Goal $5,000

Greek Vikings in a Swedish Kingswood

Fundraising for Cancer Council
Cancer Council
Mystery Box Rally 2022
$18,672
Raised
373%
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After a two year delay we are really happy to announce that we are finally going to take part in the Mystery Box Rally in 2022!! Mystery Box Rally is one of the largest community lead fundraising events for the Cancer Council in Australia having raised over $4.5 million in the last 9 years. This rally will have us driving a car that is 25 years or older along outback roads. We will do approximately 2,500kms in 5 days! We set off from Port Lincoln in South Australia & return back to Port Lincoln 5 days later, each day in between is a mystery, we have no idea where we will be headed until the morning of! In order for us to participate we need to raise $3,500 and every dollar raised goes to the Cancer Council! We would very much appreciate it if you could donate to the cause & help us on our journey!


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Teams will drive their own 25+ year old cars along a mystery route in this unique 5-day challenge, all in the name of cancer research. The route is a loop starting and finishing at the same location, but all the other details are kept under wraps, only given to the teams each morning.

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: $1,182,140
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4 years ago
Greek Vikings in a Swedish Kingswood
Trashy Taxi
<p>Hi Everyone</p><p></p><p>Viv and I are doing the Mystery box rally.</p><p></p><p>Its been 10 years since Viv was diagnosed with breast cancer and we (ok maybe just me) couldn't think of a better way to celebrate life 10 years after the diagnosis than by participating in the mystery box rally and driving a 25 year old car through the bush!</p><p></p><p>Photo below is me picking the car up from the Paterson Hotel near Dungog last Saturday 2/2/2020. $600 who knows what problems we will uncover but upon inspection it needed a good bath, general service and tune, front suspension, hole in the exhaust, PCV system service, battery, air con gas (maybe more), heater core, probably some tyres and that is just my observations before I get it to a mechanic!</p><p></p><p>Still it managed to get from Paterson to Sydney without overheating on a 44 degree day!</p><p></p><p>It's heading to the mechanic on Monday for a full assessment before we start the 'healing process'.</p><p></p><p>In August Viv and I will be starting in Rockhampton and taking part in the Mystery Box Rally. First challenge will be to get the car the 25 yr old Volvo 850 GLT to Rockhampton! </p><p></p><p>The conditions are a 2WD car that is over 25yrs old,l start and Rockhampton and enter a 4 day rally (destination advised on the morning of each day!) that finishes in Rockhampton!</p><p></p><p>We are trying to raise the minimum of $3,500 which is a condition of entering the rally but hoping to raise $5,000 which will go towards cancer support and research.</p><p></p><p>You can donate, participate in a corporate sponsorship or just send your message of support and spread the word.</p><p></p><p>I will keep you informed of the progress with the car and fundraising along the way.</p><p></p><p>A big thanks to my mate Rhyan who drove me up to Dungog to pick up this $#itbox! I would still be looking a round for one otherwise.</p><p></p><p>A shout out to Andrew Jones (Jonesy) one of Australia's biggest socceroo fans who recently passed away from cancer.</p><p></p><p>Looking forward to this awesome journey!</p><p></p><p>Cheers,</p><p>Ang &amp; Viv</p><p></p><p>PS - Photo below is me collecting the car from the owners granddaughter at the Paterson hotel! At 44 degrees the beers at the pub were some welcome relief before heading back to Sydney!</p>
4 years ago
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Angelo Vassos gave $100.00.
Time to get the wheels rolling.......
4 years ago
Greek Vikings in a Swedish Kingswood
Angus Woods gave $250.00.
Nice work AV
4 years ago
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John Tsiklieris gave $200.00.
Keep those wheels in motion!
4 years ago
Greek Vikings in a Swedish Kingswood
Damien Hor gave $100.00.
Good luck guys. Push the pedal to the metal and f&@k cancer! Love DMJS
4 years ago
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Christian Porter gave $100.00.
Have a great time out there AV and Viv, be safe! Christian
4 years ago
Thanks Christian. Everytime I read your email address it cracks me up! I hope I dont get a sauras when driving through the outback on those dirt roads.
4 years ago
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Stan & Evlen Kafes gave $100.00.
4 years ago
Thanks Stan and Evlen. Really appreciate the donation. We changed our team name. We are now called 'Greek Vikings in a Swedish Kingswood'. Your donation has automatically transferred over. Will keep you posted with changes to the car and lead up to the event. Thanks again.
