Three generations across the Simpson

Let’s soar together! Help me raise funds to keep the Flying Doctor flying.

In September this year, our family—Grandfather, Martin (70),who should probably know better,  his son Danny (42) who definitely should know better and grandsons Mack (14) and Hayden (13) who are just young enough to think this is a great idea —will be taking on the challenge of walking 322 kilometres across the Simpson Desert, from Purnie Bore to Big Red, yes…..voluntarily. We will be aided by Maureen (Grandma) age ???, Ros (beautiful daughter-in-law, wife and mother) driving  the support vehicles across the 322km of sand dunes.  Three generations, one big adventure… and, if we’re being honest, probably a few questionable decisions along the way.

There’ll be heat, endless sand dunes, sore feet, and millions of flies and at some point, we expect at least one of us will be wondering whose idea this really was.

But we’re not doing it just for the challenge. We’re proud to be raising funds for the Royal Flying Doctor Service because if you are going to be stubborn enough to walk across the middle of nowhere, it’s reassuring to know The Royal Flying Doctors are out there saving lives and providing vital, life-saving medical care to people living, working, and travelling in remote Australia. Out where we’re walking, their service isn’t just important—it’s essential.

Knowing the Flying Doctors are out there, brings a level of reassurance that’s hard to put into words, and supporting the work they do is something we’re incredibly proud to be part of.

If you’re able to support us, we’d be very grateful. Every donation—big or small—will help keep the Royal Flying Doctor Service in the air and reaching those who need it most.

Thank you for your support—it truly means a lot to all of us.