Variety Rally Around Victoria

28 February - 2 March 2025

Register for 2025!

Rally Around Victoria is back in 2025, and we're heading to the iconic Great Ocean Road for another unforgettable 3-day adventure from 28 February to 2 March.

Starting in Geelong, the rally will take us through Lavers Hill, Port Campbell, and Kennett River, with stops along the way in these beautiful coastal towns. We’ll finish the trip with a ferry to Sorrento and a celebratory lunch on the Frankston Foreshore. Along the way, you’ll enjoy great food, fun company, and see firsthand how your fundraising makes a real difference in kids’ lives through heartwarming grant presentations.

Provisions and minimum fundraising will be similar to 2024 and confirmed later in the year.

Register your car today and start your journey to help kids in need across Victoria!

What Can You Expect?

Fun Days & Nights

Meet like-minded people with a passion for motoring and philanthropic pursuits while exploring some of Victoria's hidden gems and breathtaking roads. Experience regional dining at its best!

Make a Difference

Take part in grant presentations to regional communities and kids living with disability, illness or experiencing disadvantage. Support small businesses and rural economies along the way

On-Road Support

Mechanical and medical support are always within reach, ready to assist when needed. Your safety and peace of mind are our pirority, ensuring a worry-free experience throughout the event.

How Your Fundraising Helps

Your fundraising efforts have a direct impact on Victorian children living with disabilities, illnesses, or experiencing disadvantage. Your contributions provide life-changing equipment and programs that make a world of difference.

With the rising cost of living and more and more families needing our help, let’s set a new fundraising record this year… how many zeros can we get!? A big part of Rally Around Victoria will be granting to kids along the journey. There will be individual grants to support kids with disability or illness, and we’ll be supporting schools and community groups. We can’t wait to bring you along for this amazing and rally that will not only be a filled with great food, stunning scenery and fun times, but also full hearts and a real sense of purpose.

Are you ready to roll up your sleeves and rally for Victorian kids in need?

How to Get Involved

Register

Sign up online or contact one of our friendly Motoring Event crew to get you started! We're here to support you from start to finish.

Fundraise

Make a positive impact on kids' lives by fundraising. We provide resources to help guide and support your team's fundraising and sponsorship efforts.

Rally

Get ready to hit the road! Empty the eskies, ready the shopping list, and charge your camera battery for a memorable three days!

FAQs

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Do I need a special type of vehicle to participate?

No, definitely not! Our aim is to encourage anyone who owns a special vehicle to polish it up and join others with the same passion on this epic weekend. Your daily drive will also do the job – this event is all about the journey and the cause.

Motorcycles are welcome on the event. Please reach out to the Variety Motoring Events team to discuss before registering on (03) 8698 3900 or motoringevents@varietyvic.org.au.

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Is there an age restriction?

Yes, this event is for those 18 years and older.

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Where does the fundraising money go?

All money raised from the event goes to supporting kids who are sick, disadvantaged or have additional needs through Variety – the Children’s Charity Victoria. Variety Victoria are registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission and have been delivering vital support to kids across the country for more than 40 years. During the event, you’ll get to be a part of some very special grant presentations out on the road and witness your fundraising impact firsthand.