Goal $5,000
Fundraising for Cancer Council
Cancer Council
Shitbox Rally Spring 2022
$11,275
Raised
226%
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Crete and are really pleased to announce that we're taking part in Shitbox Rally 2022 Spring!! This year, all the teams are driving their shitboxes from Mackay to Darwin.

Shitbox Rally is the largest community lead fundraiser for the Cancer Council in Australia and is now in its 13th year. Part of the participation is that all teams have to raise a minimum of $5,000 but most teams raise well above this amount as you can see with the 2022 Spring rally target set at $2,500,000 plus.

These funds go to the Cancer Council and we are extremely proud to be doing our part to support such a worthy charity. The fundraising is the hard part, so any donation you can give is greatly appreciated. Please make sure to follow our progress via this page and the blog post below.

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Shitbox Rally is the adventure of a lifetime challenging participants and their cars, worth no more than $1,500, on a 7 day drive across Australia to raise money for cancer research.

The rally is not a race – it’s a fun, colourful, unpredictable adventure with participants travelling at their own pace in smaller groups. Vehicles often break down but “we never leave anyone behind” and each night is spent camping beneath the stars and celebrating the day’s achievements. It all adds up to an incredible opportunity to see Australia’s vast and beautiful countryside and make lifelong friends, many brought together after experiencing cancer themselves or seeing cancer impact family and friends.

Since it’s inception the rally has been the largest fundraiser for the Cancer Council nationally.

