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River 2 Reef Ride, Amphitheatre, Mackay Botanic, Mackay (2026)

30/05/2026

🎨 𝗔𝗥𝗘 𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗞𝗜𝗗𝗦 𝗧𝗜𝗥𝗘𝗗 𝗢𝗙 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗦𝗔𝗠𝗘 𝗢𝗟𝗗 𝗪𝗘𝗘𝗞𝗘𝗡𝗗? 🎈

It’s time to trade the screens for some serious, colourful action! Bring the household down to the Mackay Botanic Gardens on Saturday, 15 August 2026 for the absolute highlight of the year: the Golding Kids Colour Ride! 🚴‍♂️✨

Designed for kids aged 3 to 12 years, this isn't a race - it’s a wonderfully chaotic, high-energy, colour-filled celebration of fun on wheels!

And parents, it gets better. The awesome crew from the Mackay City Central Scout Group will be on the grounds serving up a FREE sausage sizzle for all of our Golding Kids Colour Riders for after the ride! 🌭🎉

Make it a full family weekend out. Sign the kids up, grab a team discount if you have 4 or more riders (siblings, friends or cousins - register for your discount code) and let’s create some memories!

👉 Secure your child's spot today: https://www.river2reefride.com.au/bio

30/05/2026

🎨𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗨𝗟𝗧𝗜𝗠𝗔𝗧𝗘 𝗙𝗔𝗠𝗜𝗟𝗬 𝗪𝗘𝗘𝗞𝗘𝗡𝗗 𝗢𝗨𝗧—𝗪𝗜𝗧𝗛 𝟭𝟱% 𝗢𝗙𝗙!🚴‍♂️👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

Looking for a fantastic way to get the whole family active, outdoors, and making memories together this August? The BMA River 2 Reef Team Challenge is the perfect excuse to round up the kids, grandparents, cousins or your closest family friends!

Gather a family crew of 4 or more riders and we will reward your wonderful team spirit with 15% OFF everyone's entry fees! 🥳💰

The festival weekend has an absolute milestone for every age and ability:

🎈 𝗦𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝟭𝟱 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁: Let the kids loose at the colourful Golding Kids Colour Ride (ages 3 to 12) at the Mackay Botanic Gardens! Prizes galore for our kids thanks to Guzman Y Gomez prizes and Corry Cycles.

🌳𝗦𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝟭𝟲 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁: Cruising families can take on the scenic, flat 25km Dash beyond the city limits, while the older teens or fitness-loving parents and teens can push their limits on the 60km Epic or 100km Gran Fondo! Age limits apply.

How to claim your family savings:
1️⃣ Head to the link below and fill out the quick form to nominate your Family Team Leader.
2️⃣ We will email a unique 15% discount code to your inbox.
3️⃣ The Team Leader registers the whole family crew in one single transaction to unlock the discount for everyone!

⏰ 𝗗𝗢𝗡'𝗧 𝗠𝗜𝗦𝗦 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗗𝗘𝗔𝗗𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗘: Your 15% family discount code is strictly valid until midnight on 31 July 2026, so make sure your squad is organised before then!

Plus, riding as a family means giving back as a family. Your family gets to choose one of our 13 Community Partners at checkout and we will donate $5 from each team member entry fee directly to that cause! 👋💙 Purchase jerseys and another $5 per jersey will be distributed straight to your local cause.

Rally the household, lock in your savings and get ready for an unforgettable weekend:
👉 https://www.river2reefride.com.au/teams-challenge

29/05/2026

🌍 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗠𝗔𝗧, 𝗦𝗔𝗠𝗘 𝗛𝗨𝗚𝗘 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗠𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗛𝗘𝗔𝗥𝗧! 🌍

The BMA River 2 Reef Ride Festival has always been about supporting our incredible region, but this year, we are putting the power completely in your hands! 🚴‍♂️✨

We are thrilled to introduce our new Community Partner format. Now, your pedal power can go directly to a local cause close to your heart. Whether you are passionate about rescue helicopters, maintaining local mountain bike trails, or supporting youth development, your entry fee will make a real difference.

Every time someone registers for a ride, there is an opportunity for $5 to go straight to one of 13 Community Partners. It takes a village, and this year, you get to choose exactly who your village supports!

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁:
1️⃣ Head to our website and choose your event distance.
2️⃣ Fill out your rider details.
3️⃣ When you reach the Community Partner dropdown menu, simply select the local group you want to support!
4️⃣ Complete your registration, and we will handle the rest—sending $5 direct to your chosen cause.

Ready to ride with purpose on 15 and 16 August? Let’s smash some milestones together! 💙

👉 Lock in your spot today: https://www.river2reefride.com.au/bio

28/05/2026

🥓 𝗛𝗢𝗪 𝗗𝗘𝗟𝗜𝗖𝗜𝗢𝗨𝗦 𝗜𝗦 𝗕𝗔𝗖𝗢𝗡? 🍳

Seriously, is there any better smell in the morning? Now imagine that smell wafting through the air right after you've smashed a brilliant bike ride with your mates!

