The Orange Ride 4 Child Protection Awareness (OR4CPa) is a community motorcycle ride paired with a vibrant, family‑friendly in‑park event. It is held each September in recognition of National Child Protection Awareness Day, declared by the Australian Parliament.
Hosted by our volunteer‑run charity, OR4CPa supports our flagship program, Umbrella Hearts, a Child Protection awareness initiative that uses the umbrella as a symbol of safety and orange as the colour of joyful, protected childhood. Participants are encouraged to wear an orange ribbon and umbrella symbol as a visible sign of their commitment to keeping children safe.
OR4CPa has grown into a recognised and celebrated community event. It was named a finalist in the Lake Macquarie Event Awards 2024, received a Highly Commended award in 2025, and has again achieved being a finalist in 2026, reflecting the strong and growing support for our mission.
As participation has expanded, so too need for a permanent home. Lake Macquarie City Council has generously provided a dedicated space, ensuring OR4CPa and its in-park family event can continue to grow, welcome more families, and strengthen Child Protection awareness for years to come.