raised: $1,949,614
target: $2,500,000
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1 year ago
The Crete’s
Cathie McMaster gave $50.00.
Need any more passengers??
1 year ago
Hi Cath. Thanks so much for your donation to the Cancer Council and for supporting us in this mad adventure we've signed up for. You'd be an awesome extra passenger if they allowed more than two in a team!! Remember there's a bed here if your next trip to Sydney coincides with us being here - we are off to Yamba on Monday for a couple of weeks then home for a little while before our next jaunt wherever that may be! xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Vicki Reckling gave $100.00.
Go you two! What a great experience. Looking forward to following your journey x
1 year ago
Vic, thanks so much for your generous contribution to the Cancer Council and for your encouragement in this made caper we've signed up for. xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Sandra Roderique gave $100.00.
Awesome! Good luck guys xxSandy & Mark
1 year ago
Hi Sandy and Mark, thanks so much for your generous donation. We will probably need the luck you wished for us so thanks for that too. Will keep you posted with pics xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Gabrielle Whelan gave $200.00.
Good luck!
1 year ago
Thanks so much for the generous donation Gabbi (and for the good luck wishes which we will likely need) xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Peter & Edith Bosscher gave $100.00.
Great cause. Have fun.
1 year ago
Thanks so much Ed and Peter for donating to this worthy cause and for supporting us to do so as well xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Janene Ridhalgh gave $100.00.
Good on u both. Such a worthwhile cause.
1 year ago
Oh Neen, thanks for your generous donation to this worthy cause and for supporting us to support it too xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Lachlan Ridhalgh gave $250.00.
Looking forward to the photos!!
1 year ago
Lachy and George, thank you so much for your generous support of our involvement in the Shitbox Rally. Will keep you posted as we work towards securing our newest Shitbox and our preparations for this mad adventure. Thanks again xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Peter Machin gave $30.00.
Years ago I went on the 1st Bourke to Burketown Rally organised by the Variety Club. Wonderful memories and stories! Good luck and look forward to following your progress!
1 year ago
Thanks so much for your donation Pete. Crete and I will look forward to hearing about your experience on the Variety Bash one day. Thanks again xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Muma Machin gave $100.00.
Don’t blow a tyre darlings xxx
1 year ago
Thanks for the donation and support, as always, Mum. Love you xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Ian McClure gave $150.00.
Best of luck you two and what a great cause. I hope Anna's driving. The McClures
1 year ago
Thanks for your very generous donation to this great cause Teddy and Anna xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Julie Major gave $100.00.
Good luck guys
1 year ago
Thanks for the donation Jules, you are a star xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Nicholas Wright gave $100.00.
Only if Crete drives Half the Trip!!!!!!!
1 year ago
Thanks for the donation Nick, much appreciated xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Ben Middleton gave $100.00.
Sounds a blast …
1 year ago
Thanks for the donation Benno, very generous and thoughtful of you. Much appreciated xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Gavin Opie gave $100.00.
Will you come back? Will you get there? Who are you?
1 year ago
Thanks for supporting us to support the Cancer Council Gav - hopefully we'll get there, and back xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Kath Waugh gave $100.00.
Well done Anna and Crete...what an adventure for a great cause.
1 year ago
Thanks so much for your support Kath - an adventure and good cause for sure xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Michael Kearins gave $100.00.
no sidetracks...stay to the Road!!!!
1 year ago
Will heed your advice Spear - thanks for your support of this wonderful cause xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Francesca Nicholas gave $50.00.
Good luck Anna & Crete
1 year ago
Thanks so much Chess, your support of this fantastic cause is much appreciated xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Dan Lewis gave $200.00.
Sounds hellish! Onya both
1 year ago
Thanks for your generous support Dano, much appreciated xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Mark Ridhalgh gave $200.00.
good luck
1 year ago
Thanks for your generous support of this great cause Mark; we'll need all the luck we can get so thanks for that too xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Jennifer Cole gave $50.00.
Can’t wait to see you guys rolling well
1 year ago
Thanks so much for your support Jen; we'll keep you posted with updates and pics when the time comes xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
GREGORY SWIFT gave $100.00.
Best of luck from the Swift's , looks like great fun .
1 year ago
Hi Swifty, thanks to you and Cath for donating to the Cancer Council and for supporting this mad adventure which, as you said, should be great fun (in the name of a great cause). Thanks again xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
nick mcdonald gave $200.00.
Dont get lost . Please let Anna drive for everyones safety
1 year ago
Hi Nick, thanks for your generous donation to the Cancer Council on our behalf. Hopefully he'll let me drive some of the way xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Anonymous gave $50.00.
