DANIHER’S DRIVE INFORMATION
What is Daniher’s Drive?
Daniher’s Drive is our famous annual road trip. The trip aims to raise awareness and vital funds to fight motor neurone disease (MND).
This is a 4-day road trip unlike any other. Join 200 like-minded people to visit some of Australia's greatest towns. Take part in fun events and meet new people, many of whom have been affected by MND.
Daniher’s Drive 2026 will take place in South Australia from 8 to 11 October. We will be basing ourselves in Adelaide CBD each night and travelling Adelaide Hills, the Fleurieu Peninsula, McLaren Vale and the Barossa during the day.
Registrations are now open. So, grab your friends and family, form a team, and join us for the Drive in ’26.
This is a 4-day road trip unlike any other. Join 200 like-minded people to visit some of Australia's greatest towns. Take part in fun events and meet new people, many of whom have been affected by MND.
Daniher’s Drive 2026 will take place in South Australia from 8 to 11 October. We will be basing ourselves in Adelaide CBD each night and travelling Adelaide Hills, the Fleurieu Peninsula, McLaren Vale and the Barossa during the day.
Registrations are now open. So, grab your friends and family, form a team, and join us for the Drive in ’26.
Who can I contact with questions about fundraising for Daniher’s Drive?
If you have any fundraising questions, reach out to us at danihersdrive@fightmnd.org.au or fill out the form below and we’ll get back to you or give us a call on (03) 7052 7007
How do I register for Daniher’s Drive?
You can register for the Drive via this link.
Where is Daniher’s Drive travelling to in 2026?
Find out all the details here
Will there be any accommodation discounts for Daniher's Drive participants?
FightMND has reserved rooms for Daniher’s Drive participants at a discounted rate. More information regarding accomodation will be announced soon.
I am not from South Australia, how do interstate participants take part in the drive?
This is the first year we are taking the entire Daniher's Drive to a location outside Victoria, so we understand you will have questions!
The top options to travel from an interstate location (eg; Victoria) into South Australia to take part in the drive are:
1. Drive
Many of our participants are planning to drive from Victoria to South Australia, the drive will take approximately 8 hours but we plan to make it a bit of fun! When registering we will ask you if you are planning to drive (and from which state) so that we can create 'convoy groups' to head to and from our base in Adelaide. We will be suggesting a departure time and some pit stops along the way to join your fellow drivers from your state.
2. Fly and hire a car
Alternatively, you can fly from your capital city into Adelaide and hire a car. We are working on some discounted car hire so stay tuned!
The top options to travel from an interstate location (eg; Victoria) into South Australia to take part in the drive are:
1. Drive
Many of our participants are planning to drive from Victoria to South Australia, the drive will take approximately 8 hours but we plan to make it a bit of fun! When registering we will ask you if you are planning to drive (and from which state) so that we can create 'convoy groups' to head to and from our base in Adelaide. We will be suggesting a departure time and some pit stops along the way to join your fellow drivers from your state.
2. Fly and hire a car
Alternatively, you can fly from your capital city into Adelaide and hire a car. We are working on some discounted car hire so stay tuned!
REGISTERING INFORMATION
When do registrations open?
How much does it cost to register for Daniher’s Drive?
The registration fee for each participant is $600. This is payable before the start of Daniher’s Drive.
After registration, teams of 4 must fundraise at least $5,000 before the Drive starts. Teams of more than 4 people must fundraise an additional $1,500 for each extra person.
After registration, teams of 4 must fundraise at least $5,000 before the Drive starts. Teams of more than 4 people must fundraise an additional $1,500 for each extra person.
What is included in the registration fee?
The Daniher’s Drive registration fee includes all your car decals, 2 special 2026 Daniher’s Drive polo shirts, entry into the Drive’s 3 evening gala events, all breakfast and dinners and 2 lunches.
Please note that the registration fee is per person.
Please note that the registration fee is per person.
What isn’t included in the registration fee?
Your registration fee does not include your travel to South Australia, accommodation costs, petrol, car maintenance and any other miscellaneous costs.
FUNDRAISING INFORMATION
Do you offer support with fundraising?
We have a wonderful team that can support you along the way with ideas and tips on how to get started.
Our Daniher’s Drive hub is also filled with resources and guides for you to use in your fundraising efforts.
Our Daniher’s Drive hub is also filled with resources and guides for you to use in your fundraising efforts.
