Corangamite Shire - Kokoda Expedition

Corangamite Shire - Kokoda Expedition 12 students from the Corangamite Shire will cross the Kokoda Track from the 6th to 17th of July 2025

27/06/2026

Hi everyone, just a quick update. There was an error on the training schedule attached to the email sent out, so apologies for any confusion.

Our next Kokoda training session is on Sunday 26 July, 10.00am–4.00pm, at the Cobden–Timboon Rail Trail.

If you or your child are unable to attend, please let me know as soon as possible.

Thanks, and see you all then!

Kate

🌿 KOKODA TREK 2027 – INFORMATION DAY Are you currently in Year 10 or Year 11 and looking for a challenge that could chan...
21/05/2026

🌿 KOKODA TREK 2027 – INFORMATION DAY

Are you currently in Year 10 or Year 11 and looking for a challenge that could change your life?

The Kokoda Trek 2027 Scholarship Program is now seeking expressions of interest from students across the Corangamite region who would like to learn more about this incredible opportunity.

Join us for an Information and Training Session at Mount Elephant where you will:
✅ Hear from past Kokoda participants
✅ Learn what is involved in preparing for the trek
✅ Meet the organisers and ask questions
✅ Take part in a walk up Mount Elephant
✅ Discover if Kokoda 2027 is the challenge for you

The Kokoda Trek is much more than a walk. It is an opportunity to build resilience, confidence, leadership skills and lifelong friendships while gaining a deeper understanding of Australia’s history and the sacrifices made by those who came before us.

📅 Sunday 14 June 2026
⏰ 11:00am – 2:00pm
📍 Mount Elephant

Parents and guardians are encouraged to attend.

For more information or to register your interest, contact:
📧 Kate Makin – [email protected]

Tag a young person who might be interested and help us spread the word!

Join us for the Corangamite Schools Kokoda Trek Celebration Night on Saturday 23rd August.This special evening is an opp...
20/08/2025

Join us for the Corangamite Schools Kokoda Trek Celebration Night on Saturday 23rd August.
This special evening is an opportunity to hear from our incredible students as they share their inspiring journey along the Kokoda Trail.

🎤 Student reflections
👣 Stories of resilience, teamwork, and growth
🎉 A free community event – everyone is welcome!

Don’t miss this chance to celebrate the achievements of our young people – we’d love to see you there! 💙

This evening is an opportunity to hear directly from the students as they reflect on their journey—what they’ve experien...
14/08/2025

This evening is an opportunity to hear directly from the students as they reflect on their journey—what they’ve experienced, the lessons they’ve learned, and the powerful takeaways they will carry forward in life.

This is a limited capacity event. Once the seats have been filled we are unable to accept walk ins on the night.

No entry fee

They’ve done it! 🇵🇬🥾Our incredible Kokoda trekkers have completed the journey of a lifetime — crossing the final steps o...
16/07/2025

They’ve done it! 🇵🇬🥾

Our incredible Kokoda trekkers have completed the journey of a lifetime — crossing the final steps of the trail and now safely back in Port Moresby. Tonight is a time for reflection, rest, and pride before they fly home to Australia tomorrow.

This trek is not just about endurance, but about resilience, teamwork and deep respect for the history and sacrifice that marks every step of the Kokoda Track.

So proud of each and every one of them — what an extraordinary achievement! 💪🌿🇦🇺

🚶‍♂️🇵🇬 Kokoda Trek Update 🇵🇬🚶‍♀️The group pushed further yesterday than expected, showing just how strong and determined...
15/07/2025

🚶‍♂️🇵🇬 Kokoda Trek Update 🇵🇬🚶‍♀️
The group pushed further yesterday than expected, showing just how strong and determined they are — hiking very well! 💪

They overnighted in Hood Water and now have only a couple of hours to go before completing the track. What an achievement!

They’ll visit the Bomana War Cemetery on their way back to Port Moresby, where they’ll arrive by lunchtime today.

Incredible work by everyone involved — you’ve done yourselves, your families, and your communities proud! 👏🌿

Kokoda Trek UpdateThe group has now left Kagi and over the past two days has made their way to the village of Menari. Al...
14/07/2025

Kokoda Trek Update
The group has now left Kagi and over the past two days has made their way to the village of Menari. Along the way, they visited the significant WWII battle site of Brigade Hill before descending into Menari yesterday.

Today was a shorter walking day—just five hours—with the group crossing into the Brown River basin and climbing halfway up the Maguli Range to reach Nauro.

Everyone is doing well, and spirits are high. Only two more days to go before they reach the end of the Track!

Kokoda Trek UpdateThe group has reached Kagi Village, the halfway point of their Kokoda journey.They’ll now spend some t...
12/07/2025

Kokoda Trek Update
The group has reached Kagi Village, the halfway point of their Kokoda journey.

They’ll now spend some time immersed in village life — a unique opportunity to connect with the local community. The boys will join the men of the village, while the girls will work alongside the women in the gardens.

This is not just a well-earned rest but a powerful cultural exchange, offering a glimpse into the daily lives of the incredible people who call Kokoda home.

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Cobden, VIC
3266

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