Cheque Presentation
Chairmans Report
14th April 2009
RIDE FOR THE HILLS bush fire victims relief 2009
Chairman’s Report
February 7th 2009 Black Saturday, a day of tragedy that has been written into Australian history as fire storms swept across the landscape of Victoria taking with it the lives of so many.
As the enormity of the tragedy began to unfold and the courage of many was put to the test we witnessed the very best in humanity and in the Australian sprit to help a mate in need.
Against all odds fire fighters, essential services and volunteers did what they could to protect life and provide support for the fire affected areas.
The need to do something overwhelmed everyone that watched as events unfolded and the motorcycle community that has enjoyed the roads and hospitality of the fire effect areas could not be a silent whiteness.
On Monday February 9th a group of independent riders with representative from various clubs, associations and forums in attendance discussed what action we could take to assist in the recovery effort. The key objective was to always remain conscious of the sensitivity of the fire victims as we moved forward and Ride For The Hills bush fire victim’s relief 2009 was born.
Over a period of 8 weeks a core team of committee members swelled to over 100 including volunteers, marshals and authorities on the day. The event received support from a wide range of industries including motorcycle, building, tourism and catering all contributing to the event.
The City of Port Phillip and The City of Whittlesea provided the stage, Victorian Police provided the support and logistic and we, the motorcycle riders of Victoria, provided an overwhelming response to the call.
The willingness of all involved to work together and make a difference was demonstrated throughout the planning and was reinforced on Sunday 5th April 2009 when approximatly 3000 motorcycles riding as one from St Kilda to Whittlesea in support of the bush fire victims.
Ride For The Hills raised approximatly $ 42,000 for the Red Cross bush fire appeal and demonstrated the need for continuing support of those effected by the fires.
On behalf of Ride For The Hills we say thankyou and congratulations to all of the committee members that worked so hard to make this event happen, to the volunteers, motorcycle clubs and associations, sponsors, Victorian Police and to all the riders that participated.
Ride For The Hills web site remains open for further donations.
Thankyou
Philip Cassap
Chairman
RIDE FOR THE HILLS bush fire victims relief 2009
Chairman’s Report
February 7th 2009 Black Saturday, a day of tragedy that has been written into Australian history as fire storms swept across the landscape of Victoria taking with it the lives of so many.
As the enormity of the tragedy began to unfold and the courage of many was put to the test we witnessed the very best in humanity and in the Australian sprit to help a mate in need.
Against all odds fire fighters, essential services and volunteers did what they could to protect life and provide support for the fire affected areas.
The need to do something overwhelmed everyone that watched as events unfolded and the motorcycle community that has enjoyed the roads and hospitality of the fire effect areas could not be a silent whiteness.
On Monday February 9th a group of independent riders with representative from various clubs, associations and forums in attendance discussed what action we could take to assist in the recovery effort. The key objective was to always remain conscious of the sensitivity of the fire victims as we moved forward and Ride For The Hills bush fire victim’s relief 2009 was born.
Over a period of 8 weeks a core team of committee members swelled to over 100 including volunteers, marshals and authorities on the day. The event received support from a wide range of industries including motorcycle, building, tourism and catering all contributing to the event.
The City of Port Phillip and The City of Whittlesea provided the stage, Victorian Police provided the support and logistic and we, the motorcycle riders of Victoria, provided an overwhelming response to the call.
The willingness of all involved to work together and make a difference was demonstrated throughout the planning and was reinforced on Sunday 5th April 2009 when approximatly 3000 motorcycles riding as one from St Kilda to Whittlesea in support of the bush fire victims.
Ride For The Hills raised approximatly $ 42,000 for the Red Cross bush fire appeal and demonstrated the need for continuing support of those effected by the fires.
On behalf of Ride For The Hills we say thankyou and congratulations to all of the committee members that worked so hard to make this event happen, to the volunteers, motorcycle clubs and associations, sponsors, Victorian Police and to all the riders that participated.
Ride For The Hills web site remains open for further donations.
Thankyou
Philip Cassap
Chairman
Prize Winners
The following people won the first 5 prizes of our raffle.
1st Prize - Daraen Forrest
2nd Prize - Peter Buchlak
3rd Prize - J. Lane
4th Prize - Mick Thornton
5th Prize - Brendan Murphy
Congratulations to all those people. Those that did not collect their prize on the day have been contacted already to arrange delivery.
Ride Review
Online Book - 68 pages of photos and memories
Ride Details
Date: Sunday, 5th April, 2009
Time: Depart at 11:00am. Assembly from 8:00am
(Daylight savings begins at 3am, so don't forget to move your clocks backward one hour!)
Start: Pier Rd, St Kilda
Finish: Whittlesea
All proceeds to the Australian Red Cross Victorian Bushfire Appeal Fund
http://www.bluekingbrown.com/
Registration
“$20 per rider, pillions for $1”
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Pre-registration has now closed. Thank-you. You can still register on the day at the registrations desks. If you have pre-registered, please ensure you collect your yellow ribbon from the "fast-track" green registration desk. Thanks. |
Prizes for pre-registrations ONLY are...
