What’s Happening?
Rapid Relief Team (RRT) volunteers from Toowoomba, Ipswich and Warwick have completed eight days of support for Pollie Pedal, a charity bike ride through regional Queensland.
The volunteers served meals and refreshments to cyclists and support crews. Meanwhile, the ride is raising funds for Wandering Warriors.
Why It Matters
Wandering Warriors helps Special Forces veterans transition back to civilian life.
RRT Director Rod Martin said the organisation was pleased to support the charity ride again.
“We are honoured to support this important cause, raising money to care for those who put their lives on the line for their country,” Mr Martin said. “Veterans deserve our respect and gratitude – and RRT thanks them for their service and sacrifice.”
Local Impact
Volunteers from Toowoomba joined teams from Ipswich and Warwick throughout the eight-day event.
Together, they provided free meals and refreshments as the cyclists travelled through regional Queensland.
“RRT was with the riders all the way, providing free meals and refreshments to keep them going on their epic ride,” Mr Martin said.
By The Numbers
- 600 meals kept cyclists and support crews fed during the eight-day ride.
- 28 cyclists took part in Pollie Pedal alongside their support crews.
- More than $7 million has gone to charitable causes through Pollie Pedal since its launch.
Zoom In
Pollie Pedal raises funds for Wandering Warriors, which assists Special Forces veterans returning to civilian life.
Throughout the ride, RRT volunteers supported participants with food and refreshments.
Zoom Out
Former Prime Minister Tony Abbott and Opposition Leader Angus Taylor founded Pollie Pedal in 1998. Since then, the event has raised more than $7 million for charitable causes.
RRT began in 2013 to assist emergency services during disasters and crises. Since then, the organisation has expanded its work through charitable donations and community events.
What To Look For Next?
RRT now has more than 16,500 volunteers. The organisation continues to provide food, donations, and other resources to frontline workers, emergency services, and communities.
It also continues to host community events and provide charitable support.