4 years ago
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Ray White Umina Beach gave $250.00.
Great work Gweek
4 years ago
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Barbara Phillips gave $50.00.
Good luck guys!
4 years ago
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D2C gave $200.00.
4 years ago
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Greek Vikings in a Swedish Kingswood
<p>Hi Everyone</p><p></p><p>Thanks to everyone for their donations and getting us off to a great start with the fundraising.</p><p></p><p>A couple of updates this week.</p><p></p><p>Most importantly a name change. After buying a Volvo we decided that we couldnt really stick with the name 'Trashy Taxi'. So we have changed it to something more appropriate being 'Greek Vikings in a Swedish Kingswood'. </p><p></p><p>The inspiration for 'Swedish Kingswood' coming from the Flute and the Salami in recognition of Volvo being as popular as the Holden Kingswood was in Australia!</p><p></p><p>The car has also been to MH Autocare in Hornsby (European car specialist) who undertook an assessment of the Volvo. Turns out that its not so bad and apart from the things I have identified already it should be capable of getting us through the rally and back to Sydney without requiring any major work.</p><p></p><p>Next few weeks will be undertaking some TLC to the Volvo and then start thinking about some decorations.</p><p></p><p>With the name change there is a new link to our fundraising page. For those who have donated already your donations automatically transfer over for anyone else there is a new link.</p><p></p><p>Hopefully this weekend is drier than the last one.</p><p></p><p>For anyone interested in participating in a company sponsorship please get in contact with me or Viv and we can give you the details. </p><p></p><p>Cheers,</p><p>Ang &amp; Viv</p>
4 years ago
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Adrian Halpenny gave $250.00.
Greek + Swedish + Kingswood is a formula for fun. Enjoy the adventure! Adrian and Raelee
4 years ago
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Phillip Naylor gave $100.00.
Well done Viv & Angelo. Look forward to following your rally Love Phil, Soph, Scarlett & Isobel
4 years ago
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Aaron Spadaro gave $100.00.
Good luck V and A, love you both. Amy and Aaron.
4 years ago
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Trisha and Garry Greedy gave $50.00.
What a journey. Hope the Sweedish Kingswood smashes it. All the best Trisha and Garry
4 years ago
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Jason Gauci gave $100.00.
Great work and cause Angelo and Viv, inspiration to us all.
4 years ago
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George & Ruby Karlaftis gave $100.00.
Hope you have a fantastic journey for a great cause
4 years ago
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Emmanuel Karlaftis gave $100.00.
I wish you the best!
4 years ago
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KAJA Clothing gave $100.00.
From your Swedish supporters in Freshwater - have so much fun!!
4 years ago
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Dan Bylsma gave $100.00.
Great work AV and Viv, safe travels and well done on a great fundraiser.
4 years ago
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RJM Co p/l gave $100.00.
Well done Greek and Viv. Can I have your Volvo when you are finished?
4 years ago
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Brookfield gave $100.00.
Donation matching on behalf of Phil Naylor
4 years ago
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Alliance Building Group ACT gave $1,000.00.
Have fun Guys and good luck
1 year ago
Hi Peter, Just a quick note to let you know we are off to the rally next week! We will send you some photos of the logos which are now on the car!
4 years ago
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Jim & Suze Hibbett gave $100.00.
Good luck - and enjoy getting out of the house! Jim & Suze
2 years ago
Jin and Suze. Never sent a thanks you for your donation. Not long til we leave now!
3 years ago
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Anna Roins gave $250.00.
Guys, what an adventure you'll have! Good for you and best of luck. Be safe
2 years ago
Thanks Anna. Getting close to rally day now.
