Kokoda Memorial Challenge

Are you up for the challenge?

The campaign in Kokoda is a fundamental part of Australia’s military history. But did you know that the famous Kokoda Track stretches for 96 kilometres?

The Kokoda Memorial Challenge is a community fundraising walk, covering 96km over a continuous 24-hour period, honouring the courage, endurance, and mateship of those who served.

The event steps off from the Lara RSL Sub-Branch and follows a set course through local landmarks before concluding at the Lara Sports Club.

Your contribution – whether by participating in the walk or making a donation – helps honour the spirit of the Kokoda Track and supports veterans and their families who have given so much for our country.
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Participation and Entry Fees

• Entry is $25 for one leg of the walk.
• Entry is $50 for more than one leg or the full 96km walk.

All funds raised will be donated to RSL Victoria in support of veterans and their families in need.

Kokoda Memorial Challenge walk breakdown

Saturday 25 October

• 6:00AM: Lara RSL to You Yangs Turntable Picnic Area- 11.05 KM
• 8:45AM: Turntable Picnic Area – East Track, Northern Range, Branding Yard – Turntable Picnic Area – 8.2 KM
• 11:45AM: Turntable Picnic Area – Flinders Peak Walk, Bunjil Geoglyph – Turntable Picnic Area – 7.4 KM
• 1.30PM: Turntable Picnic Area – Northern Range Circuit – Turntable Picnic Area – 10.09 KM
• 4:15PM: Turntable Picnic Area – Flinders Peak, West Track, Northern Track, Saddle and East Track – Turntable Picnic Area- 13.8 KM
• 8:00PM: Turntable Picnic Area – Great Circle Drive – Exit park for campground-14.1 KM – Overnight Camp

Sunday 26 October

• 5:30AM: Camp ground – Big Rock, Flinders Peak – Lower Picnic Ground – 7.15 KM
• 7.45AM: Lower Picnic Ground – Lara RSL – 10.25 KM
• 10.30AM: Lara RSL – Lara Sporting Club and 30 laps of the oval to event completion – 1.78 KM

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“This October, I’m taking on the Kokoda Challenge – a demanding 96km walk that honours the bravery and endurance of Australian soldiers. I’m proud to be walking in support of The Lara RSL Sub-Branch and their ongoing commitment to supporting veterans and preserving their legacy.”

“The challenge takes place at the end of October, and every step I take will be in honour of those who served, as well as to raise much-needed funds for veteran wellbeing, mental health support, and remembrance initiatives.”

“Any donation, big or small, will help make a meaningful impact. Please support me on this journey – together, we can walk in their footsteps and ensure their stories are never forgotten.”

Kristy Wojcik, Kokoda Memorial Challenge fundraiser