The nation's biggest charity bike ride is coming to Mandurah this weekend, raising critical funds for cancer research in Western Australia.
The annual MACA Cancer 200 Ride for the Perkins is a 200km journey starting on Saturday at Optus Stadium.
Cyclists will ride to Mandurah where they will stay the night in tents at Hall Park or in local hotels before they set off on Sunday back to Optus Stadium.
All funds raised will go to the Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research, with $9 million already donated.
Tents set up at Hall Park for the ride in 2023. PIC: MACA Cancer 200/Facebook
CEO of the Harry Perkins Institute Professor Peter Leedman AO said close to 2000 riders are hoping to raise a record amount this year.
“Cancer research, drug development and trials of new drugs and treatments are made possible because West Australians want to make a difference," Professor Leedman said.
“Together we can beat cancer."
Nearly 80 riders will carry a yellow flag on their bike signifying they have beaten cancer or are currently battling it.
Now in its 13th year, the MACA Cancer 200 Ride for the Perkins has raised a total of $64 million.
Motorists are being urged to keep an eye out for cyclists across the weekend.
Cyclists leaving Mandurah to head back to Optus Stadium in 2023. PIC: MACA Cancer 200/Facebook
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