Vaughan's lap of Australia for Prostate Cancer Research

By Vaughan Kidd

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, Iโ€™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, thereโ€™s so much more we canโ€”and mustโ€”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 youโ€™re a man in your mid to late 40s, get a PSA test! My first one led to my diagnosis and early treatmentโ€”it could save your life too.

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The Route is Set!

Monday 23rd Feb

After thirty years on my bucket list, this trip is finally happeningโ€”Iโ€™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, Iโ€™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 wellโ€‘earned bike service.

Having explored the southwest a few years ago, Iโ€™ll cut east from Perth toward Wave Rock before heading down to Albany to spend time with family. From there, Iโ€™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 familyโ€”with a detour along the Great Ocean Road, because how could I not?

Next, Iโ€™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.

Itโ€™s going to be a challenge, and things may not always go to planโ€”but thatโ€™s all part of the adventure. This really is a trip of a lifetime, and Iโ€™m incredibly grateful to use it as an opportunity to support a cause that means so much.

Raising the bar ๐Ÿ˜Š

Tuesday 27th Jan
A massive thank you to everyone who has donated so far - what an amazing response! ๐Ÿ˜Š
We're raising the bar to $7,000, as weโ€™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.

Thank you to my Sponsors

$43.60

Anonymous

Good luck mate. Post lots of pics for us all. Trip of a lifetime!!!

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Jis

$50

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 ๐Ÿ๏ธโค๏ธ‍๐Ÿ”ฅ

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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 ♥๏ธ๐Ÿบ๐Ÿบ

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Wendy Gardiner

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Bob Sutherland

Wishing you a safe journey ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿฝ

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Dec, Jeorgia & Murphy ๐Ÿ’™

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 โค๏ธ

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Shaan And Tom Coleman

Have a blast of a trip!

$206.20

Vaughan Kidd