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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$520

Erk

$520

Sport Group Asia Pacific

This challenge no doubt pales in comparison to what you, Finn and your family have endured over the past 9-12 months. But Sport Group are right behind you and wish you all the best for the big ride!

$520

Anonymous

$420

Nathan Olsen

$263.75

Hunter And The Family

You guys are absolute legends! We love our little mate Finn and we love you guys xxx

$250

Brenny & Mattie

$211

Avi Pudman

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

$150

Melissa Van Leeuwen

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

$137.15

Anthony Kelly

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

$126.60

Pippa

Go Dadda

$111

Melody

Great work Michael providing support back to an awesome organisation - Brainwave. I'm sure Finn will be super proud of Dad clocking 200kms too.

$105.50

Charlie Richardson

Nice work!

$105.50

Matt Ried

$105.50

Finn Olsen

Thank you Dadda

$105.50

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.

$105.50

Graham Morey

Way to go Michael

$105.50

Sarah Smith

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

$105.50

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!

$105.50

Dejan Soldo

❤️

$105.50

Marsh Family

You are amazing! So glad Finn is recovering!

$105.50

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 ❤️‍🩹

$105.50

Joel & Evie Boyes

A wonderful cause that helped our cousin.

$105.50

Colleen Livermore

$105.50

Ken And Robyne Strathie

Thank you Brainwave for looking after our amazing brave Finn xxx

$105.50

Ez And Craig

Amazing Michael!

$105.50

Leonie Olsen

$105.50

Georgina Gaff Consulting

Such a great cause to support!

$100

Janelle, Scott, Freddie And Max

Michael, you’re a superstar!!! Well done! We couldn’t be prouder of the Olsen family and everything they’ve been through❤️

$100

Max Fong

go mike!!

$79.88

Barnes Family

For Finn ❤️ Amazing work Michael!

$54

Anonymous

$52.75

Griffin Rohs

$52.75

Mayura Udugala

$52.75

Ian Tissera

Great Initiative!

$52.75

Stephen White

Wishing Finn all the best. Look forward to hearing about the ride.

$52.75

Penny Mcguiness

All best may you achieve what you set out to do for this cause.

$52.75

Megan Dunster

$52.75

Raphael Family

$52.75

Jordie Ludlam

Great cause, good luck!

$52.75

Jennifer Arkilo

$52.75

Anthony Harvey

$52.75

Rhiarn Lockett

Go Michael!! Rhiarn, Josh, Leo and Austin

$52.75

Lucy Hunt

Go Michael!!! Don’t get swooped by a magpie and ride fast for Finn! Woo Hoo. - Lucy

$52.75

Anonymous

$52.75

Tiana Wharemate

$52.75

Jia Ning Lee

$52.75

Anonymous

$52.75

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!

$52.75

Anonymous

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Josh Mcnamara

$52.75

York Finance

Wishing your family all the best.

$52.75

Paul Jones

$52.75

Janet Goh

All is well! Go Go GO!

$52.75

Adelle Elmazovski

Amazing work Michael!

$52.75

Robyn Ried

$52.75

Mel Shinkfield

Love to you all for fighting this fight.

$52.75

Frank Lucarelli

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Martin

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Dave Marsh

$52.75

Paul Nichols

$52.75

Mark Luff

$52.75

Carole Cailes

$50

Madison Lenihan

Amazing Michael! From; Finn’s Friend!

$50

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.

$50

Patrick Ho

$50

Rachael Devonshire

$26.38

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.

$26.38

Emina

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

$26.38

Glenda Minns

Good luck Michael

$21.10

Martin Markotsis

$21.10

Kate Wright

$10.55

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