I've created this page because I want to make a difference.
💙 Doing It For Dad
Every finish line has a purpose.
This page is dedicated to my dad and every person and family affected by brain cancer.
Every race. Every challenge. Every finish line.
A chance to raise awareness, fund research, and stand with those fighting this disease.
Because every step has the power to make a difference.
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Doing it for Dad <3
Sunday 23rd AugEarlier this year, my family received news that changed our lives overnight.
My dad was preparing to undergo heart surgery when he mentioned to his cardiologist that he had been experiencing headaches, moments of confusion and forgetfulness. Thankfully, his cardiologist decided something didn’t sound right and organised a CT scan before the procedure.
The scan found a golf ball-sized tumour in the back of his brain.
Dad was diagnosed with glioblastoma, an aggressive form of brain cancer.
Nothing prepares you for news like that.
Before this happened, I knew cancer affected millions of people and families, but I don’t think you can truly understand the impact until it walks through your own front door.
The fear. The uncertainty. The appointments and treatment. Time away from work. Financial pressure. And, hardest of all, watching someone you love go through something they never asked for.
Our family has been fortunate enough to support Dad through this journey, but many families facing cancer don’t have the same support or financial security.
That’s why I created Doing It For Dad.
This fundraiser isn’t about raising money for my dad. It’s about using his story to help other people and families affected by cancer.
And I’m going to do that the best way I know how.
By running, riding, racing, competing, hosting events and continually challenging myself to do hard things for a purpose much bigger than me.
I’ve completed my first marathon.
I’ve ridden 100km from Brisbane to the Gold Coast.
Next is the Noosa Triathlon, followed by HYROX, with plenty more challenges to come.
Every finish line has a purpose.
If you’re able to donate, whether it’s $5, $10, $20 or more, I would be incredibly grateful. A small contribution from a lot of people can make an enormous difference to families going through one of the hardest periods of their lives.
If you can’t donate, sharing this page and Dad’s story means just as much.
I can’t change what has happened to my dad.
But I can choose what I do with it.
And if our family’s hardest chapter can help make someone else’s a little easier, then I’m going to give it everything I’ve got.
This one’s for you, Dad. ❤️
Doing It For Dad.
Every finish line has a purpose.
Thank you to my Sponsors
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Aleks Rayward
$540
Mgtvy Coaching
❤️
$250
Macro Mike
Stay strong for dad mate! 💪💪❤️❤️
$216.50
Brandon Cittadini-smith
Best wishes mate
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Diann Morris
$200
Leon 🤝❤️❤️
$163.43
Cale Henderson
Hey Legend, I know how you’re feeling as my dad is going through cancer he’s was told her had 12 months but he’s on the mend. I just want to say you’re not alone and cherish these times as much as you can. Sending my love 😍
$162.75
Nicholas Roberts
$150
Lia And Matt Wall
$150
Rhiannon
$117.43
Chris Boor
Proud of you bro, thank you for the gels electrolytes and inspiration at the race 🫶
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Lauren Harris
Sending love to the whole family and so amazing you’re able to do something like this to raise money for something so important 🫶🏻
$106.75
Brock Mcnulty
$106.75
Angelina Rutherford
Your family is so strong ❤️
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Paul And Babs Morris
💕💕
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Jack Dillaway
$106.12
Helen Owen-cooper
Such a worthy cause!
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Courtney
$100
Joseph
$100
Jessica Tovey
LOVE YOU
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Sophfit Coaching
❤️❤️
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New Paradigm Coaching
❤️
$100
Isha Mohammed
$100
With Purpose Coaching
Sending all my love and support 🩷
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Dylan Rogers
Big hugs mate
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Alana
Thinking of you and your family during this difficult time! 🫶🏼
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Erin H
You’ve got a massive army of support backing you and Dad! Keep crushing the goals x
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Jess Maclennan
$55.95
Shake And Tay
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Anonymous
$54.84
Daniel Dickens
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Michelle Lynam
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Dillon Kovacs
$54.84
Janet Kan
Go Nick! We need more people like you!
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Sharnee Donges
Give em hell Uncle Don. Great way to bring awareness to a good cause Nick. Always here for you guys like you’ve been for us. Sharn, Tay and Marcus
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Jackiem
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Anonymous
My deepest thoughts and prayers are with you and your family bro! I’m here to support you in any way I can. Keep strong brother! ❤️🙌🙏
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Madison Marr
My thoughts and prayers are with your family!
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Alessandra Colombini
$50
Shani Gordon
Why does it have to happen to the good ones. Good on you for doing this Nick ❤️
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Shumack
We are thinking of you and your family Nick ❤️🩹
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Sonia Evans
My Heart ❤️ goes out to you Nick and to all your family and to your brave Dad . He most be so proud of the son he has raised you lead with your Heart in everything you do . Love and Light always ✨️ 💛 💕
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Yulia Rudduck
My mum also has cancer… it is been almost a year since her cancer back. And we are still not sure how bad it is I think in her age in hospitals they don’t really care
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Dani Potter
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Sam Tuppen
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Michelle Byrne
Hey Nicolas, Love you, love your family. XX Michelle
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Kaz
Only my best wishes for you Don xx
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Jack Waddell
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Bek Hebden
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Jess Calder
Go nick! Sending your dad & family strength during this time 💙
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Chloe Richards
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Jess Heath
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Andrea Lategan
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Sheila Longa
Supporting an incredible cause for an incredible man. ❤️ Every step, every dollar, and every act of kindness brings hope. Thank you for honouring your dad and raising awareness for brain cancer. Wishing your family strength, courage, and the love of a community standing behind you. You’ve got our support. 💙
$23.50
Well done mate