Goal $10,000
Fundraising for Cancer Council
Cancer Council
Shitbox Rally Summer 2023
$10,721
Raised
107%
Our Story …

We are raising money for a fantastic cause, The Cancer Council.


We were initially doing this in memory of my Dad, Terry, who passed away 8 years ago, but on 22nd August 2022, my mum Prue also lost her battle with a rapidly spread cancer. So we are now doing this in their honour and for everyone else touched by this insidious disease.


We are taking part in The Shitbox Rally Summer 2023. In March, we are driving an ULTRA RARE Ferrari Falcon Wagon (Shitbox, 2wd car, under $1500) from Rockhampton to Hobart, the long way, via some formidable roads and remote communities. What could possibly go wrong!?


We need your help to raise A LOT of money! IT'S TAX-DEDUCTIBLE! So PLEASE, give as generously as possible via our DONATE NOW button at the top of the page!


Shitbox Rally is the largest community lead fundraiser for the Cancer Council in Australia. They have raised over $32m over its 13 years. These funds go to the Cancer Council and we are extremely proud to be doing our part to support such a worthy charity.


Please follow our progress via this page and the blog post below.

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Here's what I'm doing …

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: $2,159,943
target: $2,000,000
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1 year ago
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Anonymous gave $500.00.
Good luck you crazy kids.
1 year ago
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Judy Freeman gave $100.00.
Cant wait this experience is going to be awesome :)
1 year ago
Thanks for the money honey! So glad you are doing this with me. xxxxx
1 year ago
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Andrew Macleod gave $100.00.
1 year ago
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craig Abraham gave $100.00.
Ok Jude, let's put our money where our mouth is! Up to the sky and back xxx
1 year ago
thank you Craigy for your kind donation
1 year ago
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Wells Family gave $100.00.
Don’t get your box dirty
1 year ago
Cheers Wellls's, thanks so much!!!!! You bloody legend :)
1 year ago
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Meaghan Keogh gave $200.00.
Hi-di-ho neighbours….have an absolute ball can’t wait to hear about it all xx
1 year ago
Thanks for the donation, neighbours! You bloody legends! You secured a ticket to the car launch party....ahem... just made that up, better find a car now... xxxxx
1 year ago
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Helene Meese gave $100.00.
To all family, friends and whoever is fighting the battle …hopefully you find strength to beat this bugger Good initiative Jude and Craig …. Can’t wait to follow your journey Helene
1 year ago
Thanks, Leeney !!!!!!! xxx
1 year ago
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Degan Ellis gave $50.00.
Great cause guys. Enjoy the adventure! Good luck!
1 year ago
Thank Deeegs!!!! Sign up, get your name on the list!
1 year ago
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Chris Miles gave $200.00.
Call me for any mechanical issues
1 year ago
Thanks Smiley and Rhonda. When we need the phone system fixing in the Shitbox, we'll give you a call Chris! :)
1 year ago
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Nerida Griffiths gave $100.00.
Good luck! Such a great cause.
1 year ago
Thanks, Nerida! When they do a Shitbox Rally to Perth, Jude wants to put our name down for that one!!
1 year ago
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Alison Meredith gave $100.00.
Go you good things and a wonderful cause!
1 year ago
Thanks Ali!
1 year ago
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Mark Partridge gave $20.00.
There you go mate, goid luck on your adventure, You Goonie.
1 year ago
Thanks, Mr P. Goonies never say die!!!! :)
1 year ago
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Brooke Manders gave $100.00.
Well done Craig and Jude, great cause, can’t wait to hear about the adventures along the way.
1 year ago
Thanks, Brookeyyyyyyy ! I bet you can wait to hear, we are planning live Carpool Karaoke on the trip and rehearsals are not going well :)
1 year ago
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<p>Yep, it is true, we found the ONLY known existing 1995 Ferrari Falcon Wagon. This urban myth of a Ferrari / Ford crossover IS REAL! As expected, Ferrari denies the prototype exists or that it is the genuine article, but we know it's the real deal deep in our hearts.</p><p></p><p>It was found in a paddock, in country Victoria, Australia. Unused for a few years, once much loved, with adventurous tales to tell, but now needs some TLC. It's in our shed, starting a return to its former glory... and roadworthiness! </p>
1 year ago
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Virgin Advertising Pty Ltd gave $100.00.
Have fun you guys!
1 year ago
Thanks Kerry!
1 year ago
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<p>So, the Ferrari Ford Falcon preparation is well underway, it starts and now stops too! Still a list of things to do for roadworthy, but, we had some success this week! We sourced, some original 1995 Ferrari Falcon badges! Yes, genuine, super rare, Ferrari Ford logos from the original prototypes back in 1995!!! :)</p>
1 year ago
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Anonymous gave $100.00.
Buona fortuna - Dalla fiducia del patrimonio Ferrari Falcon.
1 year ago
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Ann Pearson gave $50.00.
Such a great cause, close to my heart. Good luck with the Red Rocket....... Safe travels! x