How much do I need to fundraise?
Teams with up to 4 members must fundraise at least $5,000 before the start of the Daniher’s Drive.
Teams with more than 4 members must fundraise an additional $1,500 for each additional team member.
Teams with more than 4 members must fundraise an additional $1,500 for each additional team member.
Where does the fundraising money go?
At FightMND our vision is a world free of MND. Thanks to the generosity of our partners, supporters and the Australian community, FightMND has invested more than $115 million into MND research and care initiatives since 2014.
This includes more than $100 million invested in cure research and $15 million into care research and support.
More information about our impact is available on the FightMND website.
This includes more than $100 million invested in cure research and $15 million into care research and support.
More information about our impact is available on the FightMND website.
Are my donations tax-deductible?
Donations made directly to FightMND, where the donor does not receive a personal benefit in return, are tax deductible in Australia.
Please note: prior to 1 July 2026, donations needed to be $2 or more to be eligible for a tax-deductible receipt.
A few helpful tax receipt reminders:
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Community fundraising: Money raised through activities where someone receives something in return (such as event tickets, raffle tickets or auction items) are not considered a donation by the ATO. This means FightMND cannot provide a tax deductible donation receipt for these payments.
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Sponsorship: If an individual or business receives something of value in return for their support (such as promotion, advertising, branding or other benefits) are considered sponsorship rather than a donation and are not eligible for a tax deductible donation receipt. Sponsors may wish to seek their own tax advice, as their contribution may be eligible to be claimed as a business expense.
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Online fundraising pages: Supporters who make a direct donation through your online fundraising page will automatically receive a tax-deductible receipt by email. Payments for auction items, raffle tickets or event tickets should not be processed through your online fundraising page, as these payments are not tax-deductible. FightMND can absolutely add these totals to your fundraising page so that your page reflects the total amount raised from all of your fundraising efforts.
If you need help with alternative ways to collect payments for auction items, raffle tickets or event tickets, please contact Raelene Mathewson, Daniher’s Drive Participant Liaison.
Can I add the FightMND and Daniher’s Drive logos to anything I want to produce?
We've created a simple guide with all the details you need for using the Fight MND or Daniher's Drive logos. We appreciate your adherence to these guidelines, as it helps maintain brand consistency across Daniher's Drive fundraising efforts.
PARTICIPANT INFORMATION
Do I need a team, or can I come on my own?
Everyone participating in Daniher’s Drive must be part of a team. Each team must have at least 2 people for safety reasons when on the road.
How many people can I have in my team?
You can have as many people join your team as you'd like. Your team can travel in 1 car, multiple cars, a mini-van or even a bus.
Is there an age limit for Daniher’s Drive?
Daniher’s Drive participants must be 18 years or over. Currently we do not allow children to accompany participants on the drive.
What if I don’t know anyone else coming on the Drive?
No need to worry! Our Daniher's Drive community is welcoming and friendly, and we have a buddy system that pairs new teams with returning ones to ensure you feel right at home.
We have new teams join the Daniher's Drive each year and we receive consistent feedback on how they felt a part of the group instantly and formed connections that they maintain beyond the four days.
We have new teams join the Daniher's Drive each year and we receive consistent feedback on how they felt a part of the group instantly and formed connections that they maintain beyond the four days.
Are there any driver requirements for Daniher’s Drive?
Drivers must be at least 18 years old at the time of the Drive and hold a current driver’s license.
Are there any vehicle requirements for Daniher’s Drive?
Vehicles participating in Daniher's Drive must meet road safety standards. It must be thoroughly checked before the event. Teams must have at least one member with roadside assistance cover.
Are teams responsible for their own vehicle repairs during the event?
Yes. Each team is responsible for their own vehicle repairs during Daniher’s Drive.
Be aware that common parts may not be available in every area along the Drive route. Teams should consider carrying any mechanical items specific to their vehicle.
Be aware that common parts may not be available in every area along the Drive route. Teams should consider carrying any mechanical items specific to their vehicle.
Have a question?
We’re here to make your Daniher’s Drive experience as easy as possible.
If you have any questions about the Drive email our team at danihersdrive@fightmnd.org.au and will get back to you within 2 business days.
If you have any questions about the Drive email our team at danihersdrive@fightmnd.org.au and will get back to you within 2 business days.
