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Some of the “Buc-car-neers” who took part in the recent rally (Photo: Supplied)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

July 18, 2023<\/strong><\/p>\n

A group of “pirates” who began a 1600km car rally in Nanango recently have raised more than $12,000 for Childhood Cancer Support.<\/p>\n

The Buc-car-neers left Nanango on July 2 and then “sailed” through Miles, St George, Stanthorpe, Chinchilla, Gayndah and on to Maroochydore on their fundraising voyage.<\/p>\n

The car enthusiasts were also promoting “Talk Like A Pirate Day” (September 19) which is a major fundraising day for Childhood Cancer Support.<\/p>\n

The charity provides families with free short-term and long-term accommodation, as well as transport services to and from hospital, and psychological and emotional support.<\/strong><\/p>\n

It has helped families from many of the regional communities the rally visited.<\/p>\n

Childhood Cancer Support spokesperson Helen Crew said she was always amazed by the creativity and commitment of Talk Like a Pirate Day participants.<\/p>\n

\u201cEach year, we see hundreds of people take part in Talk Like a Pirate Day and create such imaginative and unique events,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe are very honoured to have all the Buc-car-neers getting involved this year and help us raise vital funds for our regional families.”<\/p>\n