Ride for the Ruff Days is a 40-day charity bike ride from Perth to Canberra,
raising funds for Lifeline Canberra and Dogs Canberra, which are two
organisations providing very different kinds of connection when people need
it most.
Travelling approximately 100 km a day across Australia’s southern coast, the
team will take on more than 4,000 km by bike, sharing the highs, the hard
days and the conversations along the way. The ride is built around a simple
idea: connection can make a difference when someone is struggling. Sometimes
that connection is a conversation with a Lifeline Crisis Supporter.
Sometimes it’s the companionship of a dog.
More than anything, Ride for the Ruff Days is about community and reminding
people across Australia that no one has to face the tough days alone. It’s
okay to struggle. It’s okay to ask for help. And support is always there.
As a registered charity, we focus on rehabilitating dogs from
traditional shelters, helping them build resilience through
professional training and community interaction.
Our open-shelter model allows people to walk, play, and bond with our
dogs—benefiting both pups and humans alike. Through our Pilot Program
(2024-2025), we're creating lasting connections while reducing shelter
overcrowding.
