Taylor Maiden Voyage in Newcastle, New South Wales | Charitable organisation

Taylor Maiden Voyage

Locality: Newcastle, New South Wales

Phone: +61 477 566 022

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25.01.2022 Ben pulling his kayak over a tree after getting me over safely.

25.01.2022 DAY 7: HALFWAY!!! After our interview with NBN we had our partners Josh McWhirter and Gemma Bondi join us on the river. We each had a go in the double kayak and it was a great days paddling. No one went for any swims that werent on purpose. We even saved a couple who had come out of their canoe and become wedged under the trees. Now camping in Jerrys Plains. Tomorrow going halfway to Singleton. Keep those donations coming people if you can!

24.01.2022 A fan came down to say hello...

24.01.2022 DAY 12: What a s**t of a day! Weve now dragged the kayaks for about 50km! Fun! We nearly stepped on snakes, attacked by killer fish (see photos) and there was no bloody water. Finally found some water and the tide was going in the wrong direction. Oh and then the wind came up, it was awesome! Another 30km day and have made it to Maitland. But on the plus side we are only $1,500 away from reaching our target of $25,000. So if youve been waiting to donate, now is the time to do it. Only three days and well be done! After today, we cant wait!!!

24.01.2022 Follow us as we finish our voyage: https://livetrack.garmin.com//31EB546388CDBA884E8ADF672A4D

23.01.2022 What an amazing night! Thank you so much to everyone who came to our Fundraiser Night. It was a raging success and we raised some serious cash. Were still waiting for a bit of money to come in so well have and update on our final funds raised later this week. We are just amazed by everyones generosity!!! Thanks you so much!!!!

22.01.2022 DAY 8: (Saturday) Super tough day with lots of wind, dust and even a bit of rain. Travelled 38km after 8.5 hours on the water. Was amazing to see how drastically the water level dropped after we went past the power station pumps so were doing a bit of kayak dragging. Were now halfway to Singleton and will go the rest of the way on Day 9.

22.01.2022 We found water. But its going the wrong way! Gotta love tides. Not far til Maitland.

21.01.2022 For anyone who wasn't able to make it to our Fundraiser Night, here is a video we showed on the night and the speech that Lauren gave about the voyage. We have raised nearly $50,000 for Chris O'Brien Lifehouse, the amazing cancer hospital that looked after our mum. If you've been meaning to donate and haven't quite got round to it, here's you last chance to get us over the $50K mark! http://donate.mylifehouse.org.au//taylor-maiden-voyage-hun Here's Lauren's speech (it'...Continue reading

21.01.2022 Please buy tickets to the Fundraiser Night ASAP if youd like to come along. We need to know how many people are coming for catering. Thanks!

20.01.2022 All this kayaking is really becoming a bit of a drag...

20.01.2022 GUYS, WE DID IT!!! We raised over $50,000 for Chris OBrien Lifehouse! This is absolutely incredible (double what we set out to raise) and we couldnt have d...one it without all of your generous support! Thank you so much! This money will be going towards helping people living with cancer and hopefully to find a cure! Thank you, thank you, thank you! See more

19.01.2022 Now weir talking!

19.01.2022 DAY 10: (Monday) Hard days kayaking with water getting lower and lower. Was great to see some local farmers come down to say hi and show their support. Another couple of hard days ahead.

18.01.2022 Look out Singleton, this suspect fellow has been seen floating about..

17.01.2022 Pretty sure mum would say you couldve brushed your hair but this is pretty bloody awesome. Apart from the flies. Please share, were so close to reaching our goal!

17.01.2022 You can follow us today (Tuesday) using this link: https://livetrack.garmin.com//4CE0A96FA664877A41AB5B34A9D37

16.01.2022 Head on over to our Fundraiser event page to see all the awesome prizes we have up for grabs tomorrow night. Not too late to get your tickets.

15.01.2022 Check out the size of the carp!!!

15.01.2022 Started a bit late today as we were being interviewed by NBN News! Hopefully on the news on Saturday night. Making good time now though and on track to arrive in Jerrys Plains this afternoon.

14.01.2022 Make sure you buy the Herald tomorrow. We should be in it!

13.01.2022 DAY 13: 26km from Maitland to Raymond Terrace with a morning tea break in Morpeth. Hard slog going into the tides for most of it but got there in good time. Thanks to Mark Bretag and Cheryl Bretag from Newy Paddlers who came down to welcome us to Raymond Terrace and took some great shots of us.

13.01.2022 The guys from Newy Paddlers were instrumental when we did our Taylor Maiden Voyage last year. They offered helpful advice, provided us with kayaks and the most wonderful support. They now need out support to help them win a grant for their club from City of Newcastle. Please help us support the club by following the instructions provided below and vote for their grant application. They are all legends and deserve this so much! Thanks!

