Junee Poker Run raises $30,000 for local Can Assist
The 2026 Junee Poker Run committee presented Can Assist Junee with a cheque for $30,000
THIS year’s Junee Poker Run has delivered one of the strongest results in the event’s 21-year history, with last month’s ride raising a staggering $30,000 for locals battling cancer.
The funds will go directly to Can Assist Junee, providing practical and financial support to residents undergoing treatment, helping cover costs such as travel, accommodation and medical expenses.
The final figure was revealed during a cheque presentation at the Junee Ex-Services Memorial Club on Sunday night.
Can Assist president Fiona Rynehart was ecstatic with the result
Thrilled with the result, Can Assist Junee president Fiona Rynehart praised the volunteers behind the event.
“Oh my gosh, how lucky are we,” she said.
“You have no idea how many people this is going to help. It’s just amazing.”
The result marks the second-highest fundraising total in the event’s history and comes just one year after the milestone 20th anniversary ride raised a record-breaking $42,000.
Smaller donations were also presented to the Junee Rural Fire Service, Fire and Rescue NSW Junee, the Junee Volunteer Rescue Association and the Junee Scouts in recognition of their support.
Poker Run president Jen Parsons said the committee was wrapped with the result.
“To be able to hand over a donation of this size to Can Assist is really special and something we’re all incredibly proud of,” she said.
“It’s a true reflection of the time, effort and generosity of our committee, volunteers, riders and the wider community who continue to support this event year after year.”
2026 Junee Poker Run pictured leaving Junee on Byrnes Road
More than 400 motorcycles roared across the Riverina on Saturday, February 7, tackling a 250-kilometre mystery ride through North Wagga, Tarcutta, Tumut and Tumblong in sweltering conditions.
From the moment riders gathered at the Junee Showgrounds through to the final chords of the Blues Night, the event showcased the very best of regional community spirit.
This year’s result was again backed by strong community support, with 55 sponsors coming on board alongside hundreds of riders, volunteers and supporters.
It is also the second-highest number of sponsors in the event’s history, further cementing the Poker Run’s reputation as one of the Riverina’s most powerful community-driven fundraisers.
“We’re just so grateful to everyone who gave their time, energy and support, this simply wouldn’t happen without them,” Ms Parsons said.
juneebulletin.com.au
March 29, 2026
