After experiencing the heartbreaking loss of my beloved parents Milton and Joy within a mere 3 weeks of each other, I set off on a solo motorcycle journey in 2021, fulfilling a promise I made to my mum to take them both back around Australia.
Now, in 2024, I’m commencing another solo motorcycle journey, only this time it’s around the globe! I’ll be travelling through three continents – Oceania, Asia, and Europe on my faithful motorbike, Mijoy, crossing into 34 countries along the way.
Along the way I’ll be raising funds for my local community Yacaaba Centre, which saved my life by providing professional grief counselling and giving me the tools to adventure and make a difference to many people suffering from loss.
I’d love you to follow my adventure as I ride through diverse landscapes and share my inspiring story of resilience and purpose.
My motorbike “Mijoy” is named after my parents, Milton and Joy.
Their whirlwind romance of marrying within four weeks and sharing 68 years together left an indelible mark on me.
Losing them within three weeks of each other was devastating, but their memory evokes memories of joy and love, guiding me as I navigate entrepreneurship, reminding me to live authentically and pursue my passions.
Mijoy Ride is a tribute to my parents’ enduring love, inspiring me to live with joy and authenticity in their honour.
A TV broadcast professional with over 30 years of technical and international experience in the TV broadcast industry, Vicki Haines is also an adventurer whose love for life defines who she is, both personally and professionally.
“Despite facing challenges like a broken leg along on my solo motorcycle journey around Australia in 2021, I covered 36,000 kilometres in 200 days, meeting people and experiencing life to the fullest.
“Now I’m about to embark on an even bigger motorbike ride through 34 countries to raise money and awareness for local charity, the Yacaaba Centre, after 44 per cent of its funding was cut.”
“Starting from Nelson Bay, NSW, and ending in London, UK, this journey is more than just a fundraising ride; it’s a quest for healing and growth.”
