Up to 10,000 riders are expected to take part in the MS Gong Ride from Sydney to Wollongong to raise funds for people living with multiple sclerosis this Sunday, 2 November 2025.
Now in its 44th year, the Gong Ride is one of Australia’s most celebrated charity cycling events, drawing participants from across the state and beyond. Riders will depart from Tempe or Engadine and make their way through the scenic Royal National Park, finishing at Thomas Dalton Park in Fairy Meadow.
Key roads will be closed at the start and finish areas and along parts of the course through the Royal National Park, as well as lane closures along the Princes Highway from 5am to 11am between Sutherland and Waterfall. Delays are expected travelling southbound on the Princes Highway during this time. Princes Highway will be under 60km/h speed restrictions in some sections between Sutherland and Waterfall. Riders will continue down towards Wollongong via Lawrence Hargrave Drive and along the Sea Cliff Bridge sharing roads with motorists.
Meantime, motorists are advised that Tongarra Road, Albion Park will be closed this Saturday between Terry and Russell Street from 4pm to 11pm for the Eats and Beats event.
Detours will be in place via Terry and Russell streets or Terry Street and Taylor Road. Motorists may wish to also consider using Calderwood Road and Church Street.
