Goal $5,000

Kooks

Fundraising for Cancer Council
Cancer Council
Mystery Box Rally 2022
$13,150
Raised
263%
Our Story …

We wanted to let you know that we're taking part in the 2022 Mystery Box Rally in partnership with the Cancer Council of Australia.

Mystery Box Rally is one of the most successful community-participation fundraising events for the Cancer Council in Australia having raised over $5.5 million in the last 10 years.

We both have been touched by cancer in our families and are looking forward to raising money for this worthy cause. We will be dedicating the rally to my brother Christopher -'Gormo'- who passed away from kidney cancer in October 2020.

We are sourcing an old cracker of a car that is over 25 years old and where comfort is not a factor but being road worthy is a must! This rally will have us navigating along outback roads and tracks. We will do over 2,500kms in 5 days and sleep under the stars at night.

We set off from Port Lincoln, South Australia on 25 June & return there 5 days later. Each day on the road is a mystery - teams have no idea where we will be headed until just before departure the next morning.

We are aiming to raise $5,000 and every dollar raised goes to the Cancer Council. We will be covering all costs of the vehicle, transportation costs, accommodation (and insurances), etc personally. We would very much appreciate it if you could donate any sum to the cause & help fund cancer research and awareness. All donations over $2 are tax deductible and online donations into the WE GIVE fundraising page receive a tax receipt via email straight away.

Kind Regards,

Troy and Neil
Troy Gorman Neil Ferguson

Team: ‘The Kooks’*
(* Kooks is a surfing term - ‘A surfer who has an exaggerated perception of their surf skills. Their lack of surf knowledge, especially concerning surf ethics, usually interferes with other surfers’ fun in the water’. This was one of Gormo’s favourite sources of entertainment (and frustration), as a Standup Paddleboarder, when he met these characters on the water and we will be fairly likely to carry on this fine tradition).

