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SMILE WITH DANE



Dane Waites to ride for Nardy House
Pambula to Batemans Bay
18-23rd of November 2024

Ultra distance athlete Dane Waites has today committed to a new fundraising event. Over six days Dane will cycle from Pambula to Batemans Bay a distance of 180 km.
The ride will start on November 18th 2024 and conclude November 23rd.
Dane aims to raise funds and awareness for Nardy House, specifically for therapy services to improve the quality of life for residents at the House.
The event marks a departure from Danes forte- running.
Often a champion for marginalised and vulnerable members of the community , Dane continues with his charitable work, including a much publicised 4000 km Perth to Pambula run, completed in 2017 , raising funds and awareness for autism and mental health charities.
Dane aims to involve schools en route and promote good health, both mental and physical, as well as inclusiveness and road safety." Dane is a legend mong the kids in my unit," says Dave Britton, Deputy principal and Head Teacher of the Special Education Unit at Bega High School.

Route Schedule

1st day- 18/11/24 Pambula to Bega
2nd day-19/11/24 Bega to Nardy House , Quaama
3rd Day-20/11/24 Nardy House Quaama to Bermagui
4th Day-21/11/24 Bermagui to Narooma
5th Day 22/11/24 Narooma to Moruya
6th Day 23/11/24 Moruya to Batemans Bay via Mogo

Statement from Dane Waites

Hello to all my supporters
This is an exciting and important story
In 1993 my parents and I heard about Nardy House. We were supportive.
In 2001 my book Smiling at Shadows was launched and at a book signing I met Denise, CEO of Nardy Huse. It reminded me of my dream to do a charity event for my friends at Nardy House.
Therapy has given me hope and is a huge part of my great life and I want to create an awaareness and raise funds for extra therapy for Nardy House.
Thank you very much for your support
Keep smiling
Dane

Statement from Denise Redmond, Nardy House CEO.

Dane has shown strong commitment to his fund raising efforts for Nardy House.
His original plan to raise money for increased therapy for residents was interrupted by the pandemic, followed by Dane sustaining a long-term debilitating injury.
Dane was not dissuaded by setbacks and will undertake his project via a bike ride.
We are really impressed by Dane's persistence and determination and his long-term wish to assist our organisation.
Denise

For more information, including a schedule of stops, visit: nardyhouse.org.au
Visit Dane's Facebook Page: Smile with Dane
All media enquiries , please contact: Junee Waites : [email redacted]
Dane and Denise Redmond ,Nardy House CEO




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Denise Redmond
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New South, Wales
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