MS: Busting the Myths
MSNZ is thrilled to announce that we have once again been selected as a masthead charity for the 2025 Bangers to Bluff 12-day car rally, organized by the Rotary Club of Half Moon Bay (Inc). This exciting annual event not only supports MSNZ but also several other deserving charities, with over $400,000 raised for good causes in the past nine years!
An Adventure Like No other!
Participants will embark on an unforgettable journey, driving ‘bangers’—vehicles costing less than $2000—from Auckland to Bluff. This unique rally takes teams through scenic, lesser-known routes across iconic regions, creating lasting memories and thrilling experiences. With 18 teams and support crews, the rally promises excitement, camaraderie, and plenty of fun challenges along the way.
Kick-off on 25th March!
On March 25th, the adventurous teams will hit the road. Supported by MSNZ and various regional MS societies encountered along the way, raising funds and increasing awareness of multiple sclerosis in their communities. Teams will compete for trophies in a variety of engaging challenges, adding to the rally’s spirit of friendly competition.
Help Us Make a Difference!
We invite you to be part of this incredible journey by sponsoring our team, ‘Keep Smyelin’. Our goal is to raise $20,000 to improve the lives of those impacted by multiple sclerosis in Aotearoa New Zealand. Your support can make a significant impact!
‘Keep Smyelin’ are taking to the road in their banger, below. We have every confidence it will make it all the way to Bluff, travelling 2,300kms, without any flat tyres, broken fan belts or empty fuel tanks……unlike previous years bangers!
Join us as a Sponsor!
Download our Sponsorship Proposal, and get in touch today to explore how you can join this exciting adventure!
We’d love to have you on board.
Bangers to Bluff 2024 Media Coverage
In addition to raising funds, the Bangers to Bluff rally offers an excellent opportunity for media exposure. Last year’s event garnered significant national attention, raising awareness for MS and those affected by it. Click on the links below to read the articles and see how your sponsorship can be featured!
Exercise is Medicine
One of our dedicated team members, Graham Walker, diagnosed with Primary Progressive MS, will be cycling alongside the rally. Committed to riding at least 20kms each day, Graham
exemplifies the spirit of resilience and determination. His journey aims to raise awareness and funds, showcasing that exercise is indeed medicine.
Follow Graham’s progress on Strava by searching for ‘Graham Walker’ and read his inspiring story covered by Stuff. His journey reflects the camaraderie and determination that this rally embodies.
“My reasons for attempting this are 3 fold; to raise awareness of multiple sclerosis, to raise money for the combined Bangers to Bluff charities and, lastly, quite simply, because exercise is medicine”.
If you would like to follow Graham’s journey you can do so on Strava! Just log in and search for ‘Graham Walker’.
Discover more about this fundraising adventure in this article by Stuff, interviewing Graham about the exhilarating tale of camaraderie and determination, or listen to the radio interview below of Graham on More FM Taranaki.
Exciting Auction Ahead!
At the conclusion of the rally, auction items including the rally cars, Grahams bike and bike rack along with some amazing items from sponsors and donors will go up for auction. There will also be some fantastic mystery envelopes from MS Southland up for grabs. If you can’t attend in person, you can still participate by placing bids by phone. Simply call 027 976 0442 – thanks to William Todd & Co Auctions.
All funds raised will directly benefit charities supported by the Rotary Club of Half Moon Bay, including MSNZ and local MS societies.
Some of the amazing auction items from Bangers to Bluff 2024:
