About Us

Tour de Cure origins

After finishing a ride back in October 2006, Geoff Coombes and Gary Bertwistle shared a coffee and chatted. As the chat went on, the topic turned to how they could combine their passion for cycling and contributing to a worthwhile charity.

What started as a coffee between two mates led to Tour de Cure’s registration as an Australian charity and the inaugural tour, in May 2007. The Tour is now into its third year and has raised over a $1million.

2007 – Brisbane to Sydney 1,175km $284,179 raised

A team of 29 people, along with corporate Australia’s support, cycled 1,175km from Brisbane to Sydney and raised $284,179. With such an overwhelming response from corporate and community interests, Australia Tour de Cure’s momentum grew.

2007 Tour de Cure  - Final day riding into Sydney

2008 – Melbourne to Sydney 1,205kms $604,664 raised

In March 2008, less than 10 months after our inaugural tour, Tour de Cure left Melbourne for Sydney on our 2nd tour. A team of 33, again with community and corporate Australia’s support, battled the hills and weather to cycle 1,205km and raise $604,664.

2008 Tour de Cure - Team

2009 – Brisbane to Cairns 1555kms $857,372 raised

In May 2009 a team of over 50 people will ride 1,555km from Brisbane to Cairns with the aim of topping the $600,000 raised the previous year.

To date we have raised over one million dollars and have funded numerous projects.

2009 Tour de Cure - Route

Where the money raised goes

Tour de Cure strategically identifies and funds annual cancer research, treatment, education and awareness projects. We appreciate the support and generosity of corporate and community Australia as they continue to offer pro bono or charity rates for our tour.

Tour de Cure, has been able to safely and effectively conduct our annual tours (feeding, housing and managing teams of up to 33 people) and donate 63% of all funds raised to key cancer projects.

Funded Projects

Some of the projects that were funded in 2007 and 2008 can be found on our Achievements Page

A Day of Inspiration - Event

On top of our annual cycling tour Tour de Cure, partnering with Gary Bertwistle Management and Conferenceworld, manage ‘A Day of Inspiration…Secrets of Achievement’.

This is a one-day annual event where you can hear from the best in their field. At previous Days, Olympians, forensic scientists, extreme sport record holders, doctors, entrepreneurs and entertainers have all lent their insights and experiences.

All speakers and external management donate their time so that proceeds from ticket sales can be given to Tour de Cure.

To find out more about the line up of extraordinary speakers and to register your interest in attending visit the website.