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Luke Ridhalgh gave $100.00.
Good luck Geoff and Anna. x
1 year ago
Hi Luka, thanks so much for the donation you made to the Cancer Council for our upcoming Shitbox Rally. Very generous of you and very much appreciated. We'd love to see you next time your'e in Sydney so let us know and we'll organise dinner or something. Thanks again, Anna xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Serah Melhuish gave $100.00.
1 year ago
Thanks so much for donating Sadie x
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Jennifer Mackenzie gave $50.00.
Wonderful cause Anna & Crete!
1 year ago
Thanks again Jen x
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Helen Pratt gave $200.00.
Sounds like a wonderful rally! Have fun!
1 year ago
Hi Helen. Thanks so much for generously donating to the CC. We'll look forward to keeping you in the loop along the way with pics etc. xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Bob Macansh gave $200.00.
Suggest the hot springs in Mataranka for a soothing NT experience. Then stay in Kathrine. Enjoy the rally.
1 year ago
Thanks again Bobby x
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Sally Long gave $20.00.
Go Team Ridhalgh xxx
1 year ago
Oh Salam, thanks so much for the donation to the CC xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
stewart roberts gave $100.00.
1 year ago
Thanks for the donation Stewart, see you soon I hope x
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Sven Graham gave $200.00.
Have a great time, no shallow graves
1 year ago
Thanks you Svennie (and Jane) for the very generous donation you made to the CC for our involvement in the SB Rally xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
John McKillop gave $200.00.
1 year ago
Thanks again Wollop x
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Simon Basheer gave $250.00.
Crete and Anna Safe driving. Wonderful cause. Simon and Sarah B
1 year ago
Thank you Simon (and Sarah) for donating to the CC for our mad SB Rally adventure xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
DIANNA MARTIN gave $50.00.
1 year ago
Thanks so much for the donation to this crazy adventure but excellent cause. Looking forward to seeing you in August - bed here if you want xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
John and Anne Spencer gave $100.00.
Good work you two. Best wishes John and Anne
1 year ago
Thanks you Speno and Annie for the donation to the CC. Hope to see you next time we are in Orange xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Jackie Lehmann gave $100.00.
as they say " Go Hard or Go Home" :)
1 year ago
Thanks so much for donating to the CC Jack - you are a star! Hope to see you both soon xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Damian Foley gave $50.00.
Good Luck Crete and Anna, Cheers Axel.
1 year ago
Axel, it was so lovely of you to donate to this cause and mad caper, thanks so much ... hope your'e well xxxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Arnie Berkeley gave $100.00.
1 year ago
Thanks so much for the donation to the CC on behalf of our involvement in the SB Rally Arnie. Have a great weekend at Spears x
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Anna Schwarz gave $20.00.
Good Luck Anna and Crete. What an amazing thing you are both doing.
1 year ago
Hello Anna Banana, that was so lovely of you to make a donation, thanks so much. Hope all is well with you and your little fam xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Kelly Giles gave $100.00.
Drive Safely ? Kelly & Duncan X
1 year ago
Thanks so much for donating to the CC Kel and Duncan, much appreciated so thank you x
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Shaughan and Hugh Cooke gave $50.00.
Good on you two and what fun you will have.
1 year ago
Thanks again Shaughanie and Hughie xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Anne-Marie Morris gave $200.00.
1 year ago
Thanks again AM and Knoxie xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Lyndy Simpson gave $100.00.
Go you two gorgeous people - what a fun thing to do and raising a shitload for the shitbox rally as well Lx
1 year ago
Thanks for your donation and vote confidence Lynd - should be fun and a bonus to be able to raise money for such a great cause xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Mark Davies gave $500.00.
Good Luck
1 year ago
Hi Mark (and Donna). Thanks again for your support and very generous donation to the Cancer Council xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Kate Melhuish gave $100.00.
Good Luck and have fun, Kate, Milenko, Annabel xox
1 year ago
Hi Kate, thanks so much for being so generous in supporting our mad adventure in the rally by donating to the Cancer Council. It's much very much appreciated. See you soon (let's do our getaway to Orange soon). xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Peter Fisher Real Estate gave $200.00.
1 year ago
Thanks so much for the kind and generous donation Hunter, much appreciated xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Ian and Prudence Atkinson gave $50.00.
Hello Crete and Anna, what a fun good thing to do, send us a photo of your car..lots of love to you too x x Ian and Prudence
1 year ago
Ak and Prue, thanks so much for donating to the Cancer Council and for supporting our mad rally adventure xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Aussie Casings gave $100.00.
1 year ago
Thanks Chris, from Crete and I, for your donation to the Cancer Council xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Hamish Black gave $100.00.
