer impact family and friends.

Since it’s inception the rally has been the largest fundraiser for the Cancer Council nationally.

raised: $2,322,705
target: $2,000,000
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2 years ago
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Michael Bromfield gave $200.00.
David's Corolla raised $5,465 for cancer research in the MysteryBox rally held June 2022. Hopefully that fundraising amount will be exceeded for the ShitBox rally!
2 years ago
Thanks!
2 years ago
Thanks Mike! You have got us off to a good start as usual........ DW x
2 years ago
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Stephanie Dennett gave $100.00.
Go Mike!!!!!
2 years ago
Thanks Steph!
2 years ago
Thanks Stephanie!
2 years ago
Thanks Steph! Great to have your ongoing support for the event. DW x
2 years ago
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Malcolm MacLennan gave $200.00.
Don't break each other!
2 years ago
Thanks Mal
2 years ago
Thanks Mal! Great to have your support. DW x
2 years ago
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John Dean gave $100.00.
2 years ago
John, Thanks for your generous donation.
2 years ago
Thanks John! Many thanks for your support. DW
2 years ago
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Jill Dunkerton gave $200.00.
Good luck boys! Hope the mighty Corolla can do it again… with your expert help of course.
2 years ago
Thanks for your donation Jill! :-) Mike
2 years ago
Thanks Jill! We will try and keep Rita the Corolla clean and shiny side up........ DW x
2 years ago
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Lisa Hoggard gave $50.00.
Have fun! Great cause ??
2 years ago
Lisa, Thanks for your donation - Mike
2 years ago
Thanks Lisa! Great to have your support for the cause. DW
2 years ago
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Peter Hewett gave $100.00.
Good luck Boys ! We wish you fine weather, starry nights and no major mechanicals ! Pete & Monique
2 years ago
Thanks Pete and Monique! Great to have your support. DW x
2 years ago
Pete & Monique, Thanks for your generous donation. Mike B
2 years ago
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hilary enevoldson gave $100.00.
Good luck again lots of photos please
2 years ago
Thanks Hilary and Nigel! Great to have your ongoing support from what seems like a great distance... DW x
2 years ago
Thanks for your donation Hillary! Mike
2 years ago
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Gill Abrah gave $100.00.
2 years ago
Thanks Gill! Great to have your support. DW
2 years ago
Hi Gill, Thanks for your donation. Hopefully the tracks dry out a bit before May... else it might be very interesting (& messy!) Mike xo
2 years ago
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Mike Dixon gave $50.00.
You're gluttons for punishment - Hope Rita doesn't let you down!
2 years ago
Mike, Thanks for your donation! Cheers from MB.
2 years ago
Thanks Mike! Great to have your support and Rita will certainly get tested again..... DW
2 years ago
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Michael & Belinda Neville gave $100.00.
Try not to hit any goats Dave.
2 years ago
Thanks Baz and Michael! Great to have your continued support. I think the goats can move more quickly than the Corolla....... DW x
2 years ago
Michael & Belinda. Thanks for your donation... and we will also do our best to avoid the spicy virus! Cheers from Mike B
2 years ago
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Jim’s Mowing (Cherrybrook No 1) gave $200.00.
Rip and tear boys ! Enjoy ?
2 years ago
Well that sounds painful! Thanks for your generous donation Brendon. Mike
2 years ago
Thanks Brendan! That is fantastic and your support is very much appreciated. DW
2 years ago
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Monte Luke Photography Studio gave $890.00.
2 years ago
Keith, Thanks for your generous support. Mike
2 years ago
Thanks Keith! Your ongoing support is superb. This time we might need the sponsorship stickers to keep the car from falling apart! DW
2 years ago
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Anonymous gave $200.00.
2 years ago
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Chris Warrell gave $200.00.
Hi Mike Sorry I missed this somehow - hope the rally was fun and successful !!! We are at Hyams beach atm and are making a day trip to Milton and Mollymook . Would love to head down the coast further some stage soon to catch up . All the best for the new year . Megan (and Chris of course) xx
2 years ago
Thanks Megan and Chris! Great to have your support for the cause. There should be a photo of us both by the mighty Corolla soon....... DW
2 years ago
Thanks for your generous donation, Megan & Chris! This Rally starts on 12 May and preparations are underway. (My photos on FB are from last year). It would be wonderful to see you both if you get down this way sometime. Mike x
2 years ago
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Karen Bounds gave $50.00.
All the best for a safe but exciting journey!
2 years ago
Thanks Karen! Great to have your ongoing support. DW x
2 years ago
Thanks Karen! To get to the end of the rally I think the idea is to try to make the trip as unexciting as possible. :-) Mike x
2 years ago
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Suzanne Parkhurst gave $100.00.
Good luck guys, have fun. Suzie & Manné
2 years ago
Thanks Suzi and Manne! Fantastic to have your support again. DW x
2 years ago
Suzie & Manné, Thanks for your generous donation. Wish us luck! Mike
2 years ago
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Bradley Farr gave $200.00.
Have fun guys!
2 years ago
Thanks Bradley! Great to have your support. DW