13.01.2022 Well thats a wrap!!! Thank you so much to everyone who came to see us arrive in Newcastle yesterday. It was the most amazing day!!! Your support has been incredible and we cant believe we have smashed our fundraising goal. Its not too late to donate and dont forget to buy tickets to our Fundraiser Night in Scone next weekend. THANK YOU!!!

13.01.2022 We thought rivers were meant to get bigger as you went down?!? This is just outside of Maitland. Surely well hit real water soon?!?

12.01.2022 DAY 11: Today was a bit of a challenge. Not much water at all but Benny and I figured out a good way to work together and get the kayaks 30km, halfway to Maitland. Garry found us a great camp spot by the river with a nice cool waterhole and had cold beers waiting for us. You beauty!

11.01.2022 Heres the link to track us today (Friday), our last big day going from Raymond Terrace to Stockton. Early start to go with the tides. https://livetrack.garmin.com//84E351CB1E62CB1C4B34AA544B2E

08.01.2022 Hey everyone, here are the plans for Saturday. Were aiming to arrive at 12:30pm but be there from 12pm just incase were early. We will be having a BBQ in the park in between Horseshoe and Nobbys Beach and will have food and drinks available for a donation so please bring some cash. Well also have some of our awesome Taylor Maiden Voyage trucker caps for sale - $20. Well have a parking update for everyone tomorrow but wed recommend you take public transport to get there a...s supercars setup will make things a bit more difficult. If anyone would like to join us for our last paddle you are welcome to complete the last few kms with us from Stockton (North Boat Ramp - 3.8km). We are meeting at the boat ramp at 11am for an 11:30 kick-off. Were going to be going into the tide and itll be windy so Id recommend only strong kayakers join us!

08.01.2022 Want a Taylor Maiden Voyage hat like all the cool kids are wearing these days? We have three left for sale. Post sold below and add your $20 donation to our fundraising page and youll have the most epic headwear for the coming summer. Quick, theres only 3 left!! http://donate.mylifehouse.org.au//taylor-maiden-voyage-hun

06.01.2022 Day 14: The penultimate day was a simple 28km from Raymond Terrace to Stockton. We got started early in order to get a bit of help from the tides and did it in 4.5 hours. Cant believe we only have 3.5km to go tomorrow!! We are so close to hitting our goal of $25,000. Please help us to get over the line. Yewwwww!!!

06.01.2022 The final day has finally arrived!!! Were already for our final paddle and then a HUGE celebration. Thanks so much to everyone who has donated and supported us along the way. We have smashed our fundraising target but keep it coming! Cant wait to see you guys at Horseshoe Beach. LOVE YOU ALL!!!

05.01.2022 GUYS, WE DID IT!!! We raised over $50,000 for Chris O'Brien Lifehouse! This is absolutely incredible (double what we set out to raise) and we couldn't have d...one it without all of your generous support! Thank you so much! This money will be going towards helping people living with cancer and hopefully to find a cure! Thank you, thank you, thank you! See more

04.01.2022 For anyone who wasnt able to make it to our Fundraiser Night, here is a video we showed on the night and the speech that Lauren gave about the voyage. We have raised nearly $50,000 for Chris OBrien Lifehouse, the amazing cancer hospital that looked after our mum. If youve been meaning to donate and havent quite got round to it, heres you last chance to get us over the $50K mark! http://donate.mylifehouse.org.au//taylor-maiden-voyage-hun Heres Laurens speech (it...Continue reading

04.01.2022 Lauren goes for a swim... such a pro!

04.01.2022 DAY 9: Much calmer out on the water today. 34km into Singleton.

04.01.2022 Remember to watch NBN News tonight! Starts at 6pm. Your intrepid friends should be making an appearance

02.01.2022 Chasing waterfalls today! Think we should be sponsored by Red Bull

02.01.2022 This October and November, Chris O'Brien Lifehouse is asking you to Be Brave to support patients with cancer. With options to skydive, shave your head, or pick your own challenge to Be Brave Your Way, finish off 2020 by raising vital funds to support the 1 in 2 Australians who will be diagnosed with cancer by the age of 85. This time last year, we were on our 450km voyage (more stupid than brave) and were so proud to raise more than $50K for Chris O'Brien Lifehouse. Will you be brave this year?

02.01.2022 Weve now sold 100 tickets to our fundraiser night on Saturday. If youre wanting to come please get in quick before we close off tickets. You can get them via ...the Facebook event or at the Scone RSL. Ive had a few people ask about dress code so just letting you know its smart casual. Weve got some live entertainment booked, some great raffle and auction prizes and were ready to celebrate. Come join us! See more

01.01.2022 Ben Taylor being oarsome...

01.01.2022 Confirmation we should be on NBN News around 6:30. Stay tuned!!