FAQs

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. 

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 

You can register for the Drive via this link.

For the first time ever, FightMND’s Daniher’s Drive is hitting the road beyond Victoria – and we’re heading to South Australia! Join 200 participants on an unforgettable three-day experience combining stunning drives, incredible events, and the shared mission to fight Motor Neurone Disease.

Here’s what’s in store:

• Your Base: Adelaide CBD for three nights, with unique evening events each night:

  • Night 1: Casual meet & greet to kick things off
  • Night 2: Our signature fundraising gala - featuring raffles, auctions and live entertainment
  • Night 3: A fancy dress celebration with live music to wrap up in style

• Your Itinerary: Three spectacular driving routes:

  • Day 1: Explore the picturesque Adelaide Hills
  • Day 2: Cruise through the Fleurieu Peninsula & McLaren Vale wine region
  • Day 3: Discover the world-famous Barossa Valley

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!

Registrations are open now.  

You can register today through the Daniher’s Drive registration page. 

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. 

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.

Your registration fee does not include your travel to South Australia, accommodation costs, petrol, car maintenance and any other miscellaneous costs. 

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. 

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.  

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.  

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. 

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. 

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.

Daniher’s Drive participants must be 18 years or over. Currently we do not allow children to accompany participants 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. 

Drivers must be at least 18 years old at the time of the Drive and hold a current driver’s license. 

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. 

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. 

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.