Great effort & hope your mechanic skills are up to speed Cheers Jane & Hamish Black
1 year ago
Thanks so much for donating Hamish ... hope you and Jane are well x
1 year ago
The Crete’s
detailed surveys gave $100.00.
driving your normal car Crete?
1 year ago
Thanks so much for donating to the CC Jimmy; see you and Tan soon I hope xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Karen Feeguson gave $100.00.
1 year ago
K & K, thanks so much for donating to the Cancer Council and our mad venture in the rally. We'd love to see you both soon. Thanks again xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Brian Scott gave $200.00.
Good luck Anna and Crete. Cheers, Jo and Brian
1 year ago
Hi Brian and Jo. Thanks so much for generously donating to the CC and for supporting this mad adventure. Will keep you posted and see you soon I hope xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Henry Wilkinson gave $100.00.
1 year ago
Hi Henry and Caroline. Thanks so much for supporting us doing the Shitbox Rally by donating to the Cancer Council. I'm loving seeing your travel pics and can't wait to hear all about it when you get home xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Nala Hub gave $200.00.
Cancer Council is a fantastic organisation and great cause. Well done Crete and Anna.
1 year ago
Thanks again Michelle xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Skye Leicester gave $250.00.
A cause close to many of our hearts… well done Anna and Crete. ???Xx?
1 year ago
Hi Skysie, yes the cause is certainly close to many of our hearts and the Cancer Council do amazing work so we are proud to be supporting it (and no doubt having an adventure while doing so). Thanks so much for your generous donation xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Ian and Prudence Atkinson gave $50.00.
Hello Anna and Crete, so good to get your message, we would love to help, please send a picture of your lovely expensive vehicle XX
1 year ago
Hi Pruie and Ak. Thanks again for donating xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
John Mcguire and associates gave $200.00.
Perhaps the ultimate test of your relationship. Good luck guys. Well done. John and Lisa.
1 year ago
Hi Mags and Lisa. Thanks for the donation and good luck wishes. See you soon I hope; it's been way too long xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Luke Ticehurst gave $200.00.
Good luck!!! We will be there with you in spirit! Lots and lots of love Gus and Gin xx
1 year ago
Hi Gus and Gin, thanks so much for donating to this cause. See you soon I hope xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Christian & Bettina Tuerk gave $100.00.
Go the Crete's!
1 year ago
Hi Christian and Betts, thanks so much for donating to this great cause; much appreciated xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Primrose Anderson Stuart gave $100.00.
Good luck!! Lots of love Primrose
1 year ago
Thanks again for the donation Primrose ... much appreciated xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Kate Murray gave $100.00.
Go Ban and Crete xx
1 year ago
Hi Katie and Jomp. Thanks so much for donating to the Cancer Council on behalf of our mad adventure in the Shitbox Rally. Hope to see you this Saturday xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Brian Fisher gave $100.00.
Charlie and Elle
1 year ago
Hi Charlie (and Elle). Thanks so much for your donation the other night - very generous and much appreciated xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Victoria Walker gave $100.00.
? ❤️
1 year ago
Hi Vic, thanks so much for your donation to the CC. Much appreciated xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Mark Kate Crew Westoby gave $50.00.
Deleted at least 150 emails today and came across this one. Good work team, have fun. x
1 year ago
Hi Kate and Mark. Thanks so much for thinking of us and for donating to the Cancer Council on our behalf. We are looking forward to the rally which is looming fast (hopefully we'll be organised by the 9th October which is when we leave for Mackay). Will keep you posted with pics. Thanks again (hope your'e all well) xxxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Sydney Garden Maintenance & Landscaping gave $200.00.
Hope the shitbox gewts you there in one piece!!
1 year ago
Thanks again for your very generous donation Mel and Gav xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
McGrath Castle Cove gave $500.00.
Great cause mate, enjoy the ride - Sharon & Craig Ireson
1 year ago
Thanks you so much for your very generous donation Sharon and Craig (Team Ireson from McGrath Castle Cove). It is much appreciated!!! Crete and Anna xxxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Annettr Green gave $50.00.
Go for it Anna & Crete! Hope it all goes well.
1 year ago
Hi Annie and Davie. Thanks so much for your generous donation to the Cancer Council. It is much appreciated. We'll hope to see you when we are up your way (coming on 25th November and staying till 10th December). Thanks again, Crete and Anna xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Terri Howe gave $50.00.
Have a blast you two , stay safe and be nice to each other xxx
1 year ago
Thanks so much for donating T xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Lisa Krieger gave $100.00.
All the best Anna & Crete.
1 year ago
Hi Lisa and Tim, thanks so much for the donation; much appreciated. We leave today and will keep everyone posted as to how we go xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
The Crete’s
<p>Humpty packed and ready for the trip from Sydney to Mackay. Looking forward to the adventure!</p>
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Rodney Orrock gave $200.00.
