The Great Wheelbarrow Race 2025

Mareeba Friends of the Foundation

The Mareeba Friends of the Foundation is dedicated to improving patient care by funding vital, state-of-the-art equipment for Mareeba Hospital and surrounding health care centres. Every donation helps make a difference in supporting the health and wellbeing of our community.

This year, the Mareeba Friends of the Foundation have been nominated by four teams participating in the Great Wheelbarrow Race, each aiming to support health care services in Mareeba.

Support Our Teams

Council Cruisers

Mareeba Shire Council

From the Organiser:

Friday 9th May 2025 – Mareeba to Dimbulah, with an overnight stay and celebrations in Dimbulah

Saturday 10th May 2025 – Dimbulah to Almaden with a lunch stop in Petford and overnight stay and celebrations in Almaden

Sunday 11th May 2025– Almaden to Chillagoe with race presentations once the final competitor crosses the finish line.

For further information, please contact either:

Committee Chair

Cr Ross Cardillo
Phone: 0417 757 142
Email: RossC@msc.qld.gov.au

Council’s Corporate Communications Officer

Rochelle Harding
Phone: 07 4086 4606
Email: communications@msc.qld.gov.au