Leigh John Carmody

I am riding 1,000 km to fight kids' cancer and save little lives. Please sponsor me to support my challenge!

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I've Ridden 301.6 km My goal is 1,000 km

My Rankings

National: 581st
State: 144th in Vic

I've raised $925 My goal is $3,500 Donate Now

My Story

7 Jan 2026

This October, I'm back in the saddle for the Great Cycle Challenge, riding to help kids fight cancer.

Because here in Australia, cancer is still the #1 disease killer of our children. Every year, over 700 kids are diagnosed—and every week, 3 families lose a child. That’s not okay.

Kids should be out riding bikes, climbing trees, getting muddy knees... not fighting for their lives in hospital rooms.

So I’m riding 800 km this October to raise funds for the Children’s Medical Research Institute—to help drive forward the science that saves lives. Better prevention, better diagnosis, better treatment... and one day, a cure.

If you’ve followed my journey before, you’ll know this challenge means a lot to me. And if this is your first time—welcome to the ride. I’ll be sharing every uphill, tailwind, and quiet moment of reflection on the pedals.

👉 Please consider donating if you can. Every dollar makes a difference—and gives a sick kid a brighter future.

Together, we ride. Together, we save little lives.

Thanks for your support — Leigh

My Legacy

Here's my personal impact over 9 years to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.

Ridden

Raised

2018
591 km Ridden

$768 Raised

2019
1,113 km Ridden

$1,002 Raised

2020
1,003 km Ridden

$942 Raised

2021
695 km Ridden

$1,814 Raised

2022
757 km Ridden

$1,631 Raised

2023
723 km Ridden

$1,905 Raised

2024
2,225 km Ridden

$2,590 Raised

2025
Ridden

$925 Raised

2026

7,408 km

Ridden

$11,577

Raised

My Challenge

40.8 km ride - Out n about gcc ride - Sunday, October 11, 2026

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19.8 km ride - Every ride counts gcc - Saturday, October 10, 2026

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9.6 km ride - Lunch Ride - Friday, October 9, 2026

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33.2 km ride - Afternoon Ride - Thursday, October 8, 2026

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28.8 km ride - Afternoon Ride - Wednesday, October 7, 2026

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$500 raised to fight kids' cancer!

I just raised $500 to fight kids' cancer and achieved GUARDIAN LEVEL in the challenge! Thank you so much for your support.

Posted 4 days ago
$250 raised to fight kids' cancer!

I just raised $250 to fight kids' cancer and achieved PROTECTOR LEVEL in the challenge! Thank you so much for your support.

Posted 4 days ago
19.2 km ride - Afternoon Ride - Tuesday, October 6, 2026

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18.1 km ride - Afternoon Ride - Monday, October 5, 2026

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$100 raised to fight kids' cancer!

I just raised $100 to fight kids' cancer and achieved DEFENDER LEVEL in the challenge! Thank you so much for your support.

Posted 7 days ago

My Sponsors

Kick Cancer's Butt Day Matching Donation

“Here's your matched donation from our generous supporters. THANK YOU so much for your awesome efforts to kick cancer's butt!”
$384.63
Received this donation 4 days ago

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Hopes

“Well done! So proud of you!”
$150.08
Received this donation 4 days ago

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Steve Quinn
$103.50
Received this donation 7 days ago

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Brenton Twigden
$51.75
Received this donation 4 days ago

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Casey Johnstone
$51.75
Received this donation 4 days ago

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Darryl Hill
$50
Received this donation 4 days ago

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Raelene Phillips

“Great job Leigh”
$50
Received this donation 4 days ago

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Tammy Fenton
$31.05
Received this donation 4 days ago

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Leigh John Carmody

“kicking things off with with a donation, remember keep an eye out for 2x donation day”
$51.75
Received this donation 25 days ago

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