Event Details
What is Can4Cancer?
Can4Cancer is a CommBank Staff Foundation initiative in partnership with Tour de Cure that raises vital funds to support researchers working towards curing and preventing cancer. Whether you’re new to Can4Cancer or you are a returning veteran, here are the answers to some questions you may have. If you have any further questions, please ask! can4cancer@cba.com.au.
NSW Ride
The 3 day ride across regional NSW will be finishing in South Eveleigh Sydney. For those wanting to really push themselves, there will be a challenge option which covers greater distance and elevation each day.
Dates: Sunday 5th November to Tuesday 7th November, with travel to the start required on Saturday 4th November
Day 0: Saturday afternoon travel to Orange
Day 1: Orange to Bathurst 91km +799 m (Challenge 139km +1556m)
Day 2: Bathurst to Lithgow 80km +1358m (Challenge 118km +1915m) with Afternoon uplift to Katoomba
Day 3: Katoomba to Eveleigh 87 km +649 m (Challenge 109km +909m)
More details on route will be published soon.
VIC Ride
The 3 day ride across regional VIC will be finishing in Melbourne CBD. For those wanting to really push themselves, there will be a challenge option which covers greater distance and elevation each day.
Day 0: Wednesday travel from Melbourne CBD to Mansfield
Day 1: Mansfield– Jamieson loop.
Day 2: Mansfield– Marysville.
Day 3: Marysville - Melbourne.
More details on route can be found here
What is the registration fee?
NSW:
Rider Early Bird rate: $625 p/person, closes 30 June 2023
Rider Standard rate: $650 p/person.
Support crew registration fee: $250 p/person.
VIC:
Rider Early Bird rate: $625 p/person, closes 30 June 2023
Rider Standard rate: $650 p/person.
Support crew registration fee: $250 p/person.
You will be required to pay your registration fee at the final step of the registration process.
What kit will I get?
All riders will receive a full set of cycling kit for the tour. This includes:
2 x jerseys
2 x bib knicks
1 x cycling cap
2 x pairs of socks
1 x wind vest
1 x bike number
1 x laundry bag
You will be asked to select your kit size on registration with the link to the sizing chart provided (https://tdc.champ-sys.com.au/pages/sizing-charts); please choose carefully as we cannot guarantee you will be able to swap kit sizes once your chosen size has been received. If you need to make a size change, please email fundraising@tourdecure.com.au and we’ll help to swap out sizes.
Packing list Riders | Support Crew
NOTE: Riders to bring your own weatherproof riding jacket. TDC Will not be providing loan red jackets.
When do registrations close?
Rider Registrations will close 25 August 2023 unless published otherwise.
What accommodation is included in the tour?
NSW: 3 x nights accommodation: Saturday 4 Nov – Tuesday 7 Nov 2023
VIC: 3 x nights accommodation: Wednesday 22 Nov - Saturday 25 Nov 2023
You will be sharing same gender accommodation of two to three people per room in hotel/motels.
Are there any additional costs for the Tour?
What’s included?
Accommodation on tour NSW Tour, 3 nights, VIC Tour, 3 nights
All meals and soft drinks
Riders: Two sets of cycling kit and evening polo shirts
Support Crew: Polo shirts
Not Included:
Alcoholic beverages on tour.
Flights to / from Sydney or Melbourne if participant is based interstate
Bikes or Bike bags!
Helmets
Ride Water bottles
Personal clothing items or personal medication
I’m Support Crew, what role will I play on Tour?
We will send you a survey to complete which will enable us allocate roles advised 4 weeks out from tour. Briefing sessions start between 4 weeks out and up to one week out depending on the role you will play. You will have the opportunity to discuss the role you have been assigned and receive training.
Training & Tour Requirements
I’m new to riding, can I come on tour?
If you are new to riding in a bunch (peloton), Tour de Cure will work closely with you to make sure you have the skills and fitness you’ll need to take on the ride. Read our riding etiquette guide to get acquainted with the do’s and don’ts of riding on the road.
Tour de Cure and CBA will kick off training with a First Time on Tour virtual workshop. We can put you in contact with a bike shop to help you with hiring or choosing a road bike.
You will need a road bike with drop handlebars, and learn to be able to ride in clip in pedals (cleats).
