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Why I'm Running Solo in The Great Wheelbarrow Race
Hi, my name is Bodie Bloore, and I’ve decided to take on a challenge that’s bigger than myself.
I will be running 140km from Mareeba to Chillagoe (Far North Queensland) with a wheelbarrow to raise awareness and funds for epilepsy—a condition I was recently diagnosed with.
Epilepsy affects 1 in 25 people, yet so many of those living with it feel unseen, unheard, and uncertain about their future. That’s why I’m supporting the Epilepsy Foundation—to help bring hope, answers, and support to those who need it most.
This condition turned my world upside down. One moment, I was healthy and thriving, working towards my fitness and career goals. The next, everything changed. I lost my driver’s license, my independence, and the certainty that I could continue the life I had built.
Then came months of testing. Doctors couldn’t explain why I kept having seizures. At first, they told me it wasn’t epilepsy. But after a 12-hour brain wave test with my specialist in Cairns, they finally uncovered the truth—I had epilepsy.
I’m one of the lucky ones. With life-changing medication, I’ll soon regain my ability to drive and regain a sense of normality.
But for many others, their journey is filled with fear and endless uncertainty. Some people live with epilepsy that can’t be properly managed with medication. Others suffer frequent seizures, waiting years for a diagnosis. Too many people feel alone, scared, and without answers.
That’s why I’m pushing myself to run this 140km. To shine a light on epilepsy. To raise funds for research, treatment, and support. And to stand with those whose voices often go unheard.
I hope that as I take on this challenge, you’ll stand with me by making a donation.
Every dollar helps fund life-changing research, improve treatments, and offer hope to those living with epilepsy.
Together, we can make a difference.
Thank you for your support—it truly means the world.
My Updates
65 Days To Go🔥
Tuesday 4th MarThank you to my Sponsors
$312.90
Lyndall Piagno
$292.04
Anonymous
$208.60
Adrian Lautenbach
Proud of what you're doing. Enjoy the run
$106.12
Melissa Bloore
$106.12
Jasper Bloore
$106.12
Ben B
Go Bodie, good onya
$106.12
Riley & Sarah
$106.12
Reef
Killing it bro💪 good luck
$106.12
Vanessa Lautenbach
Go Bodie. Super proud of you 💜
$106.12
Anonymous
$106.12
Wendy Dinkin
Dear Bodie, it’s amazing and wonderful what you doing to help so many people. X
$54.12
Anonymous
Bodie you are an inspiration! All the best.
$54.12
Jo Ooi
All the best to you on this challenge.
$54.12
Kerry De Lany
$54.12
Andi James
So cool you're doing this. So proud of our not so little Bodie boy. X
$54.12
Simon James
Good on you Bodie.
$54.12
Kris Keough
All the best Bodie, what an amazing thing to do.
$54.12
Stefan R
$54.12
Christopher Cartlidge
Good on you Bodie
$54.12
Georgie Montague
Wishing you a very successful run and fundraising campaign.
$54.12
Kate Ziebarth
Amazing Bodie!
$50
Anonymous
Go Bodie
$33.15
Cathy Bissett
Love your outlook and attitude Bodie!
$33.15
Vicki Stearn
Congratulations on your valiant effort raising money for the Epilepsy Foundation Bodie. It will be a challenge but with your grandmothers strong blood in your veins I have no doubt you will achieve your goal. Go for it🏃🏻♂️➡️🏃🏻♂️➡️🏃🏻♂️➡️good luck Vicki😘
$27.81
Jay Jull
So proud of you. Keep up the good work.😊
$27.81
Beau Santarossa
Good luck bodie. Good on you mate
$27.81
Nikki Lowmass
Congratulations on taking on such an event. Wishing you every success in re-gaining your life and independence. Your mum must be very proud of you.
$27.81
Kate Griffiths
$27.81
Beth Sykes
Go Bodie!
$25
The Sisterhood Of The Travelling Wheelbarrow Team
Best of luck with your campaign.
$24.70
Leslie Munro
$22.58
Alyssa Ting
Good work Bodie!!
$22.10
Jess Alera
Best of luck on your run. You are so inspiring.
$17.16
1800 437 453 or (03) 8809 0655
donations@epilepsyfoundation.org.au
We wish you well.