Pedalling for Growing Futures
Cycling 1,200 kilometres from Picton to Bluff for Cholmondeley
Canterbury
Cycling 1,200 kilometres from Picton to Bluff is a promise. It's me finishing a journey I started in 2025, with children and families at its heart.
Following on from a successful fundraising North Island ride I completed with our former Patron, I am now completing the project, riding the length of the South Island
Now I'm back on the bike for Pedaling for Growing Futures: the length of the South Island in ten days. Our General Manager, Libby Ornsby, will join me for part of the ride, and having someone beside me who cares as deeply as she does will make those kilometres mean even more.
There will be steep hills, tired legs, and days when Bluff feels a very long way off. What gets me through is knowing that somewhere tonight, a child needs a safe, caring place to stay while their family gets support. That's what Cholmondeley is here for, and that's who I'll be thinking of on every climb.
Our tamariki are at the heart of everything we do. They are the reason for this ride.
A donation, a kind message or a wave from the roadside will all help carry me south. If you spot me out on the road, say hi, or better still, ride alongside me for a while.
I'll be doing the pedalling, but this is a journey we make together.
Thank you for your kindness, your generosity and, above all, for caring about our children and their futures.
Nettles Lamont
Chair, Cholmondeley Children's Centre
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An extraordinary ride for an extraordinary cause from Picton to Bluff 26 October 2026
What an incredible achievement! Our heartfelt congratulations to Nettles Lamont on completing Pedalling for Growing Futures cycling the length of the South Island, all in support of Cholmondeley Children's Centre.
Determination, selflessness and generosity with every pedal, every headwind, every hot exhausting day Picton to Bluff.
Along the way, it was inspiring to see others jump on their bikes and ride alongside Nettles, whether for a few kilometres or much further. Every person who joined her was a wonderful reminder of the power of community, friendship and people coming together for something that truly matters.
Nettles, you have not only conquered the length of the South Island, you have inspired others, raised awareness and shown just how far someone will go for a cause they believe in.
To everyone who has donated, encouraged, supported or cycled alongside Nettles, thank you. Your generosity and kindness are helping make a meaningful difference in the lives of children.
💛 THANK YOU to Nettles, her amazing support crew, Libby Ornsby GM of Cholmodneley who cycled many kms alongside Nettles, ILAM Toyota, accommodation hosts and every person who has supported this ride.
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Thank you so much - so appreciate the support - awesome!👏
Tracie, you are a true rockstar! Cycling with me for dozens of kms, even falling down a ravine, so I didn’t have to 😂. It’s been wonderful getting to know you and I truly admire your support and selfless Mahi for Cholmondeley 🙏
John, that means a lot. Thank you for supporting the children of Cholmondeley - great effort 🩺wonderful!
Awesome Claire- thank you so much - very very grateful for your support ☀️
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