Day 1 Sydney to Hawks Nest. 29th February 2024
260kms | ~2600m elevation | ~ 12 hours
Dawn start 5.30am. Bennelong Point Sydney Opera House. Sydney Harbour Bridge, North Shore Metropolitan Sydney.
Sunrise 6.40am, riding through Bobbin Head Ku-ring-gai National Park.
Hornsby, Old Pacific Highway. Kangaroo Point, Brooklyn Bridge.
Darkinjung Country, Central Coast Region NSW.
Sunrise 6.40am, riding through Bobbin Head Ku-ring-gai National Park.
Hornsby, Old Pacific Highway. Kangaroo Point, Brooklyn Bridge.
Darkinjung Country, Central Coast Region NSW.
Eleanor Duncan Aboriginal Health Centre, Wyong. Mid-Morning rest stop.
Yarn with First Nation Cancer Navigator, Jess Cain-Westaway, and members of EDAS Management Team available to meet with us. In 2022/2023, Jess's position was funded and established for a 3 year term, by the Alpine Everesting Cycling Team (fundraising $100K towards the position) and Tour de Cure.
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Midday and onwards our ride continues...
Lake Macquarie, Awabakal Country.
Swansea Chanel Bridge. Belmont Fernleigh Track. Newcastle / Stockton Ferry, crossing the Hunter River.
Port Stephens, Worimi Country. Medowie, Karurah Bridge. Myall River Bridge.
Hawks Nest, sleepover.
Swansea Chanel Bridge. Belmont Fernleigh Track. Newcastle / Stockton Ferry, crossing the Hunter River.
Port Stephens, Worimi Country. Medowie, Karurah Bridge. Myall River Bridge.
Hawks Nest, sleepover.
Day 2 Hawks Nest to Port Macquarie. Friday 1st March 2024
Day 2 Ride highlights the Mid-North Coast (Country) Region of NSW, with the Project hyper-focus being Port Macquarie-Hastings for 2023/24.
~260kms | 2600m+ elevation | ~ 12 hour day
6am dawn start, Hawks Nest. Worimi Country.
Sunrise ride, Myall Lakes, Mungo Bush, Bulahdelah.
Lakes Way. Forster-Tuncurray Bridge.
Lunch stop, Taree. Manning River (Martin Bridge).
Sunrise ride, Myall Lakes, Mungo Bush, Bulahdelah.
Lakes Way. Forster-Tuncurray Bridge.
Lunch stop, Taree. Manning River (Martin Bridge).
Afternoon ride...
Port Macquarie-Hastings, Biripai Country.
Camden Haven River Bridge. Kew. Bago. Wauchope. Hastings River Bridge. Pembrooke. Telegraph Point. Fernbank.
Camden Haven River Bridge. Kew. Bago. Wauchope. Hastings River Bridge. Pembrooke. Telegraph Point. Fernbank.
Finishing at the Town Green, Port Macquarie, late afternoon.
Run Fest Port Macquarie 2-3 March 2024
Our ride from Sydney to Mid North Coast NSW is then followed by celebrating Run Fest Port Macquarie on the weekend of 2-3 March and supporting this fantastic regional destination event, loved by all its running community.
What does Bridging the Gap mean to us?
Back to basics, a review of dictionary definitions.
'Bridge'. A structure carrying a road, path, railway, access corridor, wildlife crossing etc - across water, land, or other obstacle. To allow people, vehicles, wildlife, cross from one side to the other. 'Be' or 'make a bridge' over (something). "For centuries bridges have been symbols of design and architecture, however, the metaphorical symbolism of a bridge has a deeper meaning. They stand as physical manifestations of our innate desire to connect, to overcome obstacles, and to journey towards new horizons." (studycountry.com).
'Gap'. A space or interval, a break in continuity. A space or opening between two things, or in the middle of something, especially where there is a part missing. It can be a physical gap between man-made structures. It can the gap between landform, 'pass between mountain peaks'. The geographical distance that exists between regional landmarks & resources. Philosophical ‘The gap between generations’. A gap can represent a disparity, difference or inequality between two figures. A difference between two views and/or two situations. A lack of understanding between situations. Gaps in knowledge and understanding of a subject, where more research & resources is needed to fill the gaps. A space of opportunity, to improve outcomes.
Bridge, a symbol for Collaboration. To collaborate and achieve mutual goals of direction. Recognize the importance of meaningful partnerships, networks and connections. Foster innovation and enhance our collective capacity for growth and change.
Bridge, as a Pathway. Bridges extend pathways to new territories, enabling access to improved and new opportunities, including health care support, goods & services, medical technology, education. Expansion, diversification, and the exploration of untapped territory. It encourages us to look beyond our comfort zones and venture into new realms where potential for growth of resources awaits, and are needed.
Bridge as a Resilient Foundation. A well-constructed bridge is built to withstand the test of time, 'weathering storms' and adapting to changing environmental circumstances. Resilient, adaptable, innovative, the ability to navigate through challenges and uncertain times.
Improving Regional Cancer & First Nation Cancer outcomes
Concept thoughts and inspiration behind our 'Bridging the Gap' ride from Sydney City to Regional Mid North Coast NSW:
- Symbolism of the bridge as a pathway to connect & collaborate on regional cancer issues.
- Understanding of imbalances and cultural barriers experienced by our First Nation communities, facilitate meaningful conversation.
- Achieve the mission of our Project through our fundraising initiatives and actively make a difference.
Heart of Courage Project, donate or fundraise with us.
The Project focuses on empowering community to invest in their life fitness and to actively make a difference within themselves as well as fundraise / donate to improve Regional Cancer and First Nation Cancer outcomes. The fundraising goal for the Project is $100K for the 2023/24 Financial Year. We have raised over $55K+ to date.
50% minimum of the funds raised, will be dedicated towards culturally appropriate cancer care support and programs, which address imbalances & inequalities faced by First Nation people (and their families) diagnosed & living with cancer.
The Heart of Courage Project is proudly supporting and fundraising for Tour de Cure. With our hyper focus being the Port Macquarie-Hastings area for the 2023/24 Season, the Project extends its partnership with Hastings Cancer Trust.
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Move to empower your life fitness.
Actively make a difference.
Actively make a difference.
Heart of Courage Co-Founders,
Bec Hoschke & Melinda Cockshutt.
Bec Hoschke & Melinda Cockshutt.
