NSW

Community Events

Join an organised T1D meetup, fun run, marathon, cycle or swim near you!

Find an event in NSW. Here's what you can explore on this page...

Check out JDRF hosted opportunities to meet other local families living with type 1 diabetes through T1D 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.

One Ride

28 - 30 Nov 2025

Join JDRF One Ride 2025 in the stunning Barossa Valley—cycling routes and packages for all while raising funds for T1D research!
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JDRF JUMP Challenge

16 Feb 2025

Next February, you can take part in a tandem skydive at one of JDRF's partners skydive locations - all while fundraising for life-changing type 1 diabetes research for that special some1 in your life. 


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One Walk NSW

March 2025

Join the world's largest walk towards a future without type 1 diabetes in Sydney, Blue Mountains, Illawarra, Penrith, Newcastle, Central Coast & Albury!


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Play for Purpose 

Draw closes on 20 March 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. 



Nepean Triathlon

29 -30 March 2025

Ready to take on an iconic challenge? This event offers a fast, flat, traffic-free course and an electric finish in front of the grandstand!


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Cole Classic

02 Feb 2025

Dive into the world’s largest ocean swim, the Cole Classic, on Sunday, February 2, with 1km, 2km, and 5km swims from Shelly Beach to the iconic Manly Beach!

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Mudgee Classic 

03-04 May 2025

Ride through the scenic Mudgee wine region with the Mudgee Classic, offering routes for all skill levels and the freedom to fundraise for a cause you’re passionate about.


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Runaway Sydney Half Marathon 

4 May 2025

Experience Sydney like never before! Enjoy open streets, stunning views, and the electric buzz of Australia's iconic city race. Choose from the Half Marathon or 10K and run streetstyle with us!

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TCS Sydney Marathon by ASICS

31 Aug 2025

Join us in making a difference for your favorite cause! You're already taking on the TCS Sydney Marathon presented by ASICS—why not make every step count?

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 JDRF Australia!

Connect to Drimtel

DrimTel is a local Australian telecommunications service provider that empowers connectivity and transforms lives. 50% of their profits go directly to JDRF Australia.

Purchase Synxbody

SynxBody, is an Australian footcare company. For every online purchase made on their website, SynxBody is generously donating $1 to JDRF 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 JDRF Australia.

Apply for your United Petrol card

With the JDRF Australia UP Community card, save 2 cents per litre at participating United stations and support JDRF Australia with a 2 cents per litre rebate.

donating through return & Earn

Collect, fundraise or donate. You can select to donate your 10c refund to JDRF Australia now, featured on the app from any machines or automated depot.

Support Phil Hoffmann Travel

Thinking of travelling but also want to make an imapct? Donating 1% of your holiday cost directly to JDRF! Using code SPJDRF at checkout.