1 year ago
Thanks Ann!! xx
1 year ago
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Cynthia Cheney gave $200.00.
We are the stick figures (Phil & Cyn) in the back window - unfortunately Wayne the cat has passed over the rainbow bridge!! We can guarantee that the Ferrari Falcon can go and go and go…. we will be watching your progress!! All the best!
1 year ago
Thanks, Phil & Cyn so very much for the kind donation and for looking after the Ferrari Falcon, and keeping hidden from the collectors, all these years!! You / the stick people will be coming with us all the way! We are on schedule for getting it back on the road and lots of practice trips before the big one!
1 year ago
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<p>The Ferrari Falcon is nearing roadworthiness, new window, shiny brakes, Diff gasket (&amp; original Ferrari Diff cover) and special edition badge !! Please keep the donations coming!!!</p>
1 year ago
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Anonymous gave $100.00.
I can confirm. This is an original, Ferrari Falcon Wagon concept car. It inspired Michael Schumacher and the whole team to our 1996 F1 World Championship. Drive it like you stole it. Giuseppe Ferrari - Maranello, Emilia-Romagna, Italia
1 year ago
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O'Brien Plumbing Northcote gave $250.00.
Shitbox = plumbing, but ours doesn't stink.
1 year ago
O, O, O O'Thanks so much!!!! That's very generous, you tipped us over halfway to our minimum. We highly recommend them, for all your plumbing needs, big or small, give em a call..or click. https://www.obrien.com.au/locations/plumbing-northcote/!
1 year ago
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Rachael Stephenson gave $50.00.
Hey you two I look forward to seeing and hearing about your adventures. It is a wonderful cause. Sadly we all know someone lost to cancer. Travel safe Rach xox
1 year ago
Hey Rach, Thanks so much for the donation it will definitely going to a worthy cause. Keep you posted with car developments and of course the really adventure. cheers Jude & Craig
1 year ago
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Matt Setton gave $100.00.
A great cause. Good luck - hope you get there!
1 year ago
Cheers Matt, thanks so much mate!
1 year ago
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Di Peh gave $50.00.
Good on you guys. Can’t believe you are still using that Frozen photo!
1 year ago
Thanks, Di! I hope the family is all well. Very proud of that photo, years more use in it yet! :)
1 year ago
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David Allen gave $100.00.
1 year ago
Thanks, David! Hope all is well with you and the family!
1 year ago
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Melissa Macri gave $50.00.
Good luck Craig, what an adventure, this is what I call fundraising in style!
1 year ago
Thanks, Melissa! Hope the family are getting plenty of skiing time this year!
1 year ago
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Andrew Burke gave $20.00.
Great work, go the mighty Leaf sprung Ferrari wagon!
1 year ago
Thanks, Andrew! I heard a rumour you were on the original Ford /Ferrari design team back in the day!? :)
1 year ago
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Leanne Lane gave $100.00.
I lost my dad and my brother is currently fighting stage 4, so I wish you all the best and lots of fun.
1 year ago
Thanks so much, Leanne! It's an evil disease, which you are helping find a solution to!
1 year ago
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Janine Soria gave $50.00.
Safe travels!
1 year ago
Thanks, Janine!
1 year ago
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Linda Rickard gave $20.00.
Well done Craig and Jude - spread that awareness in your own unique way ??
1 year ago
Thanks Linda for your kind donation - much appreciated for this great cause!
1 year ago
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Jennifer Donegan gave $50.00.
Please come back alive
1 year ago
Thanks, Jen, we hope to!
1 year ago
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<p>Compromise : Noun: When half the team want the Shitbox to be shiny and bright and the other half wants to keep it Shitbox. ...and it's staying like that...</p>
1 year ago
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Wojtek Laskowski gave $100.00.
good work Craig!
1 year ago
Thanks, Wojtek!
1 year ago
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Craig Williamson gave $200.00.
Have fun guys...........so jealous
1 year ago
Thanks Craig for the very generous donation -its going to a great cause!
1 year ago
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Laura Meese gave $100.00.
Good luck!!!
1 year ago
Thanks very much, Laura! We can't wait for you to come and see the Shitbox in person!
1 year ago
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Michael Michael gave $200.00.
Great stuff Craig!
1 year ago
Mr Michael! Thank you very much for the very kind donation. You must have seen the Ferrari Falcon come through your paint line back in the day!? :)
1 year ago
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Wally Porter gave $50.00.
Have a blast guys, GREAT CAUSE, and all about life & enjoyment along the way
1 year ago
Thanks Wally, for your kind donate to the Shitbox rally. Hope all is good with you Cheers Jude Freeman
1 year ago
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Peter Newton gave $100.00.
Well done guys!
1 year ago
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Jordy Anderson gave $40.00.
1 year ago
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Lisa & Dorian Watts gave $100.00.
