The Hutchies 1-Day Crit Challenge Ride was a huge success, raising an incredible $250,000 for Icon Cancer Foundation (ICF) and AEIOU Foundation, supporting cancer research and early intervention services for children with autism.
On Sunday 30 November, 48 committed cyclists took to the Nundah crit track, cheered on by family and friends as they conquered 250km.
Despite soaring temperatures, the spirit and determination of the riders were unstoppable.
The energy around the track buzzed with camaraderie, generosity and spirited determination – and a healthy dose of friendly competition.
One of the most special moments of the day was watching Icon Cancer Centre clinicians ride alongside current and past patients, embodying resilience, strength and hope.
This special collaboration was inspired by Associate Professor James Morton AM, Icon Group’s Director of Haematology and Founder and Director of the AEIOU Foundation. Together with Hutchinson Builders Managing Director Russel Fryer, the vision for the 1-day Crit Challenge Ride came to life – uniting AEIOU Foundation and Icon Cancer Foundation in a shared mission to support families navigating complex health journeys.
A heartfelt thank you goes to Hutchinson Builders, AEIOU Foundation and the many volunteers, supporters, and participants who made this event possible. Your commitment and generosity will help create a real and lasting impact.
We can’t wait to get the wheels turning on next year’s challenge.
A special shoutout to the riders who represented Icon
Icon Allsorts team (left to right): A/Prof James Morton AM, Dr David Grimes, Andy Steele, David Hutchinson, Caitlin Pert, David Chiang and Shane Rainbow. Not pictured Euan Morton.
Icon Allsorts Team
David Chiang – Patient
Dr David Grimes – Medical Oncologist (Wesley & North Lakes)
David Hutchinson – Patient
Euan Morton – Director, AEIOU Foundation
A/Prof James Morton AM – Clinical Haematologist (South Brisbane & Chermside) and Icon Group’s Director of Haematology
Caitlin Pert – Clinical Nurse (South Brisbane)
Shane Rainbow – Patient
Andy Steele – Patient
ICONic Pedalers team (left to right): Dr St.John Newman, Lee Schofield, A/Prof Matthew Foote, A/Prof David Pryor, Carmel Monaghan and Rhys Fitzgerald.
ICONic Pedalers Team
Rhys Fitzgerald – former Site Manager (Greenslopes)
A/Prof Matthew Foote – Radiation Oncologist (Noosa & Greenslopes) & Icon Group’s Deputy Director of Radiation Oncology
Carmel Monaghan
Dr St.John Newman – Radiation Oncologist (Gold Coast University Hospital, Gold Coast Private, Ipswich, Springfield & Greenslopes)
A/Prof David Pryor – Radiation Oncologist (Greenslopes & Redlands)
Lee Schofield
Hutchies Challenge Ride stats:
Together, riders covered an incredible 4,569km, completing 3,808 laps of the circuit.
Ben McDonough of the Hutchies Modular team claimed the top distance, riding an astonishing 202km without a single break.
Our Icon teams put in an exceptional performance:
Icon Allsorts recorded a combined 588km
ICONic Pedalers reached a total of 656km
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