3 years ago
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Greek Vikings in a Swedish Kingswood
<p>Hi Everyone</p><p></p><p>As many of you know 2020 put a stop to the mystery box rally and it has been postponed until July 31 2021 so as long as there is no lockout of Australian Citizens to Queensland we should be going ahead.</p><p></p><p>What has this meant for the Greek Vikings in the Swedish Kingswood....</p><p></p><p>For starters the Swedish Kingswood has completed many more kms in the last year than expected as it became the daily driver. This has resulted in the need for some investment in mechanical repairs so that we can get to Rockhampton compete in the rally and get back to Sydney. The getting back to Sydney is optional for the Volvo!</p><p></p><p>So it was back to MH Autocare for some preventative maintenance and the start of the slippery slope of mechanical repairs on an old clunker which has included new tyres and brake pads, transmission fluid, spark plugs, oil &amp; filter, drive belt and I spent a weekend changing many suspension components out.</p><p></p><p>There has also been an increase to the minimum amount of funds we need to raise which is now increased to $5,000 so we are back on the fundraising path again to reach this revised target and help raise money for cancer research.</p><p></p><p>A big thank you to two businesses who have sponsored us being John Bull Removals in Mona Vale (thanks to Brian and Marty) and also to Peter from Alliance Building Group in the ACT.</p><p></p><p>If anyone is interested in sponsoring our team please let me know. Given this is now my daily driver it gets good exposure and provides many laughs to the citizens of Sydney on my drive between Beacon Hill and Sydney Airport. </p><p></p><p>Keep your eye out for some upcoming fund raising events/competitions over the next few months.</p><p></p><p>For those who have already donated thank you.</p><p></p><p>Cheers,</p><p></p><p>Angelo &amp; Vivien</p><p></p><p></p>
3 years ago
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Katerina Sarlas gave $100.00.
My darling cousins! Kick butt!! Μπράβο σας! You’re an inspiration
2 years ago
Thanks so much Kat. Its going to be heaps of fun
2 years ago
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Clare Van de wall gave $50.00.
Good luck Viv and Ang - what a cool adventure! ? Have fun! Take care ❤️ Love Clare, Matt, Oscar and Ben
2 years ago
Thanks Clare and Family. I am secretly hoping the car makes it back to Sydney so I can keep driving it around town with the stickers on. I love the looks I get when I am driving!
2 years ago
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Gemma Williams gave $100.00.
Good Luck!
2 years ago
Thanks Gemma. I feel like the Volvo is bringing great character to our neighbourhood!
2 years ago
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Joelle Pondekas gave $50.00.
Great Cause - Have an awesome time!
2 years ago
Thanks Joelle. Really appreciate the donation.
2 years ago
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Ben Leigh gave $200.00.
Good luck Greek warriors. Cheers Flute
2 years ago
Ben Leigh a legend for donating in 2020 & 2021. thanks for your generosity
2 years ago
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Stuart James gave $50.00.
What an adventure - best of luck boys
2 years ago
Thanks for your support Stu. Going to be a true adventure
2 years ago
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Meg Keeble gave $50.00.
You crazy kids, have fun?? Love the Keebles
2 years ago
Thanks Meg and family. I am just hoping that the car gets us there and back!
2 years ago
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Ben Austen gave $250.00.
Can’t wait to see the photos, enjoy the ride you two as it’s been a long time coming
2 years ago
A big thank you to the Austen Family. Miss you guys. I hope you are enjoying things in WA.
2 years ago
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Stuart Strachan gave $100.00.
Will the Volvo even make it to Rockhampton? Have a great time in FNQ!
2 years ago
Thanks Stu. I keep trying to break it on a daily basis but so far so good!
2 years ago
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Jordan Rodgers gave $50.00.
Good work Vlackas
2 years ago
Thanks Jordan. In a couple of years it will be ready for Historic plates!
2 years ago
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Anonymous gave $5,100.00.
2 years ago
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George and Kathy Laliotis gave $150.00.
Great cause koumbari! We hope you have a fantastic journey. Love from the Lals xxxxoooo
2 years ago
George and Kathy. Thank you so much. We cant wait to start our journey
2 years ago
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Peter Roins gave $500.00.
Well done kids! We’re with in spirit. Xx
2 years ago
Thanks Guys. Really appreciate it
2 years ago
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Greek Vikings in a Swedish Kingswood
<p>Hi Everyone</p><p></p><p>I am not sure who made this very generous donation anonymously but a $5,100 donation is amazing. We would love to find out who this is from to thank them. </p>
2 years ago
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Zeb Stahlut gave $100.00.
What a big day for the faithfull Volvo, logging commuting miles in full rally guise and now being set free into the outback! Good luck Ang.
2 years ago
Thanks Zeb. Hopefully I dont end up on the slippery slope of repairs before the event is over!
2 years ago
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Greek Vikings in a Swedish Kingswood
<p>Interesting. Thank you</p>
2 years ago
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Trish Civiero gave $50.00.
I love you still drive the shit box… this has been a long time coming!! ??????
