Upcoming Events
2006
Great Victorian Bike Ride for Great Victorian Diabetics
In 2006 Diabetes Australia - Victoria will be the official charity for the Great Victorian Bike Ride, running from the 25th November to the 3rd of December. This year's route starts off in Wangaratta, heading through the bush ranging territories of Tallangatta, Myrtleford, Tawonga Gap, Whitfield, Mansfield and Yea before finishing in the Yarra Valley. This is a terrific opportunity to explore Victoria by the best means possible: bicycle. HypoActive is encouraging all diabetics to join us on this year's ride, so stay tuned for training ride information and diabetic-themed cycle gear to wear to inspire everyone. After all, diabetics can do anything, but we know that anyway!
SIX IN THE CITY
DAV are presenting a series of information evenings for type 1 diabetics.
The first evening will discuss managing type 1 diabetes as part of high-level sport and training. A number of hypoactive people will be in attendance, some of whom will also be sharing their tales of managing diabetes during competitive sport at the high level.
When: Feb 22
Where: St Michaels Centre, behind St Michaels Church (cnr Russell and
Collins St, Melbourne)
Time: 7pm for a 7.30pm start
Check the flyer for the other evenings scheduled throughout the year:
2006 DESA Athletic Achievement Awards & Lew Harper Memorial Youth Award
Applications are now being accepted for the 2006 Diabetes Execise and Sports Association (DESA) Athletic Achievement Awards.
Prize
* $5,000 cash award
* Travel and lodging to award ceremony paid by LifeScan
* Commemorative Medal
Purpose
* To recognize a person who has demonstrated excellence, achievement and commitment in overcoming the challenges of diabetes through exercise.
How to Enter
* Entry forms are available here
More info
http://www.diabetes-exercise.org/index.asp
Entry Deadline
March 1, 2006 Entries extended to June 1.
The winners will be announced at the DESA 2006 International Conference to be held at the Olympic Training Center, Arnhem, The Netherlands. September 6-9 2006.
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Mountain Biking Weekend with Mike Morgan - (date to be determined)
Ever wanted to mountain bike but don't have a bike or access to some of Victoria's best mountain biking terrain? Type 1 diabetic Mike Morgan runs First Track Adventures, a company specialising in outdoor activities. Mike is hosting a diabetic-oriented mountain biking weekend in June for type 1 diabetics, their partners and/or families. Stay tuned for more details.
Costs for the weekend, including accommodation, bike hire, access to quality mountain tracks, top-level guidance and food, and will be under $100 each - a great bargain!