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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
target: $1,250,000
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2 years ago
Kooks
The Gorman Family gave $1,000.00.
This one's for you Gormo from the Fam! Let's kick cancer out of the ball park my friend! Long may you keep cursing and rescuing the 'Kooks' in heaven on your paddleboard!
2 years ago
'Woof woof woof woof ....' translated - Thanks Troy and Neil for playing your part in participating in the rally to raise funds for those on the front line who are researching ways to cure cancer! Regards Cooper!
2 years ago
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Koorelah Farms gave $200.00.
Here’s to the Kooks having an awesome time in their “new” vehicle … great to see two friends honouring such a wonderful cause ?
2 years ago
To our good friends Wayne and Leanne, thank you for your treasured support for the cause! We very much appreciate your kind thoughts and donation.
2 years ago
And may the spirit of the 'Wine Master' be with us in our travels!!!
2 years ago
Kooks
Jennifer Charlton gave $50.00.
Good luck Troy x
2 years ago
Thank you Jenny. I miss our QASMT days together Legend! Your generosity in supporting us is appreciated!
2 years ago
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Elizabeth (Beth) Devriendt gave $50.00.
Go get em boys! Great cause and I hope the rally is a blast!
2 years ago
Trust the Accountant in the family to be first to throw down the gauntlet to others in this worthy cause! Your are Gold Bethy!!! Thanks for your support in the good fight against cancer!
2 years ago
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Lynda Smith gave $100.00.
Have a blast boys, but stay safe?
2 years ago
Thanks to our wonderful friends, Lynda and Scott for this donation! You know all about the importance of funding in Health as a a nurse Lynda and this contribution will be greatly appreciated!
2 years ago
Kooks
Neil Ferguson gave $1,000.00.
Cancer Council do a great job in funding practical research. We’re looking forward to giving them a hand.
2 years ago
Thanks Neil and Ang for your awesome generosity in helping researchers find a cure for this disease! To my fellow Rally partner in crime - Kook Neil - ‘see you on the road scag!‘
2 years ago
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Nicole Doogan gave $100.00.
Good luck guys! xx
2 years ago
What a lovely soul your are Nicole for donating to the cause! Your gift will help those who are trying to unlock the secrets in beating this disease! Thanks for your support!
2 years ago
Kooks
Hayden George gave $200.00.
Fantastic work guys. I’m sure the Captain of positivity would be very proud ?
2 years ago
Thanks Hayden for your very generous donation! I know when you and Gormo were working together there was a lot of banter about Richie Mc Caw and the All Blacks! . We are asking for Chris for divine intervention this season!
2 years ago
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Middletons Printing gave $400.00.
Hope You Win - Go for it
2 years ago
Chris loved travelling the world with you Johnny and your friendship and stories you shared were some of the best times for him. Your fantastic donation will help those researchers to find a way to beat this crappy disease!
2 years ago
Kooks
Andrew Angus gave $400.00.
top effort Troy and Neil, Gormo would be stoked.
2 years ago
Thanks Andrew for your great gesture for the cause! Chris enjoyed your neighbourhood cook ups with the Windsor Place residents! He also valued your friendship sharing many laughs along the way. Your support will go along way in assisting those to finding a cure!
2 years ago
Kooks
Roslyn Manser gave $50.00.
For Chris with love
2 years ago
Thanks Rosalyn for your thoughtful gift. He spoke fondly of his time together with you and continued to keep in touch with you and your Mum over the years. Your donation will support those who are working hard to find a cure!
2 years ago
Kooks
Sean Daly gave $100.00.
2 years ago
Thanks Benny for your brilliant gift! Chris always enjoyed sharing many stories and laughs together over many years together. We appreciate your support in his name!
2 years ago
Kooks
Bernie Fitzsimon gave $100.00.
2 years ago
Thanks Bernie for your generous gift. Chris enjoyed your conversations over many years over many topics including both of your building skills! Your donation will go a long way to supporting those to unlock the keys to beat cancer!
1 year ago
Kooks
Michael Taylor gave $250.00.
Good luck boys and for a great cause. Look forward to the stories upon your return
1 year ago
Now that you have plenty of time on your hands Mick, we certainly appreciate your support to our cause! Thank you for your amazing generosity as your donation will help those who fight this terrible disease. Lots of stories to tell you when we return!
1 year ago
Kooks
Matt McLoughlin gave $300.00.