Good luck Jude and Craig! X
1 year ago
Thanks heaps guys, for the generous donation to a very worthy cause. Cheers Jude & Craig
1 year ago
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Anonymous gave $100.00.
1 year ago
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Leigh Phelan gave $50.00.
Looks like great fun for an even greater cause.
1 year ago
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Russel Murphy gave $40.00.
1 year ago
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Brandon Freemen gave $50.00.
1 year ago
Thanks, Brandon!
1 year ago
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Anonymous gave $180.00.
Good luck Jude and Craig. The Ferrari looks fabulous.
1 year ago
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Jorja Freeman gave $150.00.
Go get em’ love the Wog & the favourite ;)
1 year ago
Thank you, our favourite international dance sensations! :)
1 year ago
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Grace Freeman gave $50.00.
1 year ago
Thanks, Gracieeeee!!!!
1 year ago
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Coryna Freeman gave $50.00.
Good luck Craig and Judy. I can’t wait to see all of the pics.
1 year ago
Thanks! Great to catch up over Xmas, fun times!!
1 year ago
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Anonymous gave $500.00.
Go you good things!
1 year ago
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Anonymous gave $100.00.
1 year ago
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Sacha Veljanovska gave $30.00.
1 year ago
Thanks very much for the donation Sacha!
1 year ago
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Maschine gave $390.00.
1 year ago
Thank you, you are our favourite super special number 1 sponsor! ;)
1 year ago
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Tracy Engwirda gave $50.00.
Hope you have a great adventure, but not too challenging!
1 year ago
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<p>After a short delay, the Ferrari is finally Roadworthy, Registered and stickered up, ready to go. Thanks to everyone that helped get us here. We've passed the $5k minimum fundraising and are on our way to $6k. Sh*ts getting real!</p>
1 year ago
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Mat Ward gave $69.00.
1 year ago
Thanks Mat!
1 year ago
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Jo Caffery gave $50.00.
Craig... very admirable and worthy cause. Too many people are impacted by cancer but with people like yourself taking the time out to raise money, there's new treatments all the time. It's even better you're able to have some fun on the way.
1 year ago
Thanks Jo! :)
1 year ago
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Keith Moffatt gave $25.00.
All the best on the rally Craig AKA Mildred!!
1 year ago
Thanks Keith!
1 year ago
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David Fabri gave $50.00.
It's heartening to see you do so much for raising awareness etc for the health issues that you do! Here's a pineapple ? for your troubles.
1 year ago
Thanks for the donation Dave! I'll overshare some pics ;)
1 year ago
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Anonymous gave $50.00.
Good initiative
1 year ago
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Romsey Auto Care gave $80.00.
Logbook servicing, vehicle inspections, steering, suspension and Shitbox wheel alignment :)
1 year ago
Thanks for the donation and all the help!
1 year ago
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Fletcher ODonnell gave $50.00.
Go Jude!!! What an unforgettable adventure this will be... for such a worthy cause. Can't wait to hear all about it xx
1 year ago
Thanks heaps for your donation Fletch! Yes, it's all for a great cause! I'll share the pics when you are down!
1 year ago
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Cath Toohey gave $50.00.
Drive safe Craig and Jude xx
1 year ago
Thanks Cathy! What could possibly go wrong!? :)
1 year ago
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John Freeman gave $200.00.
Go Jude I hope you both have great time on this Epic adventure I think Mum and Dad would very proud of you. Stay Safe. Robyn and John
1 year ago
Thank you for the generous donation and kind words. We will keep you posted with updates as we go, it should be a hoot!
1 year ago
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Kylie Groves gave $100.00.
1 year ago
Thanks, Ky! x
1 year ago
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Mark Wright gave $30.00.
Good luck in the rally Craig!
1 year ago
Thanks, Mark. I am sure we will have an amazing experience :)
1 year ago
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Leanne Lane gave $100.00.
Best of luck and have fun.
1 year ago
Thanks, Leanne, very generous!
1 year ago
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ETS gave $200.00.
remember to put some funds aside for a decent outfit! well done on this endeavour, wishing you a safe and reliable journey. cheers J
1 year ago
Thanks very much, Justin, very generous mate. Good luck with the new gig!
1 year ago
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Anonymous gave $100.00.
Great cause
1 year ago
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Peter Newton gave $200.00.
Well done Jude and Craig. All the best for the rally
1 year ago
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Sarah Dalziel gave $100.00.
Go well Jude and Craig! I think it’s great you are participating in this rally.
1 year ago
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Grace D'Aquino gave $50.00.
What a great cause. Enjoy your shitbox rally Jude and Craig. Cant wait to hrar all about it when you get back. Take heaps of photos. Best Wishes Grace
