Commencing Sunday 21 March 2010, is the HBF Freeway Bike Hike for Asthma. Raising money and the awareness of asthma, providing education and support to more than 225,000 people in Western Australia to help minimize the risk and save lives!

There are three differing legs of the race, each targetted at different fitness/fun levels for the day to cater for everyone to enjoy!

10km – A family-friendly ride starting at Greenwood and ending in Joondallup.

30km – This course starts at Belmont Park and takes you through the Graham Farmer tunnel to Joondallup.

60km – The big one for avid cyclists. Ride from Kwinana all the way up to Joondallup.

If your interested in entering the event head to the main website www.freewaybikehike.com.au and they will cater for your entry needs. Sign-up now and help raise money towards asthma.


Asthma awareness:
Asthma is a very serious disease, an asthma attack is a code one for ambulances in Australia.

Why? – Because asthma is serious and is responsible for at least one death every day in Australia.

What is Asthma? -
Asthma is a reversible narrowing of the airways in the lungs. Asthma symptoms include wheezing, coughing (particularly at night), chest tightness, difficulty in breathing and shortness of breath. Asthma is a treatable health condition. Although at present there is no cure, with good management, people with asthma can lead normal, active lives.

(referenced from the National Asthma Council Australia – http://www.nationalasthma.org.au/)