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They went into the Australian Light Horse together and they met their future wives together,'' Mr Phegan said.``When they were boys they were swimming at Noreuil Park, saw two girls, swam across to them and the rest is history.''Mr Phegan has dedicated the ride to Mr Freyer, who died of cancer in 1993.``Lee is a terrific fellow and we understand he will bring his full 14-member band with him,'' he said.Mr Phegan discussed ride details with the Cancer Council's NSW State events manager, Ms Trudi Mitchell, and Wagga-based regional co-ordinator, Mr Elizabeth Moon, yesterday.,
Judging by the strong local business sponsorship pledged, Mr Phegan was confident raising $500,000 for cancer research was achievable.He and Mr James are still seeking sponsors so the event's overheads are covered and all money donated goes to the Cancer Council.
A party of 12 consisting of riders and support crew will travel from Darwin to Corryong beginning in June next year.Anyone can join the ride for any length but is expected to donate $50 a day, mostly obtaining their own sponsorship.Details of the ride are available on its website, www.campfiresorg.au.
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