Michael Olsen

Ride for the Kids 2025

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My target 200 kms

October 10th I am riding 200kms to fund critical therapy, vital equipment, connection and moments of joy for over 1,600 Brainwave children living with brain disorders across Australia.

Our son Finn was diagnosed with a brain tumour at the start of 2025. After many scans, tests, reports and meetings, he underwent a 10 hour craniotomy surgery to successfully remove the tumour and has made a full recovery.


Having stayed in the hospital for the best part of a week, we got to see first hand how important and critical organisations like Brainwave are. They provided Finn with a backpack filled with goodies to help make his stay a little brighter - a backpack he now proudly carries to daycare. They also provide ongoing support to countless families around the country. 

We will never be able to repay Brainwave for their support, but taking part in this challenge is my small way to say thank you. 

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Erk

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Avi Pudman

Proud father and son journey – resilience, courage, strength, inspiration

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Melissa Van Leeuwen

All the best with the ride Michael and your supporting a good cause.

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Anthony Kelly

Best of luck with the ride Michael and hope the fundraising exceeds expectations for a great cause.

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Graham Morey

Way to go Michael

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Leonie Olsen

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Anna Christie

Good on you, Mick. I can only imagine how tough this has been - I’m really glad to hear Finn is recovering well ❤️‍🩹

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Lori Rohs

So happy that Finn is doing so well! Sounds like an amazing organization and a great cause Michael! Love and support to you all!

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Matt Ried

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Charlie Richardson

Nice work!

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David Carpenter

Finn we are all so happy you are on the road to recovery. Boy you have caused you Mum and Dad some sleepless night over the last 6 months.

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Finn Olsen

Thank you Dadda

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Sarah Smith

Amazing effort Michael! Such a wonderful organisation that supported Finn ❤️

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Marsh Family

You are amazing! So glad Finn is recovering!

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Dejan Soldo

❤️

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Joel & Evie Boyes

A wonderful cause that helped our cousin.

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Ken And Robyne Strathie

Thank you Brainwave for looking after our amazing brave Finn xxx

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Max Fong

go mike!!

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Barnes Family

For Finn ❤️ Amazing work Michael!

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Griffin Rohs

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Jia Ning Lee

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Carole Cailes

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Mark Luff

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Ian Tissera

Great Initiative!

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Paul Kamphuis

Great work mate. If you need some moral support on the ride just let me know. Happy to spin out some k's to keep you going!

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Paul Nichols

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Dave Marsh

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Frank Lucarelli

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Janet Goh

All is well! Go Go GO!

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Paul Jones

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Adelle Elmazovski

Amazing work Michael!

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Robyn Ried

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Mel Shinkfield

Love to you all for fighting this fight.

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York Finance

Wishing your family all the best.

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Josh Mcnamara

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Martin

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Patrick Ho

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Ken Parrocho

Hi Michael, I just want to acknowledge the amazing work you’re doing to support kids with brain condition. Your efforts truly make a difference.

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Rachael Devonshire

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Madison Lenihan

Amazing Michael! From; Finn’s Friend!

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Musonda Family

Such an incredible and wonderful outcome and important cause. I am so happy for your family that you have made it through such a traumatic time.

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Emina

Nice work Michael! Big love to Finn, Pippa and Lauren too x

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Glenda Minns

Good luck Michael

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Kate Wright

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