2 years ago
Thanks TC. I hope it is as reliable in the outback as it is getting me to work!
2 years ago
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Eve Dimos gave $100.00.
Enjoy the journey in the Volvo for this worthy cause. Love to both you and Viv. Eve & Andrew x
2 years ago
Thanks Eve and Andrew we are really looking forward to this outback adventure
2 years ago
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WISHBONE 66 PTY LTD CHRISTOFIS gave $50.00.
Our beautiful friends Congrats on raising awareness on something that has touched you both personally. What you went through touched us too. Wishing you all the best - have a blast
2 years ago
Thanks Anna and Family. Appreciate the donation and kind words.
2 years ago
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Puressence gave $100.00.
Ohh how I wish I could be in that car with you. If anyone can do this in style you guys can. I hope the cassette deck works!
2 years ago
Thanks Erin. I am happy for Viv to use as the daily driver if you ever feel the urge to sit in the Volvo! It is a great lesson in depreciation $60,000 brand new in 1994 and $600 in 2020 26 years later!
2 years ago
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Graeme McGeoch gave $100.00.
Angelo my friend….love the Team name and there is no danger of you being on the stripper pole with the Volvo…..a real P.of.S. Having done a few of these rallies I know you are going to have a blast and learn bush mechanic skills you never thought possible. Great cause, great people, great memories !!! Burn some rubber!
2 years ago
Hi Graeme - Thanks for the donation and your advice. Just hoping to make it through the rally and back to Sydney! Hopefully the Volvo doesn't end up in the bushes like some other you know of!
2 years ago
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Michael Poulos gave $100.00.
Dear pedakia, Have an amazing & safe journey. I think we can confidently say you won’t be booked for speeding in the beast :) Ta matia dekatesera kavyari mou. Mick & Liz xx
2 years ago
Mick and Liz. Thanks so much for your donation. There are some 40 speed zones on the way so there will be some risk of getting a speeding fine. We are looking forward to breaking some records....maybe set the new 'slowest to finish time'!
2 years ago
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Kristy Wood gave $50.00.
2 years ago
Thanks Kristy. Hopefully the Volvo continues to make it our of the car park at work for the next 6 weeks!
2 years ago
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Anthony Conte gave $50.00.
2 years ago
Thank you Tony. As always your support at work and for this cause is greatly appreciated!
2 years ago
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Stephen Massoud gave $150.00.
Good luck Vassos Fam! Hope you have a great adventure. With enormous support from the Massoud Fam
2 years ago
Thanks Stephen - Appreciate the support. Looking forward to taking part in this great fundraiser for all those who have been touched by cancer.
2 years ago
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John Bull Removals & Storage gave $500.00.
Good luck to the Greeks in the Swedish-mobile from the Lebs and the pomms. We are all proud of you! Remember, you can't chase inspiration unless it is in a green 80's Volvo sedan driven by a pair of nut-bag Greeks! Yiasou re!!
2 years ago
Marty & Brian - Thanks so much for your sponsorship of the car for this event. I think after 8 days in a clapped out 94 Volvo and sleeping in a swag, Viv will be happy to return back to her comfy office chair! Thanks again guys. Truly appreciate your support.
2 years ago
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Russell Cooper gave $50.00.
Good on you Vass.... Best move since your last quick tap...
2 years ago
Thanks Rus. You and I have had good practice on dirt roads so hoping that comes in handy. Lucky you stopped me from going for the second quick tap. Funny how that only seems like a couple of years ago!
2 years ago
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Sidone Thomas gave $50.00.
Good luck Angelo - such a great cause!
2 years ago
Thanks so much for your support Sidone and contributing to this great cause. It is truly appreciated hopefully I can get some posts up on Yammer while we are away!
2 years ago
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Monica Armesto gave $30.00.
Go well Angelo! xx Monica
2 years ago
Thanks Monica. Appreciate your kind donation. Here is hoping we make it through the rally with car intact! Will keep you posted.
2 years ago
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Andriana Skaros gave $50.00.
Good luck Ang and Viv!!!
2 years ago
Thanks Andriana really appreciate this donation. Hoping the car gets back in one piece!
2 years ago
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Anita Yeung gave $50.00.
2 years ago
Hi Anita. Thanks so much for your donation. Fingers crossed that we can still get to Qld by the end of the month and it is not postponed any further.
2 years ago
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Gerard Kaudeer gave $50.00.
