FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - Ride4Bella 12 Hour Ride-a-thon
Ride4Bella: Community Rallies for an Extraordinary Day of Strength, Heart and Hope
Event Date: Saturday 29th November
Location: 13 Villers Drive Wendouree
Purpose: Raising vital funds & awareness for the SMA Community
Hosted by: Hot Temple & Advanced Cranes
Link for info & donations: linktr.ee/ride4bella
Enquires: Melanie Mullen #0418 331 994
VNR & Images: Via this link Ride 4 Bella VNR
• 00.06 - Emma Tuddenham & Overlay
• 01:26 - Nellie Tuddenham IV & Intro
• 01:42 - Baliey Tuddenham IV & Intro
• 02:50 - Maurice - Father of twin boys with SMA both in wheelchairs
• 03:26 - Susie O’Neill - CEO KIDS Foundation
• 04:00 - Toby Nankervis - 2025 Captian Richmond Football Club
• 07:59 - Vox Pops x 2 Riders (Amy & Sarah)
• 08:18 - Select Overly 5am-5pm *(MC Comedian Annie Louey)
SMA Background stories: Link Emma's Journey Link Jon's Story Link Ivy & Olive Story Link Winter's
Story *All vision is rights free & downloadable:
Yesterday, the community came together in an incredible show of strength and generosity for Ride4Bella — the annual 12-hour Ride-a-thon held in honour of angel baby Bella Tuddenham and dedicated to raising awareness and vital support for families affected by Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA).
The day was a huge success, with fundraising figures still being tallied, but early estimates indicate the event is on track to exceed $150,000. The overwhelming support from riders, families, businesses and locals demonstrated the deep impact of Bella’s story and the power of community when united for a cause.
Adding to the energy of the day, Richmond Football Club Captain, Toby Nankervis, attended to show his support — even jumping on a bike and riding for several hours in honour of Bella and the families living with SMA.
Ride4Bella was created by Emma and the Hot Temple community to honour the life of Emma’s daughter Bella, who passed away at just 20 days old due to SMA, a rare genetic condition that weakens the muscles needed for movement, breathing and swallowing. Born without a vital gene, Bella’s strength faded quickly, taking her final breath at 11:11am — but her spirit continues to inspire thousands.
Contact details:
Enquires: Melanie Mullen #0418 331 994
