Identical twin sisters Dianne and Suzy Fielding are venturing through the Central West in a bid to complete more than 800 kilometres on bike, and raise some important funds.
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The sisters passed through Forbes, Trundle, Bogan Gate, Albert, Tullamore, Tottenham and are now maneuvering towards Bobadah before arriving at Nymagee.
"We are cycling to raise funds for front line medical services for the Royal Flying Doctor Service in the Australian bush," Dianne said.
"We are travelling safely through remote towns still suffering from extreme drought, catastrophic bushfires and depressed economic times due to COVID-19.
"After Tottenham, we will ride on dirt to the geographical centre of NSW then onto Nymagee, between Condobolin and Cobar, where we will volunteer to assist station owners in a myriad of jobs.
"We are carrying our tent, sleeping bags, stove, very few clothes and our first aid kit."
The duo arrived in Tottenham on Thursday. Dianne began her journey from Nowra and Suzy, from Manly Vale, and by the time they arrive in Nymagee they will have cycled for more than 800 kilometres.
"Generally, we ride 20-30 kilometres then have a break and something to eat to keep fuelled up," Dianne said.
"We hope to inspire other women to keep fit, explore new places and achieve their dreams."
Dianne said riding through 'the bush' has been wonderful.
"People talk to you as you travel, often offering you water or a cuppa.
"When people find out that you are raising money for the Flying Doctor, their doors open, and they are so appreciative of what you are doing."
Dianne said she believes the service is one of the most trusted charities in Australia.
"It provides life-saving services for people in rural and remote Australia, and we wanted to use our passion for cycling to give back," she said.
Suzy said one of their favourite things about the ride is meeting people of the outback as well as knowing they are raising money which will go towards making a difference to someone in outback Australia that RFDS cares for.
The sisters have been documenting their journey and taking donations via their Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/Royal-Flying-Doctor-Service-Bicycle-Ride-Nowra-to-Nymagee-103822998059618/.
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