2 years ago
Hi Gerard Thanks so much for your generous donation. I appreciate the support for this great cause and every day that we are on site delivering projects at the airport.
2 years ago
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Jason Gauci gave $50.00.
Good cause AV! Proud of ya?
2 years ago
Thanks for the donation Jas really appreciate it.
2 years ago
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John and Jo and kids Ienna gave $200.00.
Great cause guys & long live the ovlov
2 years ago
Thanks John and Family. Second time donation is greatly appreciated.
2 years ago
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Anonymous gave $1,402.00.
We are all proud of you guys!!!! Great cause, have a great time on the adventure!
2 years ago
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Linda Jones gave $20.00.
Sounds like brilliant fun! All the very best to the Greek Vikings! Every bit helps... Cheers, Linda
2 years ago
Hi Linda, Thank you for your donation. I must saying I missing your infectious smile and welcomes given we are not in the office at the moment. Hope to see you again soon. Thanks, Angelo
2 years ago
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Steve Parker gave $50.00.
good works mate....
2 years ago
Hi Steve - Thanks so much for your donation. Thanks for your support to this great cause. Looks like the even will be delayed once again but now looking to take place in November this year.
2 years ago
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Sumner Capital gave $50.00.
Good luck AV. you'll have a ball
1 year ago
Hi Kirby Thanks so much for the donation. We are off next Wednesday - cant wait. It has only been 2 years!
1 year ago
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Marie & Maurice Rochios and family gave $100.00.
Good luck Viv and Ang! We are so proud of you guys. Have fun. Lots of love always
1 year ago
To our awesome Koumbari - Thanks so much we are off next Wednesday!
1 year ago
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Greek Vikings in a Swedish Kingswood
<p>Hi Everyone</p><p></p><p>Well 2020 was a false start and 2021 another but the time has come for us to take on the Mystery Box Rally. On June 25th we will start our journey of adventure from Port Lincoln SA to raise funds for the Cancer Council.</p><p></p><p>A big thank you to everyone who has donated so far. If you are looking for a tax deduction for 2021-22 get in before 30 June.</p><p></p><p>See you all when we get back.</p><p>Angelo and Vivien</p>
1 year ago
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Jordan Rodgers gave $50.00.
Good work!
1 year ago
Thanks Jordan. I might need to get some vintage plates for the Volvo if it makes it back in a driveable state.
1 year ago
Thanks for a second donation too.
1 year ago
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Gerard Prout gave $100.00.
Best of luck Angelo, a great cause
1 year ago
Thanks Gerry - Your generous donation is the same generosity and support I have seen around the airport when I have been delivering projects. I look forward to sharing the stories when I return.
1 year ago
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Stella Pappas gave $200.00.
What a great adventure! Have a blast Angelo & Viv xx G&S xx
1 year ago
George & Stella thanks so much for the donation. Greatly appreciated and for your support and friendship over the years. Look forward to seeing you guys when we return.
1 year ago
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John Tsiklieris gave $100.00.
Great work AV & Viv!
1 year ago
JT thanks for donating for a second time brother. Greatly appreciated.
1 year ago
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Valin Reja gave $50.00.
1 year ago
Thanks Val, Sonia and Sabine. Appreciate your kind donation and advice and support when we have needed it.
1 year ago
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Paul Isakka gave $50.00.
Great cause. Well Done Angelo!
1 year ago
Thank you for your generous donation Paul. Angelo
1 year ago
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Damon Smith gave $100.00.
Great work Vass for a great cause close to both my wife and I, both being cancer survivors. Stay safe and enjoy! Damon & Nat
1 year ago
Thanks Damon. Appreciate the donation. You know the roller coaster journey of cancer and the great work that cancer council does. I know as a support to my wife the information and access they provided was invaluable as is their research and grants. Thank you.
1 year ago
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Deanne King gave $50.00.
1 year ago
Thank you Deanne. Really appreciate the donation. Hopefully I will get some pictures up whilst on the trip!
1 year ago
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Phil Oneile gave $100.00.
Good luck mate. Hope you can coax the old Volvo all the way around.
1 year ago
Thanks Phil. Hopefully I can steer this one around the dirty roads better than when I was a teenager! I love the fact the Volvo has been around since the year we finished school!
1 year ago
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Con Boutsikakis gave $100.00.
Good luck guys. What an awesome cause and no doubt a memorable experience. Good luck Con Pat and Terri
1 year ago
Thank you Con, Pt and Terri. I looks forward to catching up with you when we return to share stories of the adventure!