When you cross the finish line at the BMA River 2 Reef Ride Festival, your ultimate post-ride reward is waiting for you: a hot, FREE bacon and egg roll fresh off the grill from the legendary Thiess Recovery Tent at our Event HQ!

Whether you are cruising the flat and scenic 25km Queensland Country Health Fund Dash, stepping things up on the 60km City Fitness Epic, or conquering the ultimate 100km Corry Cycles Gran Fondo, that delicious breakfast is yours for the taking.

But you can't eat if you don't register! Dust off the bike, rally your favourite people, and lock in your spot today.

👉 Register now for the best breakfast in Mackay: https://www.river2reefride.com.au

27/05/2026

🌟 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗠𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗡𝗘𝗥 𝗪𝗘𝗗𝗡𝗘𝗦𝗗𝗔𝗬: 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗼𝗻 Mad Mountain Bike Club 🌟

Welcome back to Community Partner Wednesday! This week, we are throwing the spotlight on the Mackay and District (MAD) Mountain Bike Club and sharing how your festival ride can support their incredible local trail network.

𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝗠𝗔𝗗 𝗠𝗧𝗕 𝗖𝗹𝘂𝗯
The Mackay and District (MAD) Mountain Bike Club is a dedicated community organisation promoting mountain biking for riders of all ages and skill levels. They manage and maintain the extensive trail network at Rowallan Park, providing a safe and exciting environment for both recreational riding and competitive racing. Beyond the trails, the club fosters an amazing social atmosphere through regular group rides, skills clinics, and events aimed at growing our local cycling culture!

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗿𝗮𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝘂𝗻𝗱𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗶𝗻 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲?
All monies raised by MAD MTB Club through this year's festival will go directly toward the upkeep of the MTB park and trails at Rowallan Park. This funding is crucial for keeping the tracks safe, well-maintained, and great for all club members and the wider public to enjoy year-round.

𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗙𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗼𝗹𝗲
The MAD MTB Club crew will be bringing the energy before the ride even begins! You will find their volunteers outside Corry Cycles Mackay managing the Rider Pack Collection on Thursday 13 and Friday 14 August from 3.30 pm to 5.30 pm. Stop by, say hi, and grab your gear!

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗖𝗮𝗻 𝗛𝗲𝗹𝗽
Are you a MAD MTB member, a trail lover, or part of the local mountain biking community? Get out there, share this post with your network, and register for your ride today!

Remember, it takes a village! When you register for any event distance, simply select MAD MTB Club (or any of our 13 amazing community partners) from the dropdown menu, and we will donate $5 from your entry fee directly to their club.

👉 Register now and support our local trails: https://www.river2reefride.com.au

26/05/2026

💼 𝗟𝗢𝗢𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗨𝗟𝗧𝗜𝗠𝗔𝗧𝗘 𝗧𝗘𝗔𝗠-𝗕𝗨𝗜𝗟𝗗𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗔𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗜𝗡 𝗠𝗔𝗖𝗞𝗔𝗬? 🚴‍♀️

Boost staff morale, promote workplace wellness while enjoying Mackay's beautiful outdoors by entering the 2026 BMA River 2 Reef Team Challenge!

Round up a squad of 4 or more colleagues, clients or friends, and you will score 15% OFF the entry fees for your entire crew! 🏢💰

From social riders tackling the 25km Queensland Country Health Dash to those pushing their limits in the 100km Corry Cycles Gran Fondo, there is a distance to suit every fitness level in your office.

How to get your workplace discount code:
1️⃣ Visit the link and fill out the quick team form. https://www.river2reefride.com.au/teams-challenge
2️⃣ We will email a unique 15% discount code to your Team Leader.
3️⃣ Have your Team Leader register the entire group in a single transaction to claim the savings!

⏰ 𝗠𝗔𝗥𝗞 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗖𝗔𝗟𝗘𝗡𝗗𝗔𝗥: This 15% team discount code is valid until midnight on 31 July 2026. Get your workplace crew locked in today!

🏢 𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺, 𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗚𝗼𝗮𝗹
By participating, your business will also be driving massive local change. Your team selects one of our 13 Community Partners to champion, and we will donate $5 for every single employee registered on your team directly to that local cause. Rally the whole office because more team members means a much bigger corporate donation to a fantastic local cause! 👋💙 Purchase our official event jersey and another $5 per jersey goes to your selected cause!

Register your corporate or social team now:
👉 https://www.river2reefride.com.au/teams-challenge

22/05/2026

🎯 𝗚𝗢𝗧 𝗔 𝗖𝗬𝗖𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗖𝗥𝗘𝗪, 𝗪𝗢𝗥𝗞 𝗦𝗤𝗨𝗔𝗗, 𝗢𝗥 𝗔𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗘 𝗙𝗔𝗠𝗜𝗟𝗬? 🚴‍♂️✨

Everything is better with mates! It's time to round up your squad for Mackay's BIGGEST community cycling weekend and take on the BMA River 2 Reef Team Challenge.

