THE HALF-IRONMAN CHALLENGE WAS CREATED TO SUPPORT THE CYSTIC FIBROSIS COMMUNITY, DRIVEN BY LAYNE STORRIER'S INTEREST IN HELPING OTHERS
LAYNE REACHES HIS HALF IRONMAN MILESTONE!
Despite already achieving an incredible 36 consecutive half Ironmans, Layne persists in his efforts to raise funds and awareness for the CF Community.
His dedicated page, along with the advocacy initiatives he engaged in and the stories he shared, will be preserved here for those seeking information, inspiration, or wishing to contribute. We express deep gratitude to Layne for choosing to support Cystic Fibrosis Australia; he will forever be a valued member of our community.
about Layne Storrier
Layne is a 24yr old who’s story isn’t too unfamiliar to many other young Australians. Growing up, Layne fell into the pattern of working throughout the week, then partying all weekend. Whilst Layne always knew he was made for more, he was stuck in the mindset that ‘if all my friends were doing this, then why shouldn’t I?’.
As Layne got more involved with running, he met Bradley Dryburgh, who not only runs marathons but also lives with cystic fibrosis (CF). Bradley shared what life with CF was like, and through this new friendship, Bradley supported Layne’s new-found interest in running, and Layne learned more about CF – an illness he was surprised, and had never heard of before.
Layne is now training hard to complete 36 half Ironman’s over 36 days this September-October, to raise vital funds and increase awareness of Cystic Fibrosis.
Whilst Layne will be taking on 36 Half Ironman’s, he wants Australia to help get behind him – whether that is partaking in your own version of the challenge, cheering him on from the sidelines, or sharing words of encouragement via his Instagram, we can all be a part of this incredible achievement!
Layne's Goals
- Raise $100,000
- Increase awareness of cystic fibrosis
- Complete 36 Half Ironman’s over 36 Consecutive days
- Inspire others that anything is possible
Each day of Layne’s challenge, he would like to dedicate his efforts to the incredible people who have faced CF. To share your story, please email bianca@cfa.org.au
A baby is born with cystic fibrosis every four days in Australia
You can help support long-term outcomes for people living with cystic fibrosis this September-October. Take on the Half Ironman Challenge, and join Layne over 36 days to complete your own version. You can choose to Swim, Cycle, and Run the distance of a half Ironman over 36 days Solo, or as a Team! You choose!
Get active over 36 days for the 3,600+ Australians living with cystic fibrosis from the 1st of September! You will be helping support research into better treatments and therapies for all people living with cystic fibrosis.
Your support will give Australians living with cystic fibrosis a chance at an improved quality of life and life expectancy.
DAY ONE RECAP
DAYS TWO - SIX RECAP
HALFWAY
DAYS 7 - 12 RECAP
DAYS 13 - 18 RECAP
A Message From Russell Coight to Layne
A Message From Layne
Howdy everyone! Here is a timeline of when and where I will be starting each leg of my half ironman challenge each day. I’ll be kicking off the first day on Friday, September 1st. I hope to see you all getting after it by swimming, riding and running with me, or cheering me on from the sidelines, while I am in the hurt locker!
See below for more details:
🏊 Join me for an early morning swim at Centenary Aquatic centre or cheer me on from pool deck! Don’t forget your goggles and a towel!
🚴♂️ Ride with me out to Redcliffe and back (about a 3.5 hour loop). The ride will be starting from the back of the Stafford City carpark. The best parking is outside the Cafe 63, behind the shopping centre.
🏃 The run will also be meeting in the same location as the ride (so if anyone wants to do both legs, I’ve made it easy for you haha).
🥪 Remember to bring water and snacks to keep you fuelled!
🚗There is plenty of free parking at both locations 😊
Thanks for all of your support so far! I am so ready to dig in for Cystic Fibrosis Australia.
Interested in being part of this remarkable athletic feat?
Swim, Cycle, or Run over 36 days for the 3,600+ Australians living with Cystic Fibrosis!
Your involvement can make a difference
As the peak national body for Australians living with cystic fibrosis (CF), Cystic Fibrosis Australia supports research advancements, improved clinical and patient quality care, and advocates for better treatments and care that significantly improve the quality of life and life expectancy for individuals living with CF.
Your involvement can make a difference in ensuring a future where all lives are unaffected by CF, and where every person born with CF is able to reach their full potential, unburdened by the disease.
How it works
1. Sign Up!
Register for the challenge Solo or as a team! Choose your distance and fundraising goals to help people living with cystic fibrosis. Start on the 1st of September!
2. Prepare!
Get organised! Work out where you will partake in the challenge, do you need access to a pool? or a bike? Is your team prepared and hyped to smash the challenge?!
3. Get Started!
Download the Challenge calendar and mark off your completed distances. Share your fundraising page to get support!
Remember, the 36 days is to support the 3,600+ Australians living with cystic fibrosis.
SOCIAL TILES
Feel free to download and share these for your social accounts!
