The Veterans Motorcycle Club Northern NSW Chapter is taking to the road to raise vital funds for Fletcher Street Cottage, helping local veterans and others experiencing hardship access meals, crisis assistance and essential support.
The Northern NSW Chapter of the Veterans Motorcycle Club is hitting the road to raise funds for Fletcher Street Cottage in Byron Bay, supporting local veterans and others experiencing hardship.
The club’s Lest We Forget Dice Run will take place on Saturday 31 October 2026. Proceeds will help Fletcher Street Cottage provide meals, emergency relief and essential support services to people doing it tough.
The ride starts at the Mullumbimby Cenotaph, with registrations opening at 8am and kickstands up at 10am. It costs $30 to register. Riders can also take part in raffles at every stop, with more than $1,000 in prize money to be won.
Steve ‘Bones’ Williams, President of the Veterans Motorcycle Club Northern NSW Chapter, said the ride was a way for veterans to give back to their own.
“Many of us know mates who’ve done it tough after leaving the Defence Force. This ride is about looking after our own - raising awareness and practical support for veterans who’ve fallen on hard times. Fletcher Street Cottage does incredible work helping people in need, and we’re proud to support their mission.”
Damian Farrell, Manager of Fletcher Street Cottage, said the ongoing partnership with the Veterans Motorcycle Club makes a meaningful difference.
“We’re honoured to be chosen as the beneficiary of this ride. The funds raised will directly support local veterans and others in need with meals, crisis support and vital services. It’s community-driven initiatives like this that remind us what true solidarity looks like.”
Fletcher Street Cottage provides support, advocacy and referral services to people experiencing hardship in the Byron region. Each month, the service assists around 900 visits with food, showers, laundry, health and housing support.
Eva Kiriakoff, Relationships Manager at Byron Community Centre, said the support would make a lasting difference for veterans.
“Every donation is an act of respect. Thanks to the Veterans Motorcycle Club and supporters, we can offer veterans not just a meal or a shower, but dignity, connection and a pathway to longer term support. We are grateful to everyone who rides, donates and champions this cause.”
Event details
Lest We Forget Dice Run
Saturday 31 October 2026 | Mullumbimby Cenotaph
Registration from 8am | Departure at 10am
Registration: $30
About Byron Community Centre
Byron Community Centre is an independent not-for-profit and charity providing essential services, including meals, advocacy and counselling, as well as arts and social programs for the benefit of the whole community. For more information, visit www.byroncentre.com.au.
About Fletcher Street Cottage
Fletcher Street Cottage provides support and services for people in need in the Byron Shire. For more information, visit www.fletcherstreetcottage.com.au.