Dirt, Dust, and Determination defined Mowsworth Rampage
What an epic event! On Saturday 19th October, Mowsworth Rampage kicked off at 7am from the Cob Cottage Campground in the Molesworth, 46 determined riders and their support crews covered 86km on ride-on lawn mowers from Molesworth to Hanmer Springs. 12.5 hours of stunning scenery, laughs, and hanging out with some of the most genuine, hilarious people around. We wrapped up with a police escort through Hanmer township – what a way to finish!
To all the Rampagers, riders, supporters – you guys are legends! Huge thanks to everyone involved for making this event so special, all while raising funds for Cancer Society Nelson Tasman and Nelson Tasman Hospice. We’re over $60k and counting and are just blown away by everyone’s support
If you’d like to chip in, donations are open until 8th November 2024 at www.mowsworthrampage.co.nz
Special shoutout to Stuart from Richmond Glass for dreaming up the Mowsworth Rampage and bringing it to life, and to Richmond Glass NZ for backing him. Read Stuart’s backstory here.
Massive thanks to:
Jim the Molesworth Station Manager for being so supportive of the event,
Jackie from Hato Hone St John Nelson and Tasman Bays.
Gerry from The Shot Nelson Coffee Cart for being there at the start
Rapid Relief Team NZ for providing the cakes, fruit and water,
Fulton Hogan for loaning us their community BBQ trailer,
Pomeroy’s Coffee & Tea for the coffee pots to keep our riders fuelled during the day,
Hanmer Springs Rugby Club for hosting the prize-giving, and Rusty Carrot Catering for the delicious finger food.
The Hurunui District Council for granting us the fee waiver for venue hire
The Hanmer Springs police – Canterbury Police – Hurunui District, for escorting the mowers through the Hanmer town centre for their victory lap upon completion of this incredible journey.
Hirepool Ltd for the portaloo’s.
Special thanks goes to Stuart’s extended family for providing well needed lunch support and Simon Howells from Hirschmann’s Mower & Machinery Repairs LTD, who couldn’t ride but was there with his truck and spare parts, keeping the riders’ mowers running – thank you!
As one of the benefiting charities, the generosity from the funds raised at this event directly supports our ability to assist people in our community affected by cancer, providing education on risk reduction, early detection, and essential services like support groups, wellbeing workshops, financial grants, and more. Each year, our small team supports around 500 individuals and families – 100% funded by our amazing community, like you.
As the dust settles, we’re already looking ahead to the next one! Watch this space. See more video and photos via Richmond Glass Mowsworth Rampage Facebook page.
Check out the YouTube channel here
Read Nelson App article: Lawn Legends Unleashed
