The Great Walk 2007

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Walk Brochure

Walk Goals and Mission

Cancer Council Australia

A Word From Michael 

A Word From Lisa

About Michael

Our Sponsors

About PriorityOne

The Walk Tracker.

The Route State by State

The Itinerary – The 58 Walk Legs

Drivers needed

Michael close up

 

 

 

Walkers needed

Contact Michael

0429 199 717

OR

0147 142 246

Satellite phone

leave a voice or text message

as he checks them daily.

Note it is 0147 not 0417

 E: michael@thegreatcancerwalk.com.au

lisa

 

 

 

 

Contact Lisa

0425 710 558

E: lisa.b@thegreatcancerwalk.com.au

Office - 03 9534 4437

The Great Australian Cancer Bush Walk Raising $1m For The Cancer Council. 5th May 2008 – 27th June 2009. Michael is 20 days ahead of schedule.

The Great Walk 2007


PLEASE DONATE HERE!!

You can donate by credit card and leave Michael a message of encouragement at our  online donation page. 

All donations over $2 are TAX DEDUCTIBLE          click here

Michael is raising $1M to support the Cancer Council Australia's lifesaving cancer research and education programs.  You are invited to be part of a unique event in 2008. Australian history will be made with a truly challenging feat full of rewards for all involved.

Veteran bush-walker and secondary school teacher Michael Mitchell will complete a historic 6022km bush walk Cape York QLD to Wilsons Promontory, VIC.  Click here to find out more... 

Sorry we are experiencing technical problems loading new documents and links.  Michael is well and if you copy and paste this link into your browser, you will find him.  The problem is being tackled and will be resolved shortly. Thank you for your patience. Kind regards Lisa Burnett - 11th November 2008 http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&geocode=&q=-25.5791,152.4379&ie=UTF8&z=12&om=1

Aus Walks With Mich Pic7th November 2008 - A day dedicated to Michael, Get Walking and help him raise funds. Click here for the printable version of the poster.  Feel free to distribute. Press Release


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Michael is 20 days ahead of schedule, 2500kms in, and over a third of a way through his walk.   Click Here  to find Michael.

 

Drivers needed for January 2008 click here for info

  • PLEASE DONATE!!!

    Track Michael

    theoTo donate by credit card and leave Michael a message of encouragement at our new online donation and blog click here

     

    P.S. The total listed on Michael's page is not the combined total. Donations are coming in from many places, the ANZ bank account, by telephone, and sponsored walker's online pages.

    You can also donate by direct deposit through any ANZ Bank or by EFT.

    BSB: 013214  A/C No: 485787699 A/C Name: The Great Australian Cancer Bush Walk.

    Gift Deductible Tax Receipts are available upon request. Contact Lisa Burnett

    michaelMichael is now walking towards the $1M and home over the following 9 months. 

    He has completed 5 months and 2500Kms hard walking and right now, he is 20 days ahead of schedule. This means Michael is over a third of the way through his walk.

    Click here for our linked Google Map to find Michael *updated 12th September 2008. Contact Lisa Burnett for more information 0425 710 558. lisa.b@thegreatcancerwalk.com.au

    Michael Mitchell 0429 199 717 OR 0147 142 246 (Satellite phone - leave a voice or text message as he checks them daily. Note it is 0147 not 0417) 

    E: michael@thegreatcancerwalk.com.au

    Be a Sponsored Walker

    News Flash Items

    bsuh walkers 2Maybe you want to reach a personal goal, challenge yourself, or simply be part of something significant, helping others in your community. 

    Give us a call and we will talk you through the walk legs and any questions you many have.

    Michael welcomes your company on the track

    Noll Brothers  are now supporting The Great Australian Cancer Bush Walk. These guys are fantastic musicians!! Check out their website: www.nollbrothers.com.au

    Drivers needed for January 2008 click here for info

    Click here for 'flickr' photo gallery

     

    smartwoolSmartWool has given five bush walkers the chance to win a voucher for $100, through their walking and fundraising efforts.

    Michael is looking for sponsored walkers to join him on a leg or two. Enjoy the bush, fresh air, exercise and maybe reach a personal goal or two along the way.  For more information on how to be a bush walker, click here.

    Bush Walking Clubs

    Driving

    blue skies walkBushwalking has been Michael's passion for fifteen years, so he is delighted by the participation of Australia's Bush Walking Clubs. 

    The experience the seasoned bush walkers will add is an exciting aspect of the bush walk. Walkers have the opportuinty to learn about the environment and history of the area they are walking through.

    We Invite Individuals, Bush Walking Clubs And Other Groups To Join Michael on the Walk.

    car sideAccompanying Michael on his walk is the support crew.  The crew is made up of volunteer drivers, and their families or friends.  We welcome members of clubs across the states to join us on the walk as drivers. 

    Right now, we need drivers for next year and are keen to hear from you if you can volunteer.

    Schools Opportunities

    Contact Us

    north kiellor schoolAs aschoolteacher at Catholic Regional College North Keilor,Michael encourages SRC or similar student groups to consider The Walk afocus for their fundraising efforts during 2008 &2009.

    school kids

    All schools are invited to hold events supporting the cause. So give us a call to tell us of your idea getting the support of the project team. 

    Michael Mitchell - 0429 199 717 OR 0147 142 246 (Satellite phone - leave a voice or text message as he checks them daily. Note it is 0147 not 0417) 

    E: michael@thegreatcancerwalk.com.au

    Lisa Burnett - 0425 710 558

    E: lisa.b@thegreatcancerwalk.com.au

    Office - 03 9534 4437

    PriorityOne is the project manager led by Lisa Burnett enabling Michael to focus and prepare for the walk. www.priorityone.net.au

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    E: Nick.opasinis@priorityone.net.au

    E: info@thegreatcancerwalk.com.au

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