My training progress
2 km
My target
42 km
Why I'm walking
Why it Matters:
Access to reliable healthcare is something many of us take for granted. For people living in remote communities, medical care can be hours away, and in an emergency, every minute counts.
The funds raised through Oceans to Outback help the RFDS:
Reach patients faster in emergencies
Deliver essential healthcare services to remote communities
Ensure Australians can access medical care regardless of where they live
My Why :
Having grown up out west, I understand firsthand how difficult it can be to access medical services and specialist care when you're living in a remote area. The RFDS has been a vital lifeline for countless families and communities across Australia, and supporting this challenge is a way for me to give back to an organisation that makes an incredible difference every single day.
I'm fundraising for the Royal Flying Doctor Service
Australia is a big country, and for those living in remote, rural and regional areas, access to immediate care isn’t a guarantee. For some communities, the nearest hospital is eight hours drive away.
This October, I’m taking on a month-long fitness challenge to help more people access the care they need. By going further, I hope to raise as much as possible for the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS).
Every year, the RFDS reach more than 330,000 Australians with 24-hour emergency retrieval and primary healthcare services. That’s one person every two minutes!
Together, we can keep the Flying Doctor flying and continue their life-saving work. Please donate to my challenge today!
So far this year
I’ve helped provide...
4
Laryngoscopes – used to assist in intubating and ventilating a patient.
3
Life-saving medical chests for a remote, rural or regional community.
2
Defibrillator Pads – used with a machine to monitor a patient’s cardiac health.
TOP DONATION
Here's how much Jodie has raised
to keep the Flying Doctor flying!
Jodie has raised a grand total of $264 over 2 years!
Thank you to my supporters
100% Total Legends
Facebook Donation
$100
Top Fans
Proud Supporters
Amanda Barker
$36.62
Jodie Barker
$36.62
My Updates
Preparation!
Wednesday 16th Sep
Fundraising Update
Today I started mapping out my daily walking route for the Oceans to Outback Challenge while I'm in the office. With October fast approaching, it's clear that summer is definitely on its way, and the warmer weather is already making itself known.
Despite the heat, I'm committed to reaching my goal of walking at least 42km to support the Royal Flying Doctor Service and the vital work they do for people living in rural and remote communities.
Thank you to everyone who has supported me so far. Your encouragement means a lot and helps keep me motivated. If you'd like to support my challenge, any donation, big or small, would be greatly appreciated. Together, we can help make a real difference while I work towards smashing my walking goal.
