Oxfam Australia Trailwalker

OXFAM TRAILWALKER Gives you the chance to be extraordinary!

Take on the ultimate team challenge:
Tackle 100km of Australian bush within 48 hours as a team of four, and make a difference by raising funds to help overcome poverty and injustice around the world.

WHO’S BEHIND TRAILWALKER?

Oxfam Australia is part of a global movement of dedicated people working hard to fight poverty and injustice.

We’ve been working with communities for more than 50 years, and have learnt that simply giving handouts is not the answer. Instead, we provide people with the skills, knowledge and resources to help them create their own solutions to poverty.

We fund long-term projects around the world and work in a range of areas, from water and sanitation to education and health.

We campaign for a more just world, urging those in power to change rules and practices that keep people in poverty. And we respond to humanitarian emergencies, providing life-saving aid, support and protection to those in need. Find out more about Oxfam Australia.

CAN YOUR TEAM GO THE DISTANCE?

Oxfam Trailwalker is all about teamwork – it’s a great way for friends to bond or for work colleagues to develop team spirit.

Trailwalker is challenging, but you don’t need to be a marathon runner or a professional athlete to do it. Whether you’re old friends, a group of mums, running buddies or work mates, with training and the right mental attitude, just about anyone can do it. And we give you plenty of resources to get prepared!

Each team must commit to raising at least $1,000 to support Oxfam’s work around the world, including Australia. Fundraising can be challenging, but it’s also great fun! Check out the Fundraising section for your event to find tips and resources to help you meet your fundraising goals.

TRAILWALKER BLOG

16 May 2012 Sydney Fundraising, News

It’s a matter of simple maths

Do you know 10 people who can spare $125 this year? If you answered yes, then congratulations, your team is well on their way to becoming a Gold team!

16 May 2012 Sydney Fundraising, News

Fundraise your way to State of Origin – Game 2!

Footy fan or not, you can’t pretend that you don’t enjoy the sweet satisfaction of seeing NSW get one up over QLD, not to mention enjoying a gourmet pre-game buffet aboard a luxury catamaran! We’ve got an exciting competition to kick start your fundraising – raise more than $1,500 by June 8 and your team will be in the running to win a VIP Roosters State of Origin Cruise package.

Oxfam Trailwalker, Sydney, 2010. photo taken by M Myers / Oxfam Australia

15 May 2012 Sydney News, Training

Paddy Pallin training walks

Oxfam Trailwalker national sponsor Paddy Pallin will be hosting a series of training walks in the lead up to Oxfam Trailwalker Sydney to help you and your team prepare for the big 100km challenge.

15 May 2012 Brisbane Fundraising, News

Important dates and team administration

As we start the countdown to Oxfam Trailwalker Brisbane (did someone say five weeks to go?) it’s time to start getting out the diaries and ensuring all the important dates are marked and that all the paperwork is filled in. Admin is not a dirty word my friends!

14 May 2012 Brisbane Volunteering

Volunteers urgently needed to be part of something special

With only 4 weeks left until Oxfam Trailwalker Brisbane2012, we are still seeking volunteers to fill 200 essential roles. All you need is a desire to help out 350 teams while they embark on their 100km journey through D’Aguilar National Park in support of people living in poverty around the world.

11 May 2012 Sydney Fundraising, News, Training

The dos and don’ts from Information Night

There was a real buzz of excitement (or possibly nervousness) at the Wesley Conference Centre on Tuesday night as the Oxfam Trailwalker Sydney 2012 participants gathered together as a group for the first time!