4 months ago
Walshs gave $3,000.00.
Goal
$10,000
$10,325
Raised
103%
Our Story …
I'm excited to announce that the old man and I are taking on the Mystery Box Rally in October 2026!
For those of you who don't know my Dad (Peter Senior), he is an Aussie bushie and retired tradie who can fix just about anything with a bit of fencing wire. His job is to keep our 1997 Ford Falcon Ute moving and my job is to raise a bit of money for a great cause. Together, we’re hoping to turn an old Falcon, a lot of kilometres and a few beers into something that makes a difference - all while having fun together.
The rally will see us leave Charleville and spend five days covering around 2,500 kilometres of Australia's outback roads, with no idea where we're headed next until each morning. For Dad, it's a return to familiar territory. For me, it's a chance to swap the office for the outback and reconnect with my roots. While we're expecting plenty of laughs and probably some spirited discussions, we're taking part for a cause that means a great deal to us. We're raising funds for Cancer Council in support of Megan Porter (my best mate's mother) and in loving memory of Maree Burns. We're also dedicating the drive to our sponsors who are closely connected to the cause.
Every dollar raised goes directly to Cancer Council to help fund vital cancer research, support services, and programs that make a real difference to Australian families facing cancer. We're grateful for any support from our corporate sponsors and donations. We're looking forward to enjoying this adventure together.
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.
raised:
$1,486,263
target:
$1,500,000
Team Dodgy Hodgie Feed
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4 months ago
Team Dodgy Hodgie
<p>We've got the beast - now time to customize this into a central Australian rally ute!</p>
4 months ago
Proloan(Aust) Pty Ltd gave $2,000.00.
Dear Pete Senior and Pete Junior,
Congratulations on taking on the Mystery Box Rally 2026, what a fantastic initiative. It sounds like an unforgettable adventure, and we have no doubt it will be filled with plenty of laughs along the way. We can’t wait to hear all about it once you’re back.
Wishing you both the very best of luck on the road. Safe travels and enjoy every moment. We’re cheering you on and admire the effort you’re putting into raising funds for such an important cause.
All the best,
The ProLoan Team
2 months ago
Team Proloan, Thank you so very much for your incredibly generous gift. Dad and I are delighted to raise money on behalf of a great cause (and have plenty of fun along the way). Looking forward to sharing the journey with the Proloan team - thanks again for your support.
2 months ago
Catherine Burns gave $200.00.
Go Team Dodgy Hodgie!! So proud to call you friends! No doubt my Mum would be looking down absolutely chuffed by this! Lots of love and best of luck guys 🥰
2 months ago
Dad and I are delighted to be raising money for the Cancer Council on behalf of your very brave mum! Maree was a larger-than-life character who I reckon would think this is all a bit of a hoot! She’ll be in our hearts and minds as we take on the challenge.
Thanks so much for your generous donation and much love from Team Dodgy Hodgie. ❤️
2 months ago
Neil Burns gave $50.00.
Catty told me it’s in honour of my late wife Maree. Thank you so much and good luck. Regards Neil.
2 months ago
Thank you so much.
2 months ago
Kristy Burns gave $100.00.
Dear PJ and Pete,
This is so heart warming, what a fantastic idea and cause you are fundraising for. Thank you both so much, Mum would be very chuffed. I can’t wait to follow your journey together. Go team ‘Dodgy Hodgie’! 🫶
2 months ago
Hi thank you .
2 months ago
Talent Wealth gave $1,000.00.
2 months ago
Toby thank you
2 months ago
Envisage Technology gave $1,000.00.
1 month ago
Hillhouse Legal Partners gave $1,000.00.
1 month ago
PMC Buyers Agents gave $1,500.00.
3 weeks ago
Tom, David and Megan Porter gave $200.00.
A huge thank you to Peter Hodgson and Peter Hodgson Senior, who will be dedicating their drive in the Outback Shitbox Rally this October to our beautiful Mum, Megan Porter and and in loving memory of Maree Burns.❤️
As a family, we are incredibly proud to support both Peters as they take on this amazing adventure and raise funds for such an important cause.
It means so much to us knowing they’ll be hitting the outback roads with Mum in their thoughts. We’ll be cheering you both on every kilometre of the way!
Thank you, Peter and Peter — our family is very proud to be behind you both. ❤️🚗
3 weeks ago
Madonna and Alan Nutley gave $50.00.
Well done to all concerned. Great stuff.
1 week ago
Antoinette Mosedale gave $50.00.
Amazing cause Peter close to my heart ❤️
1 week ago
Judith Troy gave $25.00.
Great cause and great memories in the making - enjoy!
1 week ago
Tyson Rech gave $50.00.
Great job supporting a great cause. Good luck Petes!
1 week ago
Tim Reece gave $100.00.
Well done team Hodgie!
Team Sponsors
Walshs
PMC Buyers Agents
Talent Wealth
Envisage Technology
Hillhouse Legal Partners
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.