1 year ago
Thanks so much for the donation Rodders and Lib. See you when we return xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Suze & Ken Crombie gave $100.00.
Have a fantastic adventure and helping to make a difference for those with cancer -lots of love ❤️
1 year ago
Thanks Suz and Ken. Will keep you posted xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Sally Fox gave $50.00.
Go Crete & Anna xx
1 year ago
Hi Sal. Thanks for the donation. Hope have a safe flight home today. See you next year hopefully x
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Helen Reidy gave $50.00.
Good luck Anna, Crete & Humpty. Have a fun & fabulous time.
1 year ago
Thanks for thinking of us and donating Helen xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Bruce Johnston gave $100.00.
1 year ago
Thanks for the donation to the Cancer Council Bruce and Joss xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Penny Watt gave $50.00.
Good on you you two. Have fun, safe travels. Love the Watt Family
1 year ago
Thanks for the donation Penel xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Natalie Shaw gave $200.00.
With love from all of us at the 40 year reunion
1 year ago
Hi Nat. Thanks for do acting on behalf of all who attended the 40 year reunion. What a great night. I’ll put some pics of our shot box on the Ascham FB page with a thank you to all xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Mike & Tracy Tresidder gave $200.00.
Good luck Anna and Concrete. I hope you’re doing the driving, Anna. At least that way you’ll arrive safely. Stay safe and dry!
1 year ago
Thanks for the donation to the Cancer Council Mile and Tracey, and for the sage advice regarding preferred driver ?
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Joff and Lib Lee gave $100.00.
Yay team Crete’s!
1 year ago
Hey Joffy and Lib. Thanks for the donation to the Cancer Council and for having us last night. Lovely to see you, beautiful dinner, very comfy bed, too much wine! Hope your day wasn’t too difficult. Thanks again xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Ariane Gallop gave $50.00.
Good luck you two! If anyone can do it you can! Xx
1 year ago
Thanks for donating Ari, see you when we return xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
George and Trish Davidson gave $100.00.
Good luck to you both and enjoy! X
1 year ago
Hi George and Trish. Thanks so much for the donation to the CC, and for your good wishes xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Polly Rutledge gave $200.00.
Hope Humpty gets you there safely Good on you guys ?
1 year ago
Thanks Polly (and Wally) for donating to the CC on our behalf. Humpty going well so far xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Gilbert & Janet O'Brien gave $100.00.
Love your work O'Bs
1 year ago
Thanks Jano and Gilbo for donating to this wonderful cause xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Johnny Nicholas gave $30.00.
Good luck Anna and Crete! Johnny
1 year ago
Thanks Johnny, yiur donation. Is much appreciated x
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Sean Lyons gave $100.00.
Awesome work on the PR so far!! Keep the photos coming. Good luck on the Rally. Hope the road Gods are kind to you. Sean and Anita
1 year ago
Hi Sean and Neets, thanks so much for the donation and for the encouragement re. PR (not usually my forte but for such a good cause I thought I should get my act together) xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Emma Kellow gave $50.00.
Good on you both! Importantly, have fun! Emma and James xx
1 year ago
Thanks for gonatimg yo this wonderful cause Emma and James, much appreciated xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Amber Glanville gave $500.00.
1 year ago
Hi Am, you are AWESOME! Thanks for being so generous in donating too this wonderful cause xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Cin & Ray Eaton gave $100.00.
You two are amazing, take care & have fun (goes without saying)
1 year ago
Hi Cin and Ray. thanks so much for donating to the cause and your lovely words xxx
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Danielle Williams gave $100.00.
Awesome work for a great cause. Wazza and Danza xx
1 year ago
Thanks again Dans snd Warwick ❤️
1 year ago
The Crete’s
Pete Machin gave $75.00.
What a superb effort for The-Cretes team including Humpty! Most of us have known and loved someone who has succumbed to cancer. On the 20th October 2022 it claimed my close mate Brett whose name is now added to the millions of cancer victims. This is a tiny donation added to the efforts of Anna and "Crete" as well as all those who put so much effort into the 2022 Shitbox Rally. I'm sure Brett would applaud your efforts!
1 year ago
Hi Pete, thanks again for donating and for supporting us to support the Cancer Council xxx
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The Impact, Outcomes & Charity

Shitbox Rally is a dedicated fundraising event for cancer research with funds going to Cancer Council.

Cancer Council is one of the largest non-government funders of cancer research in Australia. We conduct and fund research studies across all cancers and all stages of the cancer journey.

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

$41 million over the past 13 years has been raised by Box Rallies to date, supporting ground-breaking projects such as:

  • A research study to develop a vaccine that protects against lymphoma cancers.
  • A research trial to standardise international guidelines on melanoma removal.
  • A research grant to revolutionise the treatment of pancreatic cancer.

These projects wouldn’t be possible without your support.