1 year ago
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Paul Findlay gave $200.00.
Best wishes for the rally Jude and Craig. Let's hope you raise much more needed funds for Cancer Research at the Cancer Council.
1 year ago
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Alain Le Bon gave $100.00.
What a great cause Jude and Craig ! Amazing effort !
1 year ago
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Claire (Qin) Li gave $50.00.
1 year ago
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Sue En L gave $100.00.
Firstly, 10 points for the in trend outfit. Very cute! Such an inspiring effort and a noble cause. Well done Jude and Craig. All the best and have a fantastic drive.
1 year ago
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Virginia Bacon gave $100.00.
Good luck Judy and team!
1 year ago
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Lisa Cooney gave $50.00.
Good luck and have a great time Jude & Craig. I'm jealous.
1 year ago
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Anonymous gave $5.00.
1 year ago
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Luke Freeman gave $50.00.
Good luck Jude & Craig love Luke & Ash
1 year ago
Thanks, Luke and Ash, very kind, was great to catch up!
1 year ago
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Matt Freeman gave $100.00.
Good luck guys! Good to see you tonight. Can’t wait to follow along !
1 year ago
Thanks, Matty, very generous, great to catch up!
1 year ago
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Brad & Kat Houghton gave $50.00.
Amazing guys
1 year ago
Thanks so much Kat! Is it 3 years since the last catch-up? Must be due :)
1 year ago
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Jason Baker gave $50.00.
Good luck Craigy boy!
1 year ago
Thanks Jason! Time for a catch up!
1 year ago
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Anonymous gave $30.00.
1 year ago
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Susan Deller gave $50.00.
Sounds mad and marriage threatening :) A great cause Craig and Jude. Looking forward to following your adventures.
1 year ago
Thanks Sue! Car survived and we survived! :)
1 year ago
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Robert Bent gave $500.00.
Love your work ❤️
1 year ago
Hi Robert. Thanks so much for your very generous donation! We are still working on Nick and Trudi to get a 2 wheel charity version going! :)
1 year ago
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WOJTEK LASKOWSKI gave $100.00.
Good Stuff Craig, very worthwhile cause.....
1 year ago
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Bruce Abraham gave $220.00.
Good luck craig and jude from the abrahams
1 year ago
Thanks Abraham Fam! Get on the Rust bucket Rally, there is one on your driveway!
1 year ago
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Bruce Abraham gave $145.00.
Too up as not used to monopoly money
1 year ago
Thanks Bro.
1 year ago
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Jesse Freeman gave $50.00.
1 year ago
Thanks, Jesse, beers are on us!
1 year ago
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Madi Freeman gave $50.00.
1 year ago
Thanks, Mads! XXXX
1 year ago
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Nicola Belcher gave $100.00.
1 year ago
Thanks, Nic! I hope all is well, lets catch up again soon!
1 year ago
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Sam Hutchinson gave $100.00.
Go Craigy and Jude, drive safe love Sam, Ian and Muther ?❤️❤️❤️
1 year ago
Thanks Samantha ka ka ka ka. Can't wait to see you on one of these! :)
1 year ago
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Chris Miles gave $106.00.
So close ?
1 year ago
Thanks for rounding up, wine is on us at the Glenbogle arms!
1 year ago
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Anonymous gave $401.00.
Congratulations to you both what an incredible achievement. Thanks for keeping your family entertained & showing all your nieces & nephews the benefit of having an adventurous spirit. Your parents would be so incredibly proud of you both.
1 year ago
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Sarah Gambling gave $50.00.
For Terry, Prue and my Mum Sue. Well done you two, wish we could be there in person. Go well!! Love Sarah, Martin, Louise & Sophie xx
1 year ago
Thanks, Pixie and fam! Lovely message! xox
1 year ago
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Mark Fulford gave $150.00.
Thanks for the fuel pump
1 year ago
Thanks, Mark, glad the fuel pump helped! See you on another rally soon I hope!
1 year ago
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Anonymous gave $500.00.
Amazing books C.G.Loggie. We are looking forward to making TV Series. Regards Bronte.
1 year ago
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Anonymous gave $20.00.
Congratulations on hitting your target!
1 year ago
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<p>WE DID IT! </p><p></p><p>The Ferrari made it all the way up to the start, all the way down to Hobart and back home again.</p><p></p><p>It was an amazing experience. We exceeded our $10k target and this rally alone raised over $2.1m for the Cancer Council.</p><p></p><p>We couldn't have done it without all our generous supporters, thank you so much for your donations and for making this crazy adventure possible! </p><p></p><p>Thank you.</p><p>Craig and Jude</p><p>xx</p><p></p>
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Team Sponsors
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.

$41 million over the past 13 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.