Very proud of you Troy … honouring Chris in such a perfect way
1 year ago
Thanks Matt and Nell for your generosity in supporting our cause. Chris loved the times he spent on Straddie and I will always remember the good times we all shared together at your place.
1 year ago
Kooks
Nick Herron gave $100.00.
Good on you boys, drive safely, have fun and come home in one piece
1 year ago
Thanks for the donation Nick. Using 4 wheels should be a bit easier than what you’ve been touring with lately although some of the terrain looks like it would be better suited to the 4WD and not an aged limo! Looking forward to sharing some of the photographs. Cheers Neil
1 year ago
Kooks
Andy and Val Doogan gave $50.00.
Great cause. Drive safely and have an awesome time on the rally.
1 year ago
Thanks Val and Andy. Really appreciate your support. Will bring the Beast around to show it off. Cheers Neil
1 year ago
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Melissa Shepherdson gave $50.00.
Champions. All the best for the trip and with the fundraising.
1 year ago
Mel thanks for your kind donation. We’re looking forward to the drive and hoping the Beast will survive the trek. Will send photos as we go. Cheers Neil
1 year ago
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Simon Jensen gave $100.00.
1 year ago
Mate thanks for the donation … and the sledge. I don’t think grammar and the Beast will go together. We are wearing Hawaiian shirts and Ford hoodies … I was stretching it to use commas! See you on the 20th!
1 year ago
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Jenny Doogan gave $100.00.
Good luck with the run Neil xx
1 year ago
Thanks greatly Jenny. We’re very much looking forward to seeing your old stomping grounds in SA. Watching the temperature with interest!
1 year ago
Kooks
Michelle McMillan gave $50.00.
What an incredible thing you’re doing, Neil. Best of luck to you and Troy on this journey; to not only complete it safely but to raise heaps of cash for such a worthy cause.
1 year ago
Michelle Thank you for your generous gift. It’s amazing how many people I am talking to who have had direct experience of cancer. I hope our combined efforts can make a difference. Love Neil
1 year ago
Kooks
Kath Daley gave $50.00.
1 year ago
Kath Much appreciated. Look forward to sharing the stories when we get back.
1 year ago
Kooks
Damien Doran gave $100.00.
LEGENDS!!! Enjoy the journey boys. Hope all goes well
1 year ago
Thanks Damien for your support for this one. Bit different to Kokoda but similar themes in helping a mate and those who are researching to find a cure!
1 year ago
Kooks
Cooper Grace Ward gave $500.00.
All the best from the team at Cooper Grace Ward - a very worthwhile cause!
1 year ago
Thank you to the great team at Cooper Grace Ward, Queensland’s finest lawyers. Your personal and financial support is greatly appreciated.
1 year ago
Kooks
Tim Ferguson gave $100.00.
Good luck mate. Tim & Nik
1 year ago
Tim Nic and the mini-Fergs, thank you for your generous support. Tim, thinking - do you think half of an NL Ford Fairlane will count as an asset or an expense at my end of year FBWealth review?
1 year ago
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Raymond Hack gave $50.00.
Go the Kooks!
1 year ago
Thanks for the support Ray. I think the Tassie rally driving experience will be handy on this one.
1 year ago
Kooks
Gregory Cahill gave $200.00.
1 year ago
Much appreciated Greg. Cheers Neil
1 year ago
Kooks
Allan Davie gave $250.00.
Well done Troy & Neil. I look forward to hearing about the adventure.
1 year ago
Thanks Al. Will be sure to send updates and photos.
1 year ago
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John Dunning gave $50.00.
1 year ago
Thanks JD and Glenda.
1 year ago
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The Cappers gave $500.00.
Good luck fellas. Great cause and awesome effort to participate. Hope the Fairmont lives up to those childhood expectations and delivers you back to Port Lincoln safely. Have fun....looking forward to hearing the stories.
1 year ago
Greatly appreciated Nick. We’re really humbled by the support we are getting and know that the Cancer Council will put your donation to very good use in trying to cure cancer. Cheers Neil
1 year ago
Kooks
Declan Ferguson gave $50.00.
1 year ago
Thanks Dec.
1 year ago
Kooks
Bruce Clark gave $200.00.
Come on Ferg. You need to raise your raising goal. Great cause, I hope you have a great time too.
1 year ago
We don’t have the technical competence to alter the target amount … but will certainly work on having a good time! Thanks for the support Bruce
1 year ago
Kooks
Jeff Gray gave $100.00.
Best wishes Neil
1 year ago
Thanks for your support Jeff.
1 year ago
Kooks
Matthew Jackson gave $100.00.
Well done gents. Safe travels
1 year ago
Thanks for your kind support Matt. Much appreciated. Cheers Neil and Troy
1 year ago
Kooks
Connor O’Shea gave $50.00.
1 year ago
