A bull ride is over in an exhilarating, heart pounding eight seconds... Ten days on a Variety Bash is a journey that will stay with you for a lifetime!  Tick two bucket list events off in one and join us for the 2013 XXXX Gold ' Sun, Saddles and Surf' Variety bash!

In 2013 we're travelling from Emerald in Centrel Queensland to Mission Beach on the North Queensland Coast, via the world class Mount Isa Rodeo - the largest rodeo event in the Southern Hemisphere!!

We will witness miles of smiles as we fundraise for children whose families and carers rely on Variety - the Children's Charity for assistance.

Saddle up for ten action packed days unlike any other! To book your place, or for more information, contact Variety Queensland on 07 3907 9300, email info@varietyqld.org.au or visit www.variety.org.au/bash

Where does the money go? During the Bash, Variety  makes donations of equipment to many local communities and individuals.  Bash organisers engage local community groups wherever possible to  provide catering for Bash participants, by helping them to raise funds  for children in the area. Donations made to Variety Queensland are spent  within the year they are donated and the proceeds are all spent  throughout Queensland.  Funds are utilised to purchase equipment,  facilities or tangible items that directly benefit the recipient. An  Appeals Committee assesses each individual request for assistance.

How can I use Everyday Hero to help with my fundraising? This  year we’ve made it easy for you to fundraise and support Queensland  children who are sick, disadvantaged or have special needs. Variety has  partnered with Everyday Hero to provide an online fundraising webpage  for each participant. In just minutes you can build your own page and  approach your supporters for a donation by emailing around the unique  link of your webpage. Each donation is recorded on your page along with  any messages of support from your donors. So get a head start and make  sure you create an online fundraising page today!!