1 year ago
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Robert Melissari gave $50.00.
Well done mate
1 year ago
Thanks Rob and Marita. Appreciate the donation and your many supportive words over the years.
1 year ago
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Aaron Spadaro gave $50.00.
Enjoy the adventure Viv and Golden, trip of a lifetime! Hope I can do it with you one year!! Amy and Aaron Spads
1 year ago
Thank you Amy and Spads. If the car makes it back in one piece I would love to do it again!
1 year ago
Thanks also for donating a second time. Too kind
1 year ago
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Sophia Vassos gave $200.00.
1 year ago
Thanks Mum!
1 year ago
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Joshua Grieve gave $220.00.
Go well Greek Vikings! Such a great cause and fun event! Good luck lots of love from the Greagles
1 year ago
Thanks Josh and Rhiannon. A big thank you for your donation. We can't wait to hit the road.
1 year ago
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Jicy Kasparian gave $50.00.
1 year ago
Thanks Jicy really appreciate your kind donation.
1 year ago
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Isabel Yersin gave $50.00.
I know a lot about false starts ? Best of luck mate!
1 year ago
Hi Isabel . Thank you for you donation - I will channel your adventurous spirit for the upcoming journey!
1 year ago
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David Wooldridge gave $100.00.
The 850 has passed the ultimate test, the staff car park it will get you anywhere and back. Have fun. I thought it was a Swedish Valiant.
1 year ago
Thanks Dave. Appreciate your donation the support you have provided during project works. If I can harness some of your maintenance skills I might just make it. Now that I think about it Valiant actually has a better ring to it - Vassos, Volvo, Viking, Valiant!
1 year ago
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Timothy Muscat gave $50.00.
1 year ago
Hi Tim, Tess, Charlie and Sophia. Thank you so much for your generous donation. Tim has seen the Volvo at its best and worst!
1 year ago
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Jane Jones gave $100.00.
In memory of my late husband who passed away from cancer in the larynx.
1 year ago
Thank you for your generous donation Jane. Andrew was a fantastic human and one of the most genuine people I have encountered in life. We are honoured that we will be able to recognise him on our trip.
1 year ago
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zein karamy gave $100.00.
What a great cause and such timely adventure. Hope you and Wifey get everything your heart desires from this Trip and more. Wishing you a safe drive and an amazing adventure.
1 year ago
Thanks Zein. We appreciate your kind donation. Cant wait to tell you all about it when I return.
1 year ago
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John Roins gave $150.00.
Have a good time. Good luck and come back safe. I hope you raise heaps for a great cause. Love Mum and Dad.
1 year ago
Thanks Mum & Dad.
1 year ago
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Philip Noller gave $100.00.
Go you good thing
1 year ago
Thank you for your generous donation Phil. I promise to take you for a drive if the car makes it back!
1 year ago
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Christos Vassos gave $100.00.
Have lots of fun guys!
1 year ago
Thanks Chris. Appreciate the donation
1 year ago
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Helen Socrates gave $100.00.
Safe & happy travels team Vassos, you guys rock!
1 year ago
Thanks so much Helen and family. We cant wait to catch up with you and tell you all about it. The car lives on for the moment. Who knows maybe for one more adventure!
1 year ago
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G P ROINIOTIS gave $200.00.
Have a healthy and safe trip and let's hope your efforts help kick this Insidious disease in the arse for good.
1 year ago
Thanks for your donation George. An epic adventure to raise money for a great cause.
1 year ago
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John Klapsis gave $50.00.
All the best. Well done.
1 year ago
Thanks John we appreciate your donation. You would have loved all the crazy cars that took part.
1 year ago
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Joe, Mel, Jake, Kristen & Alana Socrates gave $100.00.
Good Luck on your adventure Viv and Ang. And for raising money for a cause that has touched us all. Can’t wait to hear all about your journey !
1 year ago
Thanks Joe, Mel and family. It was an epic adventure and we cant wait to tell you all about it.
1 year ago
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Claire Brazier gave $50.00.
Well done you two ! Have fun on the road!!
1 year ago
Thanks so much Claire for your donation and support. It was an epic journey.
1 year ago
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Kelly Fox gave $50.00.
Good luck - Hope the car holds up!!
1 year ago
Thank you for your donation Mrs Fox. Car is back in one piece so it might generate some conversation at school pick ups!
