Meandering for Mate
In October 2025, we are taking part in Daniher’s Drive in memory of Geoff Smalley, fondly known to us as "Mate." Mate fought a courageous battle with MND from October 2020 to February 2022, and we are determined to honour his legacy by raising funds to support FightMND in their mission to find effective treatments and, one day, a cure.
We have created a team, Mate’s Crew, to celebrate his life and continue the fight against this relentless disease. We would love for you to join us, by making a donation, attending one of our events, or simply spreading awareness.
Between now and October, we will be sharing Mate’s journey in a way that is raw, honest, and sometimes confronting. We are doing this to help those who have not witnessed MND firsthand understand the true nature of this beast. We are doing it for those currently battling, to remind you that you are not alone in the highs and lows. And we are doing it for ourselves, as a way to process the deep emotions that still linger, to heal, and to keep Mate’s spirit alive.
To help us reach our goal of raising $10,000, we will be hosting several fundraising events between now and October. These will include sports days, dinners, auctions, and family events, just to name a few. We are aiming high, but the cause is worth it. Every dollar raised will go to support the incredible work of FightMND, funding vital research and care for those affected.
If you have a business and would like to arrange a business donation or sponsorship for one of our events, please contact Brooke to discuss how you can get involved.
Every donation, no matter how big or small, brings us one step closer to a future without MND. It only takes a moment to give, but the impact is life changing.
Thank
you for your support. We are proudly supporting FightMND and truly appreciate
every contribution.
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Thank you to our Sponsors
$2.02k
Assisting Care
$1.5k
Dunk A Mate Day
Thank you to everyone who came along and supported this wonderful day hosted by Country Care.
$515
Paulmos Pty Ltd
Legendary cause for a legendary person! Love your hard work
$355
Chaper House Funerals
Well done Brooke and Mate's Crew!
$344
Algordanza Memorial Diamonds
Vey happy to support Brooke and Mate's Crew .
$330
Wooling Hill Memorial Estate
"In honour of Geoff Smalley, we are proud to support Mate’s Crew and their incredible efforts in the fight against MND. Wishing you all the best for Daniher’s Drive 2025!"
$264
Karen And Colin Paine
$264
Romsey/lancefield Rotary Club
$250
Gisborne Football Netball Club Inc.
$250
Country Care Group
$250
Cloud Financial Planning
$209
Shipard Family
Goodluck to Mates Crew. We hope you reach your goal.
$209
Carolyn Daniel
Enthusiastic should be your middle name. Have fun ⭐️🌈🥰
$206
Anonymous
Such a worthy cause.
$180
Warrandyte Bloods Under 12’s
$158
Sophie Cassar
Well done Mates Crew, Happy to support a great cause.
$158
Peter Scherer
Love your work Brooke - Lots of love the Scherer Family - for my Swimming Yoda & 'mate' Geoff.
$158
Darryl, Maree, Matthew, Lauren & Erin Cocks
In memory of a respected man and in support of a lovely family who have always supported their community. Our family experienced swimming lessons over many years. Cherished memories. Good luck with your fundraising.
$158
Anonymous
Great cause!!!
$158
Anonymous
Great job
$156
Glenn Colville
Great memories of Geoff. Well done Brooke :)
$155
Terri Hill
Awesome effort Brooke and Team!! Geoff would have been so proud of what you’re doing in this space. All my love to you, Terri and family xx
$150
Sarahcare
Great work in memory of your Dad who was such a great man! Geoff & your family taught me so much & it was an honour to care for you & your family as you navigated the later stages of MND. Here's hoping you raise these much needed funds & of course increase awareness around this disease.
$106
Wendy And Ross
We admire everything you guys are doing this will get you to the half way point.
$106
The Mclean’s
$106
Wendy And Ross
Hope all goes well
$106
Anonymous
$106
Julie Owen
$106
Maree Scale
A generous man who gave so much care to others.
$106
Anica Scherer
$106
Nanna Kaz
Two little champions Lachie & Kiara, Best mates through & through.
$106
Otis Private Wealth
Onya Mate's Crew, honoured to support a great cause, especially for a great family.
$100
Anonymous
$80
Claire Thomas
Such amazing work guys! massive achievement
$80
Dunk A Mate Day
Thank you to all who came along and supported us at Country Care 💙
$80
Cameron Main
An additional $75 for joxy getting dunked in the tank. Super effort legends.
$80
Jennifer Whitelaw
Fond memories of Geoff
$80
Jenny Graham
Proud of you Brooke and so is Mate
$75
Kara, Meegs, Vanessa
Onya Mate! ❤
$54
Cam
Onya mate!
$54
Erin, Jack & Olivia
Well done Mate’s Crew, I’m in awe of what you are doing to reach the goal! 🩵💙
$54
The Mcgees
Go team!
$54
Jesse Hogan
2017 or 2018 at Gisborne South, Geoff can trials Sunbury Aquation swimming. Now: five 25m (total: 125m). Thank you, Geoff.
$54
Lisa
$54
Colette Atkins
$54
Jan Crawford
$50
The Balmer's
Well done to everyone involved ❤️
$44
Lucy Towers
Well done Brooke & crew
$39
Jenny Graham
Mate would be proud of you
$38
Penne
$33
Ellie Thomas
$30
Amber Lamanda
Go team Mate! So proud of you all. Mate was such an amazing person. Sadly missed xxx
$23
Lisa Kosinski
Good luck with your goal and what a beautiful way to remember your lovely Dad. ❤️❤️
$23
Kyra
So proud of you guys for doing something so meaningful!
$20
Alecia Mayne
$20
Hodor Family
Beat The Beast - we stand with you!
$3
Madebyada
for mate 🤍
All the Best. Happy to be supporting such great cause.