What training is available?
You will be given a bespoke Can4Cancer training program to follow with regular group training rides for all levels of rider in various locations. Early morning weekday sessions before work and Sunday longer ride to build your skill and fitness levels. We recommend you start and follow the program as closely as possible to get the best experience out of tour.
NSW tour Training Program
NSW tour Training Calendar with skill and fitness level milestones
VIC tour Training Program
VIC tour Training Calendar with skill and fitness level milestones
What training do I need to be doing?
Riding for 2/3 days back-to-back requires substantial fitness so training for the event is incredibly important.
Please ‘Join’ the training rides that are posted in the free app Strava each week.
Join Strava - Strava is a free fitness app to track your progress and connect with other athletes. Strava enables us to put you in groups of people with similar fitness and skill. Support Crew need to sign up too, so you can connect to the TDC Hub!
Join the Strava Tour de Cure Training group for your state - to connect with other riders and get information about upcoming training rides. Make sure you RSVP to group rides to enable us to manage participant numbers and send you information updates.
ACT | NSW | QLD | SA | TAS | VIC | WA | VIRTUAL
For any training and fitness questions, please email can4cancer@cba.com.au .
Riders will need to attend at least five TDC supported training sessions of 40km+, even if you are an experienced cyclist. Plan to attend the rides early in your training program to enable us to tailor your program. If the 5 rides are proving challenging please speak with us, either your local ride leader, fundraising coach or Can4Cancer ride stream member and we will help you out.
We recommend at least 12 weeks of regular training prior to the event, training rides will be available for you to join in most states and you’ll be supported through the process with training plans, advice and technical coaching from our Tour de Cure team.
We provide extra training opportunities for people new to riding, the tip is to start training as early as you can.
What is the TDC Hub?
To ensure we can provide relevant and personalised training and support crew information for you, please complete these steps to connect with Tour de Cure (TDC) and begin your Can4Cancer journey.
Connect Strava to the TDC Hub - The Hub is a TDC app which links up your Strava profile to help our training team monitor your progress, organise safe training rides based on skill and fitness levels, and manage pelotons closer to Tour. Support Crew will also use Hub to access information and training documents.
Register here to link your account. FAQs available here.
Please remember to register and access the TDC Hub from your mobile device or private laptop as it is not accessible from CBA laptops.
How can I track my training and know where training is on each week?
We use Strava (a free training and fitness app) to post rides in your area. Strava records your rides to enable you to keep on track with your training plan.
How will I know when I am ‘Tour Ready’?
You are required to attend a minimum of five 50+km Tour de Cure weekend rides before joining the Can4Cancer ride, this includes experienced riders. You will be assessed by our Ride Leaders who can give you guidance with your skill and fitness level and enable TDC to place you in a peloton to suit your ability at each training session and on tour.
Medical Clearance
Riders and Support Crew must visit their GP and provide a signed TDC Medical Clearance form within four weeks of registering for tour or 6 October 2023, whichever is sooner. We ask for the medical forms to ensure you are fit and healthy to take part in training and tour and also to have regular cancer screening with your doctor. Hear from Dr Elly Warren why it’s a mandatory component of tour participation.
All training sessions and the Tour event will follow a Covid Safe Touring Plan to ensure the safety of all participants. Completed medical forms need to be uploaded to the TDC Hub. Expiry date is one year from your GP visit.
Do I need Bike Insurance?
Yes. The participation on a Tour de Cure event is at your own risk. We recommend you take out all the necessary insurance during training and tour to cover yourself, your bike and other possessions, including third party liability for personal and property damage. This is easy to obtain and is often included in your membership of a professional body such as Cycling Australia or Bicycle NSW. Please check the fine print to ensure you are happy with the level of cover.
If you are new to riding in a bunch (peloton), Tour de Cure will work closely with you to make sure you have the skills and fitness you’ll need to take on the ride. Read our riding etiquette guide to get acquainted with the do’s and don’ts of riding on the road.
Tour de Cure and CBA will kick off training with a First Time on Tour virtual workshop. We can put you in contact with a bike shop to help you with hiring or choosing a road bike.
You will need a road bike with drop handlebars, and learn to be able to ride in clip in pedals (cleats)
What kind of bike do I need?
