MARGARET River will be hosting a special dinner to raise money for the Tour de Cure WA.
The Tour de Cure aspires to assist with the funding of cancer research, with their goal to reach $3.8 million by the end of the financial year.
The team of 30 Australian cyclists are riding from Albany to Bunbury from Wednesday November 26 to Saturday November 29 to raise money for vital cancer research for Perth based charity Melanoma WA, supporting projects across Australia.
Tour de Cure WA Ambassador Matt Fullton said the funds would create melanoma support packs for South West GPs.
“The purpose of the melanoma support packs is to fill the void between initial diagnosis and referral to a specialist,” Mr Fullton said.
"We’re excited to be bringing the event to the South West of WA for the first time and are really looking forward to supporting the local communities of WA.
"Margaret River is going to be the highlight of the tour – presenting a significant cheque to Melanoma WA and riding through a stunning region of Australia," he said.
The Tour de Cure riders will also visit several primary schools along the way, including St Thomas Moore in Margaret River to spread a cancer prevention message to over 2000 school children.
The dinner will be held at the Quality Inn Margaret River with Melanoma WA’s chief executive officer Clinton Heal in attendance to accept a $10,000 cheque raised by the cyclists.
By attending, dinner participants will become part of the unique cycling experience, with awards being given out for the day’s ride along with the presentation of the cheque to go towards the cancer prevention project in the local community.
To book a place at the 2014 WA Country Tour Community Dinner this Friday, head to http://www.trybooking.com/112414.