Thanks Connor for your generous donation in kicking this disease in the guts! Your support will help those great researchers in finding the key to unlock this crappy disease! Your a top bloke and I’ll say a good word for you to mum and dad when I see them next!
1 year ago
Kooks
Nicole McClure gave $100.00.
Have an awesome time Neil and Troy!
1 year ago
Thanks for your kind donation Nicole. Cheers Neil
1 year ago
Kooks
Paul Scaini gave $50.00.
Good luck - Safe travels
1 year ago
Paul we really appreciate the support - especially from another Camden House 82 resident!
1 year ago
Kooks
Troy Gorman gave $1,500.00.
Thanking our major Sponsor Scott and Linda Smith of The Transmission Centre for their In Kind Donation of mechanical work to have ‘the beast’ up to speed. The Kooks will donate this work amount.
1 year ago
Kooks
Neil Ferguson gave $1,500.00.
In recognition of the fantastic in-kind support from Scotty at The Transmission Centre Underwood in helping source and resurrect the Beast. If it doesn’t make it through the rally it will be down to drivers error!
1 year ago
Kooks
PAAR gave $100.00.
Happy to back you in supporting such a great cause!
1 year ago
Thank you Craig and Sandra for your valued support. Cheers Neil and Troy
1 year ago
Kooks
Mark O’shea gave $200.00.
Good luck lads on your mission. A worthy cause in honour of a worthy man.
1 year ago
Thanks Marcus for your generosity and support. You and Chris crossed many times in life starting at Trade College after school. He called you the ‘White Obama’ which showed his affection for you. You both loved adventures in the outdoors and doing things your way. He will be riding the waves upstairs as we drive through SA!
1 year ago
Kooks
The Carvolth’s gave $100.00.
Looking forward to following this adventure, such a worthwhile cause ?
1 year ago
Such a wonderful gesture from our dear friends! We really appreciate your support in giving those researchers the resources they need to find solutions to ending this crazy disease!
1 year ago
Kooks
Michael McSweeney gave $200.00.
Good Boys have fun. Neil kooks is an app name given your ability in the surf when you were a clubbie. Troy hope your not relying on Neils mechanical skills. Max
1 year ago
Your a Legend Max! Who can forget your hospitality in Bondi Junction in Rugby World Cup 2003 and taking us to the fine establishments at night! Your generosity continues with this fine donation to find a cure to this pest of a disease!
1 year ago
Kooks
Monique Harte gave $100.00.
Good Luck Boys….The Harte’s
1 year ago
Thank you Harte’s for your great support! You are great friends in our lives and this donation goes straight to the people who are at the frontline in cracking this crappy disease!
1 year ago
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Christine and Scott Maltby gave $100.00.
Go and have a report time with Christopher in mind while helping others at the same time who are facing similar journeys.
1 year ago
As important family to us you were best on ground at Molly’s 21st this year. The superlatives continue with this donation. As a keen Ford supporter Scott, we know where your heart lies as a keen car enthusiast. Let’s break the back of this disease together!
1 year ago
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Scott Maltby gave $100.00.
Have fun Boys, it will be something you never forget and for such a good cause and to the memory of a great bloke!
1 year ago
Thanks Scott for your generous donation and kind words. I know growing up Jane did say your family did own a Ford so I can understand your affinity towards the Ghia! Agree great cause great bloke and I am sure he will be with us down in South Australia having a laugh with us!
1 year ago
Kooks
Cath Ferguson gave $100.00.
All the best Neil. Love MUM
1 year ago
Thanks Mum. Couldn’t find an XP Falcon unfortunately so the Fairlane will have to do. Cheers Neil
1 year ago
Thanks Mum. Couldn’t find an XP Falcon unfortunately so the Fairlane will have to do. Cheers Neil
1 year ago
Kooks
Rob Ferguson gave $200.00.
Good luck Kooks. Ultimate road trip!
1 year ago
Thanks for the support Rob. Every km travelled brings us a km closer to where we started! Will hopefully send photos from the road trip.
1 year ago
Kooks
Hannah Gorman gave $50.00.
Love what you are doing Dad!
1 year ago
Thank you Hannah for being the mature one to donate first in the family! You generous gift will go a long way to contributing to the fight the good fight against cancer. Your Uncle Chris would be proud! What does that mean?
1 year ago
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Leanne Mead gave $200.00.
Congrats on doing such a good thing - drive carefully - Bart & Leanne xx
1 year ago
Thank you Leanne and Bart for your very generous gift. Your contribution to the research teams to crack the cancer code is much appreciated by Neil and I.
1 year ago
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Brian, Sue and Prue O’Shea gave $200.00.
