Goal $5,000

Shear Madness

Fundraising for Cancer Council
Cancer Council
Mystery Box Rally 2026
$10,331
Raised
207%
Our Story …

Hi, I'm Michelle and this last year has been a challenge, with many firsts I'd rather not have had to experience, but hey here I am to tell the tale. In November 2024 after noticing a lump in my neck, I was diagnosed with Follicular Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma, a blood cancer which affects the lymphocytes (white blood cells) that support the immune system. This resulted in 7 months of chemo and immunotherapy leading to remission, however a further 2 years of maintenance treatment is now underway.


Lymphoma affects more than 7300 Australians each year and is the 6th most common cancer in adults in Australia but can affect people of all ages, including children and babies. It is the most common cancer in young people aged 15-29 years and is the 3rd most common cancer in children aged 0-14 years.


In an effort to give back to Cancer Council, who have been supportive in so many ways throughout this journey, I'm thrilled to announce that my BFF of over 50 years, Marie, is taking part with me in the Mystery Box Rally 2026. Marie's husband Greg was also diagnosed with Non-Hodgkins lymphoma and underwent treatment, whilst her dad, Malcolm, unfortunately lost his fight with oesophageal cancer, so what better way for 2 besties to celebrate life.


This rally will have us driving our 1993 Mitsubishi Magna 'Shorn' along outback roads, setting off from Charleville in Queensland & returning to Charleville 5 days later. Each day in between is a mystery, we have no idea where we'll be headed until just before departure the next morning. It’s not just about the drive—it’s about making a difference in the fight against cancer.


Every participating team is required to raise a minimum of $4,000. Every dollar raised goes directly to Cancer Council and helps fund vital cancer research, which is why we're doing everything we can to hit our goal. Your support, whether big or small, will have a real impact on helping discover new treatments, hopefully including a cure for lymphoma, and all of the other incurable cancers diagnosed in Australia annually.

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Here's what I'm doing …

Mystery Box Rally is a 5-day challenge like no other. Participants drive 25+ year old cars along a mystery route, through some of Australia’s most stunning (and often rugged) landscapes, all in support of cancer research. It’s not a race—it’s a challenge and more importantly, a celebration of the power of community.

Yes, the cars break down, and yes, there are plenty of unexpected twists along the way, but that’s all part of the fun. The rally is designed to be a colourful and unpredictable experience, where teams travel in small groups, helping each other along the way. And when the day’s drive ends, we gather around the campfire, share stories, and reflect on the day’s achievements.

This event brings together people who have been impacted by cancer in different ways—whether it's through their own battles or through loved ones. Together we’ll make memories that last a lifetime while supporting the fight against cancer.

