Participants travel 2500km into remote outback locations with over 70 cars entered to fundraise and 11 support vehicles following to ensure that all vehicles get to their destinations throughout Outback Australia.

This all amounts to over 165 people all supporting the small remote communities along the way. 

Our second rally, held on March 4, 2018, raised an astounding $273,446.

This was an amazing effort by all involved. 

What is even more amazing is the fact that we take no administration costs out of the total fundraised amount.

That’s right 100 per cent, of all funds go to Country Hope. 

The primary source of funding for Country Hope is from corporate sponsors and community fundraisers.

Due to the fact that they receive no government funding like a lot of the larger support groups. 

Once teams are accepted they must raise a minimum of $2500 to be eligible to participate in the rally.

What do I need? Simply find a reliable car making sure it is registered, insured and air conditioned for the soft ones among us and ready to go on an adventure.

You will only need a car (2wd), as 4WD not allowed as this is a 2wd car rally not an offroad race.

However there will be rough and corrugated roads so be prepared. If you want to modify your vehicle i.e-shocks,lift kits etc that is up to you, however it is not needed.

However you do need Bash plate to protect your sump (oil pan).

This trip is not designed to be sleeping in four star accommodation, you will be camping under the stars in this amazing outback experience (no motels) therefore you will need to bring your own swag , tent,etc. We will organise three meals a day so you will not starve in the outback.

There will be camping available at Balranald and Hay for the start and finish.

The one thing we do need for the Rally is Sponsorship for the 2019 Rally. 

The 2018 Rally was very well supported by Rivcott, Lions Club Darlington Point, Tim’s Meats, Murrumbidgee Council, B&D Workwear, Dobija Design & Print.

The rally has also been lucky enough to have Uhaul Australia come onboard as suppliers of support vehicles, support crew & trailers for the rally on an annual basis.