Best of luck and safe driving Troy and Neil. The memory of Chris and his gutsy fight to the end lives on. Look forward to hearing the stories on your return. From Brian, Sue and Prue.
1 year ago
Thank you so much Brian Sue and Prue! Gormo will be with us on the trip having a laugh I am sure! Your donation will help those in the fight against this crappy disease! Kind Regards Troy and Neil
1 year ago
Kooks
Julia Dodds gave $50.00.
Drive safely Neil & Troy!
1 year ago
Julia thankyou for your kind donation. We drove safely and lived to tell the tale ( hopefully post-Covid!)
1 year ago
Kooks
James Fitzsimon gave $50.00.
Hi Troy and Neil, Congratulations on your Car Rally! How did it go for you guys? I hope everything went well. I'm sorry I'm late with my donation. Cheers and well done! James Fitzsimon
1 year ago
Thanks Mate. It was a lot more challenging than we thought in the SA outback. A lot of unsealed roads were tough on theFairlanes suspension and on us city drivers. But a lot of fun and a great cause. Thanks for your support James.
1 year ago
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Georgia Gorman gave $50.00.
1 year ago
Thank you gg for your donation as it is much appreciated number 1! Uncle Chris will be impressed with your support in fighting the cause !! He liked a good sledge and you were not backward in returning serve !! Love Dad
1 year ago
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Molly Gorman gave $50.00.
1 year ago
Thank you number 3 for your donation which I know would have hurt your bank account ! Uncle Chris loved to tease you and you would reply in turn which he enjoyed !! You donation will unlock the answer to this crappy disease !! Love Dad
1 year ago
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Cresley Daniel gave $50.00.
Good Luck on your journey!
1 year ago
Thank you Cresley for your thoughtful donation. The rally has now finished and was a huge success with 120 cars raising over $1 million ! Your money goes to those researchers who will hopefully unlock the answers in finding a cure to this terrible disease ! Kind Regards Troy
1 year ago
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Alysia Bridger gave $150.00.
Good luck Team Kooks - love all the Bridger's x
1 year ago
Uncle Chris the plant thrives in our entrance and I think fondly of you guys each time I look at it ! Your donation is much appreciated as we all try to support those who are trying to ring a cure! Kind regards Troy
1 year ago
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Simone Gorman-Clark gave $200.00.
Love you!! From all of the Gormans and Stanley dog and Akuna dog ❤️❤️
1 year ago
Thanks Cousins Husbands children and animals for your support. Chris loved you all and cherished his time with you over the years first as family then in London and back here in later years. He loved our final get together passing not long after. He enjoyed the banter the laughter the sledging. Your support will hopefully allow doctors to find a cure to this crappy disease Love your cousin
1 year ago
Kooks
Zupp Property Group gave $500.00.
Terrific effort from Team Kooks in raising funds for The Cancer Council. Zupp Property Group is proud to contribute support for the worthy cause & due praise for the impressive feat!
1 year ago
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Chris Lowe gave $100.00.
Hope you have a great time and the Fairlane does the job to the end, Best regards, Chris
1 year ago
Thanks Chris for your support. I think the car was better than the drivers! I really did feel a little guilty putting her through mostly unsealed roads, washouts, huge potholes and the occasional river crossing. She didn’t miss a beat though and I’m sure will rally again. Cheers Neil
1 year ago
Kooks
Jeff Kerr gave $100.00.
Well done guys- Jeff & Dea-Ann
1 year ago
Thanks mate. We really appreciate the support and look forward to discussing the trip in great detail when we next catch up for a steak and beer. Cheers Neil
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The Impact, Outcomes & Charity

Mystery Box Rally is a dedicated fundraising event for cancer research with funds going to Cancer Council.

Cancer Council is one of the largest non-government funders of cancer research in Australia. We conduct and fund research studies across all cancers and all stages of the cancer journey.

Thanks to the community funds raised such as Mystery Box Rally we can fund world-class research that reduces the impact of cancer for everyone.

$41 million over the past 13 years has been raised by Box Rallies to date, supporting ground-breaking projects such as:

  • A research study to develop a vaccine that protects against lymphoma cancers.
  • A research trial to standardise international guidelines on melanoma removal.
  • A research grant to revolutionise the treatment of pancreatic cancer.

These projects wouldn’t be possible without your support.