Bondi2Berry Ride to Remember celebrates 10 years raising funds for dementia research
Dementia Australia is proud to support the Bondi2Berry Ride to Remember, which marks its 10-year anniversary this Saturday, 15 November 2025.
More than 300 riders and event crew will take part in the 155km ride from Bondi Beach through the Royal National Park to Wollongong, Kiama and finishing in Berry.
Since its inception in 2016, Bondi2Berry has raised more than $1.9 million, funding 11 dementia research projects. This year, organisers aim to raise $250,000, which will directly fund two new research projects through the Dementia Research Community charity.
Dementia Australia CEO Professor Tanya Buchanan said the event is an inspiring example of community action promoting brain health.
“I extend my appreciation to the Bondi2Berry organisers, riders and sponsors for their commitment to raising awareness and funds for dementia research,” Professor Buchanan said.
“Dementia is now the leading cause of death of Australians1, and without a significant intervention, the number of Australians living with dementia is expected to increase to more than 1 million by 20652.
“Bondi2Berry supports vital dementia research while promoting healthy habits like exercise and social connection - that both support brain health and can reduce dementia risk.”
Bondi2Berry co-founder Nick Young said this year's milestone event marks a decade of dedication to raising awareness and funds for dementia research.
“What started as a small group of riders has grown into a powerful community united by one goal: to raise awareness and vital funds for dementia research,” Young said.
“This milestone is a tribute to every rider, volunteer, sponsor, supporter and donor who has helped drive progress towards a future without dementia."
“As a voluntary committee, all funds raised from our charity go directly to research and we hope to support two research projects from this year’s ride.”
The ride will include a public event at Hindmarsh Park, Kiama at 11am, hosted by Kiama Municipal Council, celebrating Kiama’s status as a dementia-friendly community. Bondi2Berry ambassadors participating in this year’s event include Craig Alexander, Ironman World Champion; Emily Watts and Josie Talbot, professional cyclists; and riders like Nicole Stanners and Jay Gaffey, all of whom have a personal connection to dementia.
To find out more or donate to riders participating in this year’s event, visit: https://drc.supporterhub.net.au/fundraising/bondi2berry-2025/bondi2berry
References
1 Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (2025) Dementia in Australia, AIHW, Australian Government, accessed 12 September 2025.
2 Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (2025) Dementia in Australia, AIHW, Australian Government, accessed 12 September 2025.
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