Politicians, students and community members took to stationary bikes on Manly’s beachfront last week for the Royal Far West (RFW) Spin Off Challenge, raising $60,000 for the charity in the process.
To celebrate 100 years of supporting country kids, RFW invited the local community and businesses to take part in the 100 kilometre ride challenge.
Manly MP James Griffin took to the cause held on 6 November, powering through more than 35 kilometres, while Jacqui Emery, RFW chief executive officer also had a turn. Students from Manly Village Public School were among the community members joining in on the fun. On the day there was a DJ, prizes to be won and a great atmosphere.
The money raised from the event will help Royal Far West expand vital developmental and mental health services to children in rural and remote communities. “Country children face unique challenges accessing healthcare,” Jacqui Emery said. “This event (was) about compassion, connection and impact – not competition.”
RFW has been delivering health services from its Manly base since 1925. Through its Centre for Country Kids, virtual care programs and in-community outreach, RFW supports thousands of children each year who would otherwise go without. Children in very remote areas are up to twice as likely to start school developmentally vulnerable compared to their city peers.
Those who missed the event can still donate by visiting: royalfarwest.org.au