2 years ago
Hi Braddles. Thanks for your donation! MB
2 years ago
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Catherine Dube gave $100.00.
Good on you Mike, drive safely.
2 years ago
Thanks Catherine! Fantastic that you can support the cause. DW
2 years ago
Hi Catherine & Pete, Thanks for your donation. MB
2 years ago
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Susan Stonestreet gave $100.00.
2 years ago
Thanks Ses! Great to have you support the cause and see you again in Sydney. DW x
2 years ago
Sesame, Thanks for your donation. It was great to catch up at Spring Gap. MB
2 years ago
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Robin Green gave $50.00.
Go Mike ! A great cause
2 years ago
Thanks Robin! your support is much appreciated. DW
2 years ago
Paul & Robin, Thanks for your donation. MB
2 years ago
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Di Robinson gave $100.00.
Good luck
2 years ago
Thanks Di! Great to see you briefly down South and great to have your support. DW x
2 years ago
Thanks for your donation Di. MB
2 years ago
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Doug Bromfield gave $150.00.
Go get em boys!
2 years ago
Thanks Doug! Fantastic to have you on board again. DW
2 years ago
Dougie, Thanks for your donation. Daddio
2 years ago
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Anonymous gave $500.00.
Keep on truckin' lads!
2 years ago
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Ken Pryde gave $150.00.
I’d settle for a spot on the roofracks ! K’noke
2 years ago
Thanks Ken! Fantastic to have your support. DW x
2 years ago
KP, Thanks for your donation! MB
1 year ago
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Mark (and Erica) Tolhurst gave $200.00.
Big ask for a corolla - be safe out there gentlemen
1 year ago
Thanks for your generous support Mark & Erica. The Corolla should do it easily! Hopefully it's saggy arse will be a bit tighter for this trip :-)
1 year ago
Thanks Mark and Erica! Fantastic to have your support. DW x
1 year ago
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Lachlan Bromfield gave $100.00.
Don't forget to stretch your legs!
1 year ago
Hey Lachy, Thanks for your generous donation. Thanks for supporting research supported by the Cancer Council.
1 year ago
Thanks Lachlan! Thank you very much for your donation to the cause. It is much appreciated. DW
1 year ago
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Anonymous gave $100.00.
Good luck on the Rally Mike - from Maureen Dennett
1 year ago
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Michelle Henry gave $50.00.
Have a great trip and thanks for the fundraising! To many people affected by cancer to ignore
1 year ago
Thanks for your generous donation Michelle! Mike
1 year ago
Thanks Michelle! Great to have your support and many thanks for the donation. DW
1 year ago
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<p>Sunday 7 May and most people in NSW are waking to a pretty damp and chilly morning.</p><p>Next Sunday, Dave and I will have woken in Nyngan after a 548km dash from Newcastle the day before. Hopefully the weather will be better than today! (I hate packing away cold wet camp gear!)</p><p>We'll be preparing for an 8:30am departure by getting dressed in our "Circus" fancy dress and checking the Corolla is ready for a big day of 637km (136km unsealed) from Nyngan to Packsaddle. Stay tuned for updates. Mike</p>
1 year ago
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Helen Cox gave $50.00.
Good luck Mike
1 year ago
Helen, Thanks for supporting our fundraising efforts. Cheers from Mike
1 year ago
Thanks Helen! Great to have you onboard. DW
1 year ago
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Daniel Butler gave $100.00.
Good luck Dave and Mike. Love Dan B
1 year ago
Thanks Dan! Fantastic to have your support. DW x
1 year ago
Dan the man! Thanks for your support. Mike
1 year ago
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david walkley gave $100.00.
1 year ago
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Mike Bromfield gave $100.00.
We've made our $5000 fundraising obligation!
1 year ago
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Scott Tilden gave $100.00.
A 96 Corolla could do this with a sump full of sand and a fuel tank filled with cola... they are indestructable.. Good on you Mike and David
1 year ago
Thanks Scott... final days drive today. Rolling in to townsville... before the long drive home on Sunday. We appreciate your support. Mike
1 year ago
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Stephen Ryder gave $25.00.
Well done - congratulations
1 year ago
Thanks Steve & Chris. It was a fantastic trip and collectively this rally has so far raised over $2.22m for cancer research. :-)
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The Impact, Outcomes & Charity

Shitbox Rally is a dedicated fundraising event for cancer research with funds going to Cancer Council.

Cancer Council is one of the largest non-government funders of cancer research in Australia. We conduct and fund research studies across all cancers and all stages of the cancer journey.

Thanks to the community funds raised such as Shitbox Rally we can fund world-class research that reduces the impact of cancer for everyone.

$50 million over the past 15 years has been raised by Box Rallies to date, supporting ground-breaking projects such as:

  • A research study to develop a vaccine that protects against lymphoma cancers.
  • A research trial to standardise international guidelines on melanoma removal.
  • A research grant to revolutionise the treatment of pancreatic cancer.

These projects wouldn’t be possible without your support.