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raised: $353,727
target: $1,500,000
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4 months ago
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Tanya Baker gave $200.00.
All the best Wench on this new adventure So very glad you’re still around to annoy the shit out of me for a long time to come xx
1 month ago
Thanks for your loving words, as always, and for your support on this journey. Luv Wench x
4 months ago
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Paula Jean Hayes gave $50.00.
The drive to survive takes on a new meaning... Go you good thing Michelle. So proud of you.
1 month ago
Thank you so much PJ. Your support has helped me through this crazy journey x
3 months ago
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Rebecca Starling gave $50.00.
Have fun and good luck!
1 month ago
We'll have a blooming good time on our journey and really appreciate your support to help us achieve our fundraising goal. Thanks Rebecca
3 months ago
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Flower Sales gave $265.00.
3 months ago
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Stephanie Brooker-Jones gave $1,200.00.
Good ONYA WENCH! Have a WILD + WOOLLY run + ! May the DAGs be many along the route and keep the CRUTCHING up! SBJ and DB
1 month ago
Thank EWE sooo much Brookers. Your ongoing support, wise cracks and of course amazing donation has helped me (and us) reach the goals and raise the BAAA :-)
3 months ago
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Judy Kirkham gave $100.00.
All the best❤️
1 month ago
Thanks Judy for your support. Will keep Lindsay in my thoughts whilst driving through the bush x
3 months ago
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Anonymous gave $50.00.
2 months ago
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Mark Rivett gave $100.00.
Good luck Michelle and Marie. Have a ball!
1 month ago
Onya Riv, you're a GoodEgg :-) Catcha for a coffee one day when you're out of the truck
2 months ago
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Josh Steel gave $25.00.
Hey Michelle - have the best time and good luck with the roof lining - you have got this! Team BeetleBug
1 month ago
Thanks BeetleBug for your support and advice. Best of luck with your ShitBox adventure, I'll be up for more tips when you get back!
2 months ago
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Sally Williams gave $100.00.
1 month ago
Appreciate your donation Sal, it will help the smart ones find new treatments, and hopefully cure for those of us that currently, don't have one x
2 months ago
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Anonymous gave $150.00.
Well done Michelle! Enjoy it!!
2 months ago
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Anonymous gave $200.00.
Such a wonderful cause and so excited for you both undertaking this rally together.
2 months ago
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Harvey & Paulette Smith gave $50.00.
Thank you for steppung up and helping also being an insperation in fighting this damn disease. Also cant thank u enough for your ongoing personal support and strength you are giving us with this fight
1 month ago
Keep up the fight Harvey and thanks for yours and Paulette's donation during your own battle. Best wishes on your journey x
1 month ago
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Wise Farm Equipment gave $250.00.
Well done Michelle & Marie.
1 month ago
Amazing! Thanks Kane and Wise Farm Equipment for your donation and support for our cause toward raising vital funds to assist research into cancer treatments and cures. Regards Michelle & Marie
1 month ago
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Fiona Smith gave $500.00.
To Michelle and Marie, I would like to support your crazy adventure with a donation towards the fight against cancer, a decal to stick on Shorn, and the very best wishes for a successful, safe, and unforgettable rally. Lots of Love ❤️❤️
1 month ago
Ewe are awesome! Thanks so much for your donation and supporting our cause. watch closely to the shenanigans along the way - both before and during the rally xx
1 month ago
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Kaylah Bailey gave $50.00.
All the best girls 💕
1 month ago
Thanks Kaylah for your donation. Your support is very much appreciated xx
1 month ago
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Tapscott Rural Fencing gave $2,000.00.
4 weeks ago
Thank you so much for your wonderful support through sponsorship and involvement in putting this all together x
1 month ago
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SAL Real Estate Naracoorte gave $90.00.
4 weeks ago
The support from your business toward our cause is greatly appreciated. Many thanks
4 weeks ago
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Gary Tapscott gave $100.00.
Wishing “ewe” both all the very best and trust that you can raise lots of money for a very good cause!!
4 weeks ago
Thaks Gary for your lovely donation. We hope that we keep you and Yvonne entertained along our crazy journey
4 weeks ago
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Anonymous gave $50.00.
Go you good girls
4 weeks ago
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Southeast Motor Company gave $200.00.
4 weeks ago
Thank you so much for your support. With your donation we can help make this journey more successful in our venture to raise funds and support cancer research
3 weeks ago
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Trevor Doecke gave $50.00.
2 weeks ago
Thanks Trevor for your support, its much appreciated
3 weeks ago
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Egremont Pastoral gave $100.00.
2 weeks ago
Thank you so much Georgie for supporting Team Shear Madness and our adventure to find a cure
2 weeks ago
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Patrick Ross gave $1,000.00.
2 weeks ago
Wow, thank ewe so much Patrick. Your donation is very much appreciated and will go a long way to helping researchers find new treatment options.
2 weeks ago
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Field Days gave $325.00.
1 week ago
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$1,813.45 was received
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1 week ago
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Rosa Settimio gave $50.00.
Go ladies. A great cause x
1 week ago
Thank you so much Rosa for your donation. Marie and I really appreciate your support. Regards Michelle x
1 week ago
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Simon Brown gave $100.00.
Keep up the good work Michelle. The car looks amazing.
1 week ago
Wow thanks Simon for your donation. Yeah, we had so much fun painting the old thing and were pretty chuffed how he came up. xx
5 days ago
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Easter Raffle gave $581.00.
2 days ago
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Easter Fundraising gave $532.00.
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Fundraising - Our Impact

Founded in 2009, Box Rallies has raised well over $50 million for cancer research with our chosen beneficiary being Cancer Council.

We are proud to be the funder of national cancer research projects after the Australian Government. These enormous funds raised go towards vital cancer research projects.

Thanks to the community funds raised such as Mystery Box Rally we can fund world-class research that reduces the impact of cancer for everyone.

  • $55+ million raised since 2010
  • 100% of fundraising goes directly to Cancer Council
  • 76 cancer research programs funded to date

Click here to find out more about the cancer research we fund.