We ask that you have a fully maintained road bike with curved handle bars (no tri bars or straight handle bars, no mountain or hybrid bikes) 2 water bottle cages and lights, ideally cleat pedals. Flat pedals are okay to start initial training rides, however, cleats are compulsory during the majority of the training and on tour.
What Helmet do I need? - Special Offer 20% off
Look after your lid – you need to replace your helmet every 3-5 years regardless of condition. All riders are required to wear a helmet meeting AS2063/NZ 2063 or equivalent. Helmets must have a manufacturers mark stating its compliance with the Standard and be in good condition. If your helmet is not approved or is damaged you will be asked not to ride with us on the training ride. Refer to https://www.productsafety.gov.au/standards/bicycle-helmets
Tour de Cure partners at POC are generously offering our TDC community a 20% discount off their helmets and cycling accessories.
Use the promo code POC-TDC-202023 on the POC website https://au.pocsports.com/ to receive the discount.
What is it like riding on tour?
We ride in 6-7 pelotons of 20 riders, based on experience and ability. There will be Tour de Cure ride leaders in each peloton, who are in radio contact with support cars that travel front and back of each peloton. Each peloton car is a fully supported safety vehicle with driver, navigator plus nutrition, medical and mechanical assistance.
Fundraising & Teams
What is the fundraising target?
To join the Can4Cancer ride, CBA employees and invited sponsors are required to raise funds for cancer research, support and prevention.
NSW:
Rider fundraising target: $2,000 minimum.
Support crew fundraising target: $650 minimum.
VIC:
Rider fundraising target: $2,000 minimum.
Support crew fundraising target: $650 minimum.
Tour de Cure’s Fundraising Coach is available to help you plan to reach or exceed your target. Please complete your fundraising commitment prior to the ride.
How do I collect Fundraising?
Registration and fundraising for Can4Cancer will be through the Can4Cancer Grassrootz website. On registration, you will receive a personalised and shareable fundraising page which can be easily personalised with your photo and your personal ‘Why’ story.
You can post training updates and thank your donors directly, making reaching your fundraising target easy. Remember - you’re not asking for money for yourself, you’re asking for support in finding a cure for cancer
Can I create or join a fundraising team?
Yes. If you are wanting to put on fundraising events with your friends, then 'Teams’ are the best way to go to sharing in group fundraising!
To form a team:
Think up a team name that is unique and resonates with your group.
Nominate a team leader.
Have the team leader register first and select the option to ‘Create a Team’ during the registration process.
Once the team is created, the rest of the team can register and select ‘Join a Team’ to join their own team.
If you would prefer to sign up and participate as an individual, that is perfectly OK too.
If you wish to create or join a team after you have registered, simply log in to your fundraising page and click on ‘Join or Create a team’ on the left hand side of your page.
What’s the fundraising target for a team?
The team fundraising target = individual fundraising target X number team participants.
Note, a target will not automatically show on your team page, the Team Leader can manually add or update the target.
Can I invite others to join my team?
Yes, visit your team page, then copy the link and share it with your colleagues so they can register and join your team straight away.
How do I join a team when I have already registered as an individual?
How do I join a team when I have already registered as an individual?
Login to your page (click LOGIN button in the top right corner)
On the left of your page, click the option to ‘Join or create a team’.
If you are creating a team, choose ‘Start a new team’. Give your team a meaningful and unique team name that will be easy for your donors to find and resonate with your group!
Adjust your fundraising target to represent the number of people as above.
If you are joining an existing team, choose ‘Join an existing team’.
Start typing in the name of the team in the search box, wait for your team to appear, then select.
There is also the option for you to leave a team or change your team.
Can I participate in multiple events?
The Can4Cancer events are held on different dates, giving participants the option to join multiple events in a year.
If you would like to participate in multiple events, you will need to pay each registration fee and meet the minimum fundraising goal for each event (e.g. join the walk and run in 2022, you will need to pay $70 walk registration fee and raise a minimum of $250 AND you will need to pay $70 run registration fee and raise a minimum of $250.)
I am taking part in two C4C events (e.g. the Ride and the Walk), how do I manage the two fundraising pages and commitments?
