BE FIT, BE HEALTHY, BE HAPPY. That is the message that was delivered to students at Guyra Central School on Monday when the 2016 Tour De Cure pedalled into town.
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Now in its 10th year the Tour de Cure cycle to cure cancer is retracing the inaugural route from Brisbane to Sydney, travelling 1,518km over 10 days and raising more than $2 million to help fund Australian cancer research, support and prevention projects.
The team of 120 Riders, 40 Stage Riders and 40 Support Crew are travelling 1,520kms over 10 days, enjoying the majestic coastline and wonderful Northern Tablelands region, raising much-needed funds for Cancer Research projects, Cancer Support projects, ‘Supporting Someone with Cancer’ Program.
Since 2007, Tour de Cure, has been riding to raise awareness and funds to cure cancer and to support regional communities with cancer projects.
The Tour is much more than a fundraiser – it is also an educational experience which the children at Guyra Central School were able to experience first-hand.
The riders enjoyed lunch prepared by their catering team at the school, and there was plenty of time for students to engage with the riders. The all-important health message was delivered by way of a fun, interactive presentation by the Tour de Cure team.
Jens Voigt, a German former professional cyclist who wore the yellow jersey of the Tour de France twice, delighted the audience with his alter ego FlipMan.
The visit was the culmination of activities which began at the end of last Term, including a water bottle design competition which was judged by the riders. Emily Adams was rewarded with a voucher to the value of $299 to purchase a terrific Specialized 20’ Hot Rock bicycle after being selected as the winning entry.
Michael Looker and Gus White teamed up to design a helmet which featured the Tour de Cure, Guyra Central School Cancer Council and Camp Quality logos. The boys also included ribbons in their design, representing the various cancer types. The helmet was presented to a Tour de Cure rider and at the end of the Tour will form part of a Tour-inspired art exhibition at Tour de Cure functions later in the year.
Students and staff also made gold coin donations with nearly $300 raised for the riders to add to their fundraising efforts.