- 1st - 1 x Alex Gobert RRPA Rider Training Program - Donated by Alex Gobert's Road Race Performance Academy
- 2nd - 1 x Set of Dunlop Qualifier Tyre's (180/190) - Donated by Madaz
- 3rd - 1 x Bitchin Bitumen book signed by Cameron Donald (TT Rider) - Donated by Bitchin Bitumen
Donations
“Make a donation to the Ride for the Hills charity collection”
If you live interstate or can't make the ride, you can still help and be a part of the Ride for the Hills charity collection. Online donations are also valid entries for the Registration prizes. Additionally, a prize for the largest donation amount is ...
- 1 x pair of Alpinestars GP Pro Glove's signed by Noriyuki Haga - Donated by Peter Stevens Ringwood
Other Goodies
“Auction/Raffles and Giveaways”
The generosity of the motorcycle community has been tremendous with their support and donations and there is still more to come. So far we have the following items that will be up for auction/raffles and giveaways:
- 1 x Bolwell S7 Bicycle - Donated by Bolwell
- 1 x Ten Kate Shirt Signed by the 2009 riders; C Checa, A Pitt, R Kiyonari, J Rea, and K Sofuoglu - Donated by Road Rocket
- 1 x Ten Kate Crashed Tank Guard from PI testing on 22nd Feb '09 and signed by Andrew Pitt - Donated by Road Rocket
- 1 x Bitchin Bitumen Book signed by Fabian Foret - Donated by Bitchin Bitumen
- 1 x Bitchin Bitumen Book signed by Noriyuki Haga - Donated by Bitchin Bitumen
- 2 x Bitchin Bitumen Books Unsigned - Donated by Bitchin Bitumen
- 3 x Sets of Weekend Warrior 1 & 2 - Donated by Bitchin Bitumen
- 3 x Legends Magazines signed by Cam Donald (Cam airborne featured on cover)
- 1 x Alpinestars GP Pro Gloves Size M - Donated by Peter Stevens Ringwood
- 1 x Alpinestars WR1 Gore-Tex Gloves Size M - Donated by Peter Stevens Ringwood
- 100 x Stroke Magazines - Donated by Full Throttle Racing
- 20 x Caps - Donated by Full Throttle Racing
- 2 x Jackets - Donated by Full Throttle Racing
- 5 x Hoodies - Donated by Full Throttle Racing
- 6 x Dyno runs - Donated by DynoBike
- 1 x School Day - Donated by California Superbike School
- 1 x Tiger Angel Yellow and Black Element Size S plus – Donated by Tiger Angel
- 1 x V8 Supercars Sprint Gas Racing Jacket signed by Greg Murphy – Donated by Greg Murphy and Sprint Gas Racing
- 1 x Netrider Baseball cap - Donated by Netrider
- 1 x Netrider Red/black Polo Top Size L - Donated by Netrider
- 1 x Netrider Red/black T-shirt Size XL - Donated by Netrider
- 1 x Netrider Number Plate surround - Donated by Netrider
- 2 x tickets to the "Yamaha Race Team Party" hosted by Club Y at the 09 MotoGP + 2 x 12 month Gold Membership to Club Y - Donated by Club Y
- 5 x Yamaha Packs, including Yamaha bag, towel, sunnies,stubby holder, keyring, bottle opener + 5 x 12 month Gold Membership to Club Y - Donated by Club Y
- 1 x Yamaha Race pack including Yamaha Polo shirt and race cap + 1 x 12 month Gold Membership to Club Y - Donated by Club Y
- 1 x $219 Gift Voucher + 1 x Cap - Donated by Draggin Jeans
- 1 x 5 Night Stay Three Bedroom Villa Voucher - Donated by All Seasons Phillip Island Eco Resort
- 1 x 3 Night Stay Two Bedroom Villa Voucher - Donated by All Seasons Phillip Island Eco Resort
- 1 x 2 Night Stay Two Bedroom Villa Voucher - Donated by All Seasons Phillip Island Eco Resort
- $250 for every set of wheels sold - Donated by GZA Australia
- 1 x All Weather Clock & Mount - Black clock face, 1" Handlebar Mount (Value $74.95) - Donated by Clockabout
- 3 x 6 month subscription to Two Wheel Magazine - Donated by Two Wheels Magazine
Help Promote Ride for the Hills
• Banner - 468px x 60px, white background.
Direct link @ http://www.rideforthehills.org.au/images/banner.jpg
• Donation widget - Click the 'Add to site' link on the widget above to get the HTML code.
• Donate prizes - If you are a business or service provider and would like to provide a product or service for our growing prizes list, then please contact us.
Direct link @ http://www.rideforthehills.org.au/images/banner.jpg
• Donation widget - Click the 'Add to site' link on the widget above to get the HTML code.
• Donate prizes - If you are a business or service provider and would like to provide a product or service for our growing prizes list, then please contact us.
MFB Fire Bike
The MFB Fire Bike was introduced in late 2007. Its main role is to promote Motorcycle road safety.
The bike is used to assist Yarra Ranges instructed safety rides, escort many different charity rides and displays to promote both fire and road safety messages. I am honoured and look forward to participate in a worthy cause such as this one to raise money for the fire victims from Black Saturday.
Along with the Fire Bike will be the MFB's new scooter ridden by MFB Racing's team member Lisa Smibert.
The bike is used to assist Yarra Ranges instructed safety rides, escort many different charity rides and displays to promote both fire and road safety messages. I am honoured and look forward to participate in a worthy cause such as this one to raise money for the fire victims from Black Saturday.
Along with the Fire Bike will be the MFB's new scooter ridden by MFB Racing's team member Lisa Smibert.
