A group of local young people are tackling the Kokoda Track in July 2025 and we are looking for more young people to join us. Our target age range is 15-21 years though if a young person outside that age range would like to participate they should have a chat with us. Whilst most participants at this stage are from the Dungog LGA, we encourage young people from our surrounding LGAs to join us.
We are hoping Kokoda 25 will be the first of many more adventures to come in following years with the goal of developing young community leaders of the future.
Conquering Kokoda is so much more than a physical feat – it is one which will teach and embed resilience, leadership and a sense of community for all participants. Our young people will come away with a stronger understanding of their place in the world and the belief that they can achieve what they set their mind to.
Part of the challenge includes raising funds to cover the costs of the young people, which is $7000 per person. Our participants are out fundraising though we will need some assistance from our local businesses to achieve our fundraising goals through either sponsorship or donation of prizes which we can utilise as raffle or auction prizes or as part of our fundraising activities.
If you can assist us please make contact with our Fundraising Coordinators
Karen DRINAN karenadrinan@hotmail.com 0447 027 291 or
Jim DOYLE jdoyle500@bigpond.com 0407 307 800
and we can organise to pick up your donation or supply further details re sponsorship.
We know it’s a challenging time for small businesses and appreciate any support you can provide – every bit helps. Kokoda 25 is an important program, and its success will pave the way for future leadership opportunities for our young people.
Regards Karen and Jim
(a Gresford Community Group initiative)