Gather a crew of 4 or more riders and we will reward your massive community spirit with 15% OFF everyone's entry fees! 🥳💰

Whether the kids are taking on the colourful chaos of Saturday's Golding Kids Colour Ride with mates and cousins, or the adults are stepping up to Sunday's open roads, riding as a team is the ultimate way to experience the festival vibes.

How it works:
1️⃣ Click on the link and fill out the form: 👉 https://www.river2reefride.com.au/teams-challenge
2️⃣ Keep an eye or for an email with your unique 15% discount code.
3️⃣ Your Team Leader must register the whole crew in one single transaction to unlock the savings!

⏰ 𝗗𝗢𝗡'𝗧 𝗗𝗘𝗟𝗔𝗬: Your 15% team discount code is strictly valid until midnight on 31 July 2026, so make sure your crew is locked in before the deadline!

Plus, more teammates means a bigger collective impact! Link your team entry to one of our 13 Community Partners and we will donate $5 per team member direct to your chosen cause. 💙

Rally your team, lock in your savings, and get ready to ride for a cause!

20/05/2026

🌟 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗠𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗡𝗘𝗥 𝗪𝗘𝗗𝗡𝗘𝗦𝗗𝗔𝗬: 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗼𝗻 Harrup Park 🌟

Welcome to our very first Community Partner Wednesday! Each week, we are shining a light on the incredible local organisations that make the BMA River 2 Reef Ride Festival possible, and sharing how you can help them reach their goals.

𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝗛𝗮𝗿𝗿𝘂𝗽 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗸
Harrup Park is a leading regional sporting and hospitality destination dedicated to delivering world-class events and fostering sports participation at every level. Their mission is to inspire greatness in sport, in our community and in the experiences they create. They believe exceptional outcomes come from a deep commitment to community benefit, creating an environment where people feel connected, valued, and proud to belong.

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗿𝗮𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝘂𝗻𝗱𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗶𝗻 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲?
Every dollar raised through their involvement this year will go directly to the Mackay Sports Foundation. This vital foundation provides travel grants to eligible players, coaches, and officials (aged 21 and under) across the Mackay, Whitsunday, and Isaac regions. These funds directly offset the considerable costs of sending our talented local youth to compete at national and international levels!

𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗙𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗼𝗹𝗲
Keeping our riders safe and on the right path is a massive undertaking. On Sunday, 16 August, the dedicated team from Harrup Park will be taking on the crucial role of installing and removing a section of the course signage for our riders.

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗖𝗮𝗻 𝗛𝗲𝗹𝗽
Are you a Harrup Park member, athlete, or supporter? Get out there, share this post with your network, and register for your ride today!

Remember, it takes a village! When you register for any event distance, simply select Harrup Park (or any of our 13 amazing community partners) from the dropdown menu, and we will donate $5 from your entry fee directly to their cause.

👉 Register now and support our local athletes: https://www.river2reefride.com.au

19/05/2026

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗴𝗶𝘃𝗲-𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸! 💙

The 2026 BMA River 2 Reef Ride Festival is about more than just cycling; it is about supporting the groups that make our region great.

Remember, you have the power to give back:
1️⃣ Select a community group at registration = we donate $5!
2️⃣ Purchase the official 2026 Event Jersey = we donate another $5!

15 & 16 August 2026. Lock it in and make your ride count! 🚴‍♂️💨 👉 https://www.river2reefride.com.au

18/05/2026

🚨 𝗟𝗔𝗦𝗧 𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗘: 𝗘𝗔𝗥𝗟𝗬 𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗥𝗬 𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗖𝗘𝗦 𝗘𝗡𝗗 𝗧𝗢𝗡𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗧! 🚨

This is it! You have until midnight TONIGHT (Mon 18 May) to secure your early entry price for the 2026 BMA River 2 Reef Ride Festival and the Golding Kids Colour Ride. Prices will officially rise tomorrow!

Don't miss out on Mackay's biggest give-back cycling festival. Lock in the best rate and secure your spot on the start line. We have a distance for everyone:

🗓️ Saturday, 15 August

👉Golding Kids Colour Ride: A fun, colourful course for active kids aged 3 to 12 years (trikes, bikes, and scooters welcome!).

🗓️ Sunday, 16 August

👉25km Queensland Country Health Fund Dash: Perfect for novices, families, and a social morning out.
👉60km City Fitness Epic: A fantastic mid-distance challenge to get the heart pumping.
👉100km Corry Cycles Gran Fondo: The ultimate endurance test for experienced riders.

Remember, every registration counts! When you sign up, select one of our 13 Community Partners from the dropdown menu, and we will donate $5 from your entry directly to them. Together we can make this not just the BIGGEST cycling festival in Mackay but the BIGGEST community give back too ❤️

⏰ The clock is ticking! Register before midnight: Click on the link in our bio

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