A family living with T1D
Type One Diabetes has been a part of our family life for a very long time. My older sister Joanne was diagnosed with T1D when she was 11. That was when I was 9 and I am now 57. Back then it was not easily diagnosed, there were no CGM's (Continuos Glucose Monitors) , no pumps, lots of guesswork and lots of hypos (low blood sugar leading to unconsciousness)
Then back in November 2025 I was diagnosed with LADA. Latent autoimmune diabetes in adults (LADA), or type 1.5 diabetes, is a slow-progressing form of autoimmune type 1 diabetes that develops in people over the age of 30. The immune system slowly destroys insulin-producing beta cells in the pancreas and then whammo - you have T1D.
So I’m taking on the Breakthrough T1D One Ride to raise vital funds for type 1 diabetes research. On 21 November 2026, I’ll be cycling through the picturesque Barossa Valley - pushing myself physically to ride 160kms in one hit.
Type 1 diabetes can affect anyone, at any time. Every day, 8 Australians are diagnosed. It’s a relentless 24/7 condition, requiring up to 180 extra decisions daily just to stay safe and healthy.
I would greatly appreciate a small donation from anyone who is interested in supporting me. Thank you for your support!
Currently I rode maybe 50kms max so shall be upping my rides over the coming weeks and shall give updates each week.
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My Updates
Week 7/9 - 13/9
Tuesday 15th Sep This week I got some more rides in which is great.
Week 31/8 - 6/9/26
Tuesday 8th Sep I managed to get in 3 rides. 2/9 I did 43km (379m elevation), 4/9 I did 40km (397m elevation), 9/6 on Fathers Day did 60km (893m elevation). Not a great week as no ride Saturday as I had to get my raod bike repaired.Thank you to my Sponsors
$516
Anonymous
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Anonymous Matched Giving Partner 2026
We're proud to support your ride for a world without type 1 diabetes.
$269.13
Joanne Ludlow
Diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes at just 11, and turning 60 next year, I've certainly experienced my fair share of highs and lows – quite literally! Some overnight lows were pretty frightening, and I'll always be grateful to Mum and Paul, my trusty rescue team, glucagon injections and all! Then came Paul's surprise LADA diagnosis in 2025 – a slower-developing form of Type 1. Not exactly the family club we'd hoped he'd join! Type 1 affects far more than blood sugar, which is why ongoing research is so important. Have a fabulous ride through the Barossa, Paul – I'll happily leave the cycling to you! Here's to more breakthroughs, fewer highs and lows, and hopefully a cure one day! 💕
$269.13
Jenny Mays
Wishing you all the best Paul for the ride. We will be cheering you on from the Explore & Develop Support Office!
$106.75
Patty D
Good on you Paul - I have had the privilege of working with parents & their children with T1D in my early career and witnessed the courage and tenacity of all involved as they took on the 'highs' and 'lows'....management has come a long way since then and will continue to improve....yet you have another challenge ahead of you for sure in that ride.....stay safe ...wish I could join you, Pat
$106.75
Anonymous Matched Giving Partner 2026
We're proud to support your ride for a world without type 1 diabetes.
$106.75
Noran & Edgar
Good Luck Paul !! 💪 💪
$106.75
Belinda Ludlow
Good on you Paul for doing this ride. Make sure you put water, not the Barossa's finest red in your drink bottle!
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Paul Ludlow
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Adrian Barakat
Good luck, great cause.
$80
Anonymous Matched Giving Partner 2026
We're proud to support your ride for a world without type 1 diabetes.
$55.95
Natasha Keen
Good luck, Paul! We admire your commitment — 160km is an incredible effort for such an important cause. Wishing you a strong ride and lots of support along the way!
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Vincent Moran
Well done, great cause. I hope that you make the start of the ride ;^)
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Anonymous Matched Giving Partner 2026
We're proud to support your ride for a world without type 1 diabetes.
$29.96
Dejah
This is a great cause Paul! My sister in law also has type 1 diabetes and I see first hand how it affects someone physically and mentally, especially that she is pregnant and my neice will be due in October (can’t wait) due to diabetes pregnancy has been quite challenging for her as she has been in and out of hospital. I hope my little donation can help another family or person.
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Tanara Heln
Can we track you as you complete this?
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Megan Moore
Good luck Paul!
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Shaun Chen
Enjoy your ride, Paul! T You are amazing