If you are taking part in two C4C events you will automatically receive two fundraising pages and will need to meet both of those fundraising commitments. Start fundraising for your first event by sharing your unique fundraising page URL and QR code. Once you reach your fundraising commitment for the first event, email support@grassrootz.com with both fundraising URLs and request a redirect from your completed fundraising profile to your next event fundraising profile.
My fundraising page isn’t showing on the leaderboard on Can4Cancer website
You can update your privacy setting on your profile.
Log in to your fundraising page
Click on Edit Page
Go to the bottom of the page and tick the PUBLIC box “Public pages automatically appear on all leader boards and can show up on search results as well“
Click SAVE
How do I get a receipt of donation?
When a donation has been processed a receipt will be automatically sent out to the email address that the donation was made under. If you can’t find it, please email support@grassrootz.com for a copy to be emailed again.
General Details
Where will I find out information for C4C 2023?
Newsletters will be issued monthly via email.
CBA employees can find further information on One.CBA and on the Can4Cancer Yammer page.
How do I opt in to receive the newsletter?
If you aren’t currently receiving the monthly newsletter, please email can4cancer@cba.com.au to be added to the newsletter distribution list.
I forgot my password, how can I update it?
If you have forgotten your password, please follow the process to re-set your password. Please note, CBA network blocks this email so please use your phone to access the email and update your password.
Can I apply for volunteer leave to attend the event?
CBA employees are entitled to paid Volunteer leave which can be entered via Workday.
Please discus with your manager prior to entering into the system.
Can I cancel my registration?
If you are unable to ride anymore, please contact can4cancer@cba.com.au at your earliest convenience to cancel your registration. The cut off for cancellations is 4 weeks prior to event date.
If you need to withdraw up to four weeks prior to your Event, your fundraising to date will go directly to the cancer research, support and prevention projects of the Event.
Registration Fees can be refunded up to 4 weeks prior to tour or you can choose to leave the Registration Fees to support cancer research, support and prevention.
Can someone else take my spot?
Unfortunately no. This is because of insurance reasons. You will need to follow the cancellation process and the new person will be required to follow the registration process and pay their registration fee.
What happens to my registration fee if the Can4Cancer events are postponed?
If your Event is postponed by Tour de Cure (or due to Government requirements), your Registration Fee and any fundraising to date will be transferred to the rescheduled date.
In the event of cancellation of the Event, your Registration Fee can be refunded, or you may choose to leave the Registration Fees to support cancer research, support and prevention. Your fundraising to date will not be refunded back to the Donors, it will go directly to the cancer research, support and prevention projects of the cancelled Event.
I am no longer employed at CBA/BW, can I still participate?
As long as you were an employee of the Group by June 1st, you are still able to join Can4Cancer 2023.
Can I pay my registration fee by corporate credit card?
The registration fee is a personal contribution and is payable by the employee. It cannot be charged to the corporate credit card.
Can I get a tax deduction for the registration fee?
No, the registration fee cannot be tax deducted. Only donations made to yourself, team or colleagues are eligible for a tax deductible receipt.
Do I need to record the donations in the G&E register (Conflict Hub)?
If you’re approaching clients to support your fundraising, the support needs to be logged in the Group Gift and Entertainment register, for more details visit One.CBA. Please reach out to your Business Units Line Risk representative for more details
Can I get discounted fitness wear?
Staff Deals and AIA Vitality App provide staff benefits to CommBank Group employees by way of exclusive lifestyle shopping deals.
We can help you start training for Can4Cancer with deals on home exercise equipment, bicycles and also vitamins & supplements to ensure your body is race-fit! Don’t forget to stock up on some fun active wear to train in!
Do I need to be Covid vaccinated to join an event?
No. As per covid governance across Australia, there is no mandatory vaccination for any event.
Will I become a CommBank Staff Foundation member by joining Can4Cancer?
Can4Cancer is the signature CommBank Staff Foundation fundraising event. This year, Commbank and Bankwest participants will automatically be enrolled to join the Foundation by signing up to Can4Cancer. Fortnightly donations of $5 will be auto-deducted from 6 November 2023. If you would like to learn more, visit One.CBA or from 6 November 2023 you can change your fortnightly contribution or opt out via Sidekick. If you have any further questions about membership, you can email commbankfoundation@cba.com.au