Testimonial by Richard Page, Grafton, NSW

The physical challenge gave me some perspective of how difficult it must have been for the Diggers, carrying a much heavier kit and fighting the Japanese at the same time.

Kokoda Track - July 2008

"Overall highlights...

Our trek leaders incredible extent of knowledge which brought the whole history of the campaign into perspective.  Getting to know, walking and camping with a group of interesting guys and a gal was a terrific bonding experience culminating at the point where we walked through the Arches congratulating each other.  Every member of the group were so supportive.  I can't remember ever receiving so much moral support.  Maybe this had something to do with me being the "mature age" student of the class.  It was a good feeling and meant a lot to me.

The physical challenge gave me some perspective of how difficult it must have been for the Diggers, carrying a much heavier kit and fighting the Japanese at the same time.

It was rewarding to be one of four father and son teams in the group and a wonderful experience to achieve this goal together with my son Ashley"

Richard Page, Grafton, NSW