Make sure you use the hashtag #BreakingBarriersforCF
Helpful Tips for taking on the Half-Ironman Challenge
There are a number of reasons why you have decided to take on the 36 Half-Ironman Challenge. Whether that is:
- To support the 3,600+ Austrlaians living with cystic fibrosis
- Be more active
- Tackle the challenge to help team building
- Support your own training schedule
- Opportunity to socialise and meet new people
- Making a difference for Cystic Fibrosis Australia
- Be part of the incredible athletic feat that Layne Storrier is achieving
- …all of the above PLUS MORE
Whatever may be your motivation, remember this throughout the 36 days to help you achieve your fitness and fundraising goals.
You have 36 days to partake in the Challenge.
Set your fitness goal. Will you be completing One Half Ironman? Three Half Ironmans? A team Half Ironman?
Set your Fundraising Goal. Set an ambitious goal – you will surprise yourself with how quickly you can reach this!
Remember, this challenge is kicking off because Layne Storrier will be completing a Half Ironman every day for 36 days. Layne will be completing:
1.9km swim – every day
90km bike ride – every day
21.1km run – every day
Be sure to follow his journey and share words of encouragement on Instagram: @layneo_insaneo
Share your progress via social media to keep yourself accountable and encourage people to donate! It is also a great way to keep yourself accountable and help stay on track.
Feel free to use the Challenge Social Tiles to share your progress!
Together, we can help Layne hit his $100,000 goal!
Share your fundraising page with family and friends, start a conversation about the Challenge, and help get the word out about Layne’s exceptional feat he is taking on! Let’s raise awareness for CF and ensure the future for all people living with CF is brighter!
Remember, the challenge is a fun way to help raise awareness and funds for the cystic fibrosis community. Through your participation, you will not only be doing good, but also feeling good as you stay active over the 36 days.
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Cystic Fibrosis Australia Social Media Competion
Terms and Conditions
Competition Terms & Conditions
- Participation in this promotion is deemed acceptance of these terms and conditions.
- Cystic Fibrosis Australia cooperates with Mediplast to hold this giveaway.
- The Promoter is Cystic Fibrosis Australia located at 2 Richardson Pl, North Ryde NSW 2113.
- The sponsor for this competition is Mediplast located at Suite 102/345 Pacific Hwy, Lindfield NSW 2070.
- This competition is open to all Australian residents, especially for those who are in the Cystic Fibrosis community.
- The competition will be run over five weeks with each week being standalone to previous/future weeks.
- The competition will run over Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram separately – each platform will be judged as its own competition and not collectively.
- The competition will run over five weeks:
First week: 1 – 7 of September (Facebook)
Winner announcement: 11 of September
Second week: 8 – 14 of September (LinkedIn)
Winner announcement: 18 of September
Third week: 15 – 21 of September (Instagram)
Winner announcement: 25 of September
Fourth week: 22 – 28 of September (Facebook)
Winner announcement: 1 of October
Final week: 29 – 5 of October (Instagram)
Winner announcement: 9 of October
9. The competition commences at 1PM and concludes at 11.59PM each week. All times are AEDT. There is no exception before or after the mentioned period.
How to enter
To enter, participants must:
During the Facebook Promotional Period:
- Step 1: Like & Follow Cystic Fibrosis Australia and Pari GmbH Page on Facebook with your real name and account.
- Step 2: Like & Share this post publicly.
- Step 3: Tag your friends (one entry per line, each new tag is another entry)
During the LinkedIn Promotional Period:
- Step 1: Like & Follow Cystic Fibrosis Australia with your real name and account.
- Step 2: Like & Share this post publicly.
- Step 3: Tag your friends (one entry per line, each new tag is another entry)
During the Instagram Promotional Period:
- Step 1: Like & Follow @cfaustralia and @layneo_insaneo on Instagram with your real name and account.
- Step 2: Like & Share this post publicly.
- Step 3: Tag your friends (one entry per line, each new tag is another entry)
- Winners will be drawn on the following Monday of each competition week at 1PM and contacted within 24 hours.
- Winner will be notified by Direct Message – depending on the weeks competition platform.
- Winner has to provide name and contact details (phone number/ email)
- If the prize is not claimed by 24hrs after being contacted the winner’s entry will be deemed invalid.
Prize
- We are giving 1 x person per week, the chance to receive a Mediplast voucher to buy any Pari product.
- The total prize for each weekly competition is valued at: $200
- The voucher will be valid from 30 September 2023 to 31st March 2024 (6 months).
Other
- The Promoter takes no responsibility for claims or communication that is lost, delayed, or misdirected as a result of inaccurate information provided by participants.
- The Promoter gathers participants’ personal details for the purpose of administering the promotion. Failure to provide the requested information (fake name/ account) could potentially hinder the entrant’s eligibility to take part in the promotion. The Promoter will maintain the confidentiality of this information and will only share it with sponsors who are assisting in the organization of this promotion. This disclosure will occur unless required or allowed by law.
- The prize (including any remaining portion of it) cannot be reassigned, transferred, exchanged for money, or replaced, except by the Promoter. At its own discretion and with approval from the appropriate state entities, the Promoter may replace any prize with one of similar value if the initially advertised prize is not accessible for any reason. The Promoter/ Sponsor will not replace lost or stolen prizes. The responsibility of insuring products does not fall under the purview of the Promoter/ Sponsor.
- Participants agree that if they win, the Promoter may use their name, appearance, image, and/or voice (including photographs, videos, or recordings) in any media for an indefinite period without prior notice or compensation. This usage is intended for promoting this competition.