1 year ago
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Frank Melissari gave $50.00.
Great work guys.
1 year ago
Thanks so much Nicole and Frank. Cant wait to tell you all about it. The Swedish Kingswood lives on!
1 year ago
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Natalie Bountros gave $200.00.
Best of luck to you and Viv!
1 year ago
Thanks so much Artie, Nat and Tara. Playing cassette tapes took us right back to our youth on this adventure. Cant wait to tell you all about it tomorrow. Artie it was like we were playing Mad Max as kids again!
1 year ago
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Tass Pappas gave $100.00.
Well done Angelo and Vivian on getting involved in an event for such a good cause. I hope it provides you both with lifelong memories.
1 year ago
Thanks Tass, Voula and family. Not only a lifelong memories created but a cathartic experience for both of us!
1 year ago
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Garry & Trisha Greedy gave $50.00.
Hope the Swedish Kingswood comes through. Have a great trip.
1 year ago
Thanks Trisha and Garry. The Swedish Kingswood has returned to Beacon Hill so it might be around for a bit longer!
1 year ago
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Anna Nicolaou gave $200.00.
Love from the Nicolaou’s
1 year ago
Thank you Annoula. The Greek Vikings are home now with the Swedish Kingswood. We cant wait to tell you all about the adventure!
1 year ago
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Parry and Marilyn Callintzis gave $100.00.
1 year ago
Thank you for your donation Parry and Marilyn. Cant wait to tell you all about it.
1 year ago
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Aphrodite Vassos gave $200.00.
Hello to two of our favourite people in the world! We are so proud of you both! Thank you for your bravery in going on the road with your Greeeeekkkk chariot/Viking wagon for such a worthy cause. Love Dite and Phil xxx
1 year ago
Thanks Dite. The Adventure was awesome. Your mix tapes were most entertaining for us during our drive. Cant wait to tell you about all the mishaps and adventure we had.
1 year ago
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Angela Kelly gave $50.00.
Good luck you two legends!! Viv, so proud of your positive attitude after everything you have endured. Have fun ?
1 year ago
Thanks so much for the donation and for your support. Cant wait to tell you about it!
1 year ago
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Brendan Hanna gave $50.00.
Have a cracker of a trip
1 year ago
Thanks Brendan. It was a cracker. Would love to do this with a few of the guys one day.
1 year ago
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George & Ruby Karlaftis gave $100.00.
An amazing trip and beautiful experience for the both of you. It will always be treasured and forever remembered. Love you both!
1 year ago
Thanks George and Ruby. Will see you soon and give you the debrief on the amazing adventure.
1 year ago
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Emmanuel & Michael Karlaftis gave $100.00.
You are both Amazing!
1 year ago
Thanks Emmanuel and Michael. We look forward to seeing you both to tell you all about it!
1 year ago
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Nicole and Adam Brewer gave $100.00.
Good luck Viv and Ange and let's hope the car makes it! What a great event to be part of. Enjoy the ride. Brewer family x
1 year ago
Thanks Nicole and Adam. This epic journey was a bit more intense than any other camping trip I have done and a bit more adventurous. Cant wait to tell you guys all about it.
1 year ago
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Kaizad Irani gave $100.00.
Hi Angelo, good on you for embarking on this odyssey in the finest Greek tradition. Best of luck and hope you both have a great time. Regards K
1 year ago
Thanks so much Kaizad. This was one of the ultimate road trips. Setting up camp each night was like a scene out of Mad Max2. I cant wait to tell you all about it.
1 year ago
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Alex Cameron gave $200.00.
May the Greek Vikings be blessed with good fortune and return home safely with plenty of rewards for a needy charity
1 year ago
Thank you for your donation Alex. I can highly recommend a journey to the outback. The Greek Vikings were blessed with good fortune and the Swedish Kingswood lives on!
1 year ago
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John & Gina Bountros gave $100.00.
To the Greek Vikings- Well done Viv & Ang for supporting a great cause. We love your work and your updates. Have a safe trip home and a lifetime of amazing memories ?
1 year ago
Thanks John and Gina. Appreciate the donation. Look forward to seeing you tomorrow and telling you all about it.
1 year ago
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owen harvey gave $50.00.
Great work Viv and Ang - you finally made it to the start line.
1 year ago
Thanks Owen. Appreciate the donation and your support. It was an epic adventure.
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