I'm saving lives.
Every day, 79 Aussie men are diagnosed with prostate cancer. In 2022, I was one of them. Thankfully, mine was found early, and after several tests and surgery, I can now put this behind me.
This August and September, I’ll be taking on the challenge of riding my motorcycle around Australia to raise funds for men and families impacted by a prostate cancer diagnosis. From game-changing research to specialised mental and physical care, there’s so much more we can—and must—do to save the lives of the men we love.
Please support the team working to save lives by making a tax-deductible donation to my campaign in support of the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia.
And, if you’re a man in your mid to late 40s, get a PSA test! My first one led to my diagnosis and early treatment—it could save your life too.
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My Updates
Well on my way!
Wednesday 12th Aug Quick update. Day 11 of my travels and I am in the centre of the Northern Territory. It has been a wonderful experience so far I’ve met so many amazing people along the way. I’m posting regular updates in my Facebook page if you want to check it out and follow my journey 😊
Departure Day!
Sunday 2nd Aug“𝘖𝘯𝘦 𝘥𝘢𝘺 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘸𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘸𝘢𝘬𝘦 𝘶𝘱 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦 𝘸𝘰𝘯’𝘵 𝘣𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘺𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘵𝘪𝘮𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘥𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘴 𝘺𝘰𝘶’𝘷𝘦 𝘢𝘭𝘸𝘢𝘺𝘴 𝘸𝘢𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘥. 𝘋𝘰 𝘪𝘵𝘯𝘰𝘸.” - Paulo Coelho.
Kicking off an 8-week solo motorcycle lap around Australia 🏍️🇦🇺
Equal parts excited, terrified and pretending I know what I’m doing. I don't think I've ever spent so much time planning a road trip. About to find out the hard way what I forgot to pack! 😅
Thank you to everyone who has donated to the PCFA so far!
Let the adventure begin!
Male and over 40? It’s time for a PSA blood test.
Wednesday 29th Apr
Get yourself checked. Tell your mates. Support the cause 
Well, this should be a conversation starter!
Wednesday 18th Mar
A huge thank‑you to Simon and the team at Spot Productions for donating my new top box graphics — it looks amazing!
Hopefully it sparks curiosity and gets people talking. 😊💙 Share
The Route is Set!
Monday 23rd Feb
After thirty years on my bucket list, this trip is finally happening—I’ll be travelling roughly 15,500 km solo around this incredible country on my motorcycle, raising funds for prostate cancer research along the way.
The journey kicks off in Brisbane, heading north to Townsville before turning west toward Mount Isa and up to Darwin. From there, I’ll continue west through Lake Argyle, the Bungle Bungles, and Broome, then follow the stunning west coast down via Exmouth, Monkey Mia, and Kalbarri, eventually rolling into Perth for a well‑earned bike service.
Having explored the southwest a few years ago, I’ll cut east from Perth toward Wave Rock before heading down to Albany to spend time with family. From there, I’ll swing by Esperance to see its famous turquoise beaches, then cross the mighty Nullarbor on the way to Adelaide. The route then winds through Mount Gambier and across to Melbourne to catch up with more family—with a detour along the Great Ocean Road, because how could I not?
Next, I’ll turn northeast to tick off the obligatory lap (or two) of Bathurst and visit the iconic Parkes radio telescope, before spending a few nights with my son and finally making my way back home.
It’s going to be a challenge, and things may not always go to plan—but that’s all part of the adventure. This really is a trip of a lifetime, and I’m incredibly grateful to use it as an opportunity to support a cause that means so much.
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Raising the bar 😊
Tuesday 27th Jan A massive thank you to everyone who has donated so far - what an amazing response! 😊We're raising the bar to $7,000, as we’ve almost hit our initial $3,000 target in less than two weeks. Every donation goes a long way in supporting the PCFA team and the lifesaving work they do. Share
Thank you to my Sponsors
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Adam Quadrio
$120
Kiel PERRY
$45.30
Kelly Whiting
Good job 🙌
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Paul Gilmore
$40
Anne-Marie Robinson
Ride well! All the best for the rest of the journey.
