WHY I am doing this
This is about so much more than a bike ride.
Yes, I'm taking on the 160km Breakthrough T1D One Ride to raise funds for type 1 diabetes research.
But the real challenge isn't 160 kilometres on a bike.
The real challenge is living with type 1 diabetes every single day.
As someone living with type 1 diabetes myself, this cause is deeply personal. I understand firsthand the constant balancing act, the daily decisions, the sleepless nights and the responsibility that comes with managing a condition that never takes a day off. While technology and treatments have improved over the years, there is still no cure, and the burden of living with T1D remains significant.
Type 1 diabetes can affect anyone, at any age. Every day, 8 Australians receive a diagnosis that will change their lives forever.
For the more than 140,000 Australians living with T1D, there are no days off. It's a relentless 24-hour condition that demands constant attention, requiring up to 180 extra decisions every day just to remain safe and healthy.
The burden extends far beyond blood sugar levels. It affects people physically, emotionally, mentally and financially. It impacts not only those living with T1D, but also the families, partners and friends who carry the worry alongside them.
And the consequences can be devastating. Severe hypoglycaemia can be life-threatening. Longer-term complications can affect eyesight, kidney function, the nervous system and cardiovascular health.
That's why this ride matters.
Breakthrough T1D is the world's leading funder of type 1 diabetes research, driving life-changing advances that are improving lives today while working towards tomorrow's cures.
Every dollar raised helps fund research, innovation and hope.
By supporting this ride, you're not only backing me through 160km on a bike, you're helping support every person and family affected by type 1 diabetes, including mine, and contributing to the research that will bring us closer to a world without T1D.
Please support this incredible cause by making a donation today. Together, we can move closer to a future where no one has to live with type 1 diabetes.
Thank you for your generosity and support.
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Thank you to my Sponsors
$261.25
Benjamin Van Wyk
$216.50
Mum And Dad.
We are so proud of you, and your quiet determination. From the day of your diagnosis, and every day since, you just quietly do what it takes to live life on your terms and to show your boys that anything is possible.
$216.50
Farrington Five
Go Matt! You are amazing and we are proud to support you and the cause xxx
$215
Ben & Vicky Wells
Go. You good thing, GO!! Xx
$215
Mads And Kyle
$162.75
Michele And John Shanahan
You are an inspiration and a reminder that good health is more than good luck. Enjoy the ride.
$106.75
Brooke Handcock
Good luck Matt! You’ve got this!
$106.75
Steph Naidoo
Good Luck Matt!!
$106.75
Ben Fountain
$106.75
Heseltine Family
$106.12
Matt Madsen
$106.12
Zac And Alex
$106.12
Sam And Ines
$106.12
Mark Brown
$106.12
Lillian And Tom
$106.12
Murray Morehouse
$106.12
Bob Tracey
As the parent of a T1D child, we live with the highs and lows every day. Improvements are happening such as G7 sensors and Omnipod Insulin Delivery System, but finding a cure is the ultimate goal. Wish you all the best.
$106.12
Kathy W
Well done Matt
$106.12
Shane Mccarthy
Well don't Matt for supporting a great cause.
$100
Anonymous
$54.84
Joel W
This is money for you to buy wine to bring back to me ;)
$54.84
Melissa Esplin
$54.84
Segedin Family
Good Luck, Matt!
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Anonymous
Go well Matt
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Foss Family
$54.84
Steph Cannavo
$54.84
Michael Madden
$54.84
Scott Young
Great cause Matt.
$54.84
Anthony Cryan
Thank you for doing this.
$54.84
Chrissie, Conor, Noah & Sorcha
Best of luck!
$54.84
Billie Mladjenovic
$54.84
Dianne Parkinson
$54.84
Lou Jupe
I’m a mum of Gracie Diagnosed at the age of 13. We walk your path everyday too! Your mum is a very dear friend of mine. Thanks for riding for awareness xx
$54.84
Talei, Malakai, Julia & Craig
Great work Uncle Matt.
$54.84
Stef Black
$54.84
Angie Kelk
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$50
Gross Fam
Keep on inspiring others Matt!!
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Anonymous
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Anonymous
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Isaac Wilcock
Crush it King. One of my heroes š„°
$28.43
Gavin Ford
$28.43
Deb Davis
$25
Shaun Mcdonald
Great work Matt! Fingers crossed we T1Ds will get that cure one day soon!
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