Join an organised T1D meetup, fun run, marathon, cycle or swim near you!
Find an event in QLD. Here's what you can explore on this page...
Check out Breakthrough T1D hosted opportunities to meet other local families living with type 1 diabetes (T1D) through meetups.
Explore fitness challenges like marathons or cycling where you can fundraise for T1D research... there’s no shortage of events to join.
Remember, if you're entering a fitness event, create a fundraising page using their sign up platform and send the link to your friends!
Ask to be sponsored for completing the event, for every km you conquer, or set a target time and ask for $5 for every minute you’re early.
JUMP for a Cure
26 Oct 2025
One Run
17 Aug 2025
Hit your running goals with this epic 8 week training program that is type 1 friendly (but open to all!). Suitable for all runner levels and led by exercise physiologist and type 1 warrior Sam Rooney.
Port Douglas Gran Fondo Festival
12-14 Sep 2025
Ride the stunning Great Barrier Reef Drive this September, it's your chance to challenge yourself or soak in Tropical North Queensland's breathtaking beauty!
Bridge to Brisbane
14 Sep 2025
Get ready to RUN FOR FUN when Queensland’s biggest, brightest and best-loved fun run, the Sunday Mail Transurban Bridge to Brisbane returns!
Play for
Drawn 10am (AEST) Mon 22 Sep 2025
Every Play For Purpose ticket gives you the chance to win a first prize worth $250k and hundreds of other amazing prizes like cars, vouchers and more!
Driving Breakthroughs
Friday 24 Oct 2025
Enjoy an afternoon of golf, networking, delicious food and drinks, exciting prizes, auctions and raffles – all in support of finding a cure for T1D.
Go Blue for Breakthroughs
14 Nov 2025
This World Diabetes Day, turn your school or workplace blue and help fund research into a world without T1D. Whether you’re a school or business, we’ve made it easy (and fun!) to get involved.
One Ride
28-30 Nov 2025
Join Breakthrough T1D's One Ride 2025 in the stunning Barossa Valley - cycling routes and packages for all while raising funds for T1D research!
Fisiocrem GC50 Run Festival
11-12 Oct 2025
Experience an unforgettable weekend of running, entertainment and celebration in the beautiful Southern Gold Coast.
Other ways to raise money for type 1 diabetes research
Sign up for Entertainment
Save on takeaway, dining, shopping, groceries, gift cards, activities and more with Entertainment! 20% of every membership purchased goes to support Breakthrough T1D!
Connect to Drimtel
DrimTel is a local Australian telecommunications service provider that empowers connectivity and transforms lives. 50% of their profits go directly to Breakthrough T1D.
Purchase Synxbody
SynxBody, is an Australian footcare company. For every online purchase made on their website, SynxBody is generously donating $1 to Breakthrough T1D to help advance foot health and T1D awareness!
Support Krystle knight jewellery
KKJ an Australia brand, specialises in handmade jewellery, centred around crystals and their healing properties.
$20 from each 'Make It Visible' collection sale goes to Breakthrough T1D.
Apply for your United Petrol card
With the Breakthrough T1D UP Community card, save 2 cents per litre at participating United stations and support Breakthrough T1D with a 2 cents per litre rebate.
Support Phil Hoffman Travel
Thinking of travelling but also want to make an impact? Donating 1% of your holiday cost directly to Breakthrough T1D! Using code SPJDRF at checkout.