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Steve
Triumph Rocket 3 Roebourne BP
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Jason Johnston
Nice to meet you at Ngumban Cliff Rest Area WA all the best for the rest of your trip. Jason
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Brenraels Dempsey - Doon Doon Roadhouse
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Kemp
I’m so proud of you
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Helen And Jennifer- Outback Spirit - Five Rivers Lookout WA
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Shona Scott
Great work Vaughan!! Legend status x
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Anonymous
Say hi to Michelle for me
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Anonymous
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Grant (Banka Banka Station)
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The Travelling Girls (Barkley Homestead)
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Argylla Camp Kitchen Lady
Have fun on your trip and hope you enjoy the rodeo today.
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Sue And The Mackay Gang
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Marc Ward
Super proud mate, Safe travels on your epic adventure Fund-raising for a great cause 🤙🏽
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Johnny And Jan
Met on the side of the road over the Great Dividing Range. Safe travels!
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Zonika Ramsey
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Aiden Payet
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Helen Weissenberger
Safe travels Vaughan - you are such an inspirations
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The Keens
Hey mate. Sorry I can see you off tomorrow night
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Dion Rossow
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Keeley Moyle Moyle
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Mark Newton
good on you Vaughan. This is an important message to spread around. You rarely heard anything about pc till you got on board the pc ship and all your friends are on board. Then people start to talk about it.
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Jon Doyle
Wow ! Enjoy the adventure Vaughan !
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SIMON MATTHEWS
Well done mate, my story exactly the same caught early and now all good. Well done on the Ride....let me know when u get to Perth...ill shout u a beer!!
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Brett Cholet
Good Luck Vaughan.
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Patrick Privett
Great effort Vaughan. Looking forward to hearing all about your adventures.
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Jim Dabin
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Cohen Stephens
Have a great ride Vaughan. Will be one almighty trip.
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Neil Smith
Amazing effort, both the proposed ride and the cause. Best of luck, and well done on the funds raised so far.
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Gary Hergenhan
Good luck mate safe travels, if these challenges teach us anything it’s live big and enjoy 👍
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Steven Loakes
Thanks for sharing your story Vaughan, best of luck for the journey!
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Anonymous
Good luck mate. Post lots of pics for us all. Trip of a lifetime!!!
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Jis
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Lesley Logan
All the best for an amazing trip Vaughan and safe travels.
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Murray Jones
All the best on the lap
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Arun Govindan
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Julian Ebert
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Ryan Ryu
Great cause and an important message! Enjoy the journey and travel safe.
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David Thorley
Good luck Vaughan, Enjoy the trip!
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Nandha Dhanapaal
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Emma W
Such a good cause - hope you have an amazing trip!
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The Keenz
Burn those wheels 🏍️❤️🔥
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KIM RAWLINGS
I wish you all the best on your ride and may the donations flood in on your travels
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Susan Koch
Good luck with your challenge Vaughan.
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Craig Leeson
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Warren Kidd
Have a safe journey. Do you have a schedule of stops of your trip
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Keith And Lyn
Enjoy the experience of a lifetime
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Anonymous
good onya mate ♥️🍺🍺
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Wendy Gardiner
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Bob Sutherland
Wishing you a safe journey 👍🏽
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Dec, Jeorgia & Murphy 💙
Best of luck, Vaughan! It will be an amazing trip for such a great cause. Safe travels!
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Anita Noiesen
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Robert Stewart
Worthy cause mate! All the best out there and safe travels!
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Carol Stephens
Great thing to do Vaughan, Stay safe on your ride..xx
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Keitha
Might be a bit lonely at times out there on the road. Just donated. Hope you enjoy the open road. xx
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Hanees
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Hair By Coop
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Susan Teodorczuk
Good luck , great cause
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Kylie T
Best of luck Vaughan! What an amazing trip you will have and for a great cause
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Jacklyn MacKenzie
Good luck
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The Hartley’s
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Vanessa Shinkfield
Wonderful cause Vaughan. Stay safe on your travels.
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Michelle Rundmann
Have the best trip! It will be even better raising money for a good cause ❤️
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Shaan And Tom Coleman
Have a blast of a trip!
$206.20
Nice meeting you at the bike shop mate. All the best