Fraser Island Challenge

2008 photo’s

gaz — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 08:20:37 +0000

2008 Participants

gaz — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 08:16:46 +0000

Michael Rechenberg

First thought about doing the walk in memory of my Dad, Gordon, half way through our first epic journey on the Fraser Island Great Walk. Seems a bit silly to walk 80km straight but for me it symbolises what Dad and others go through every day.

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Peter Robbins

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As the oldest of the original FI great walkers, I vowed never again to put myself through the physical trauma. However I lost my Dad to cancer 3 years ago and when I learned that the date for this Cancer Council walk coincides with my Dad's birthday, it looked like I was destined for a return bout with the Island. Despite my misgivings, I'm keen to complete the walk and have roped in other friends around my age (I don't want to be shown up again).

Peter Stocks

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Although I don't like the term "middle aged" I guess at age 49 that is only a short 10-15 years away (I said years, not minutes). What a great opportunity for a bunch of us to band together and put ourselves to this challenge for the benefit of others. As a father and businessman I have little time to volunteer my services elsewhere, so devoting a weekend to this cause is a good chance to balance the scales.

Nicole Rechenberg

Hi, I'm Nicole, I am not nomally an active person, usually I am the one who sits back and watches others. When I was first asked to join the FIC, I thought it was a joke, as I am not the fitest person around. To set this type of goal was not something I am used to, as it seemed so unobtainable. I was astounded at peoples confidence that I could complete the challenge, so after a lot of thinking, I comitted and am now a member of the FIC team. I have started training and I must admit I am hooked on exercise and gym, but don't let too many people know that! My children have even started exercising with me, so this has been a major achievement and already has started to change my life.

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Gavin Stocks

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At 47, Gavin is the supreme example of an athlete who has yet to identify a sport or activity for which he has any particular talent. He has experienced modest success at fishing however, prefers "catch and release" as he would like his sons to experience the same thrills that he has.

While this is his first opportunity to test his long distance walking skills, he has participated in several "Bridge to Brisbane" runs over the years and regularly forgoes the evening commute in traffic in favour of walking or jogging home from work. Gavin is a long-time resident of Brisbane. The photo shows him engaged in his favourite pastime...sitting around!.

Kephren Izzard

To Donate to me Click Here I love a challenge and pushing myself to see how far i can go and I HATE losing, and love competing!! I've done adventure races, King of the Mountain, played 1st div Soccer & rep Futsal(Indoor Soccer) but I've never walked 80k's!! So I thought Why not? I love the idea of supporting a charity while pushing yourself to your physical and mental limits!! Also my Grandad had prostate cancer. I'm also getting in early casue i'm a shoe in for skin cancer cause of the years I spent surfing while growing up on the sunshine coast.

Glenn Badke

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Motivation for doing the challenge - Have lost 20kg this year and enjoy new challenges particulary fitness challenges. Supporting charities has to go in there somewhere as well, and I guess finally, I was drunk when Kephren asked me if I would be interested in doing/sponsoring the event.

Gary Pearce

Just a fat guy trying to get thin. Doing it to raise money so someone else might not have to go through the pain, sadness and heartbreak of the cancer nightmare!

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Sherry Ey (AKA: Rooster)

To Donate to me Click Here Challenge is my middle name: An experienced campaigner when it comes to putting myself through pain. Having finished the enjoyable, yet torturous, ‘Kokoda Challenge’, conquered the ‘Great Pyramid Race’ & ‘King of the Mountain’, and lost to the men in ‘Battle of the Sexes’. Silly enough to compete & complete “Cairns Ironman Series” & a current member of the Queensland State Touch Football Team……………Walking Fraser with friends, whilst raising $$$$ for the Cancer Council sounds great, as my mother, father in-law & and best friend all have had cancer. Plus the after party on Sunday night sounds FAB ! BRING IT ON

Mike Thomason

The other fat guy trying to get thin. My mum was diagnosed Chronic Lymphocytic Leukaemia 4 years ago and continues her journey with this condition she also went through surgery and treatment for breast cancer two years ago. As a school counsellor, I see the painful journey’s many families experience with cancer. The Cancer Council provides such a wonderful support service to Queenslanders. Time to act and give something back.

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Donations 2008

gaz — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 08:05:29 +0000

We would like to extend our sincerest thanks to the people and business that have donated to our cause. Even when these days there are so many worthy charities trying to raise much needed funds, people are still generous and show their Australian spirit by giving what they can. To donate Click the Name of the Person you wish to donate to. Gary Pearce -- Michael Rechenberg -- Peter Robbins -- Michael Thomason -- Nicole Rechenberg -- Gavin Stocks -- Glenn Badke -- Sherry Ey -- Kephren Izzard -- Peter Stocks or email donate@fraserislandchallenge.com for other payment methods.. Glen Cochrane - Toplock Locksmiths Mark & Helen Jorgensen - Mark Jorgensen Automotive Rob Mclean Glenn Badke Trevor and Karen Sonter - Hervey Bay Massage The Palmer Family Bayview Vets Karen MacDonald Bob & Marcia Warnock Tania & Dakota Casey Troncone Michelle & Alex Farkas Theresa, Richard, Sam & Jack Martin Jane Webb Lisa, Matt and Jess Hopgood Alison Greenslade Emily Savage Doug Mackay Rob's Mum Victor Bimrose from Victor Bimrose Accountancy Nick Beauchamp from Guardian Financial Planning Jenny Noble from Strategic Linkages Angela Badke Chase Kempe Sexy Coffee

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Terry & Amanda Sullivan

Russell Sullivan

Sandy Sims

NT Software Pty Ltd

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DLV Finance

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Lindsay & Cherry Staunton

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2008 Review

gaz — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 08:04:41 +0000

Well, we have done it. All starters made it to the end, ranging from Mick and Nic in 14 hours and 20 minutes, to Gaz, Pete & Mike in16 hours and 20 minutes. All survived with no major injuries, just a lot of tired and sore bits... A great day out with a very special thanks to the Wormald support crew who were a welcome site at each M point, and Parks and Wildlife with the great support and knowledge of the island. We shall post more info and some photo's as they come in, but in the meantime you can still donate. Also watch this space for the status on nexts years event. To donate, please visit the Participants Page and click on the link under the persons name you wish to donate to - Its easy and safe.. The Fraser Island Challenge started as a 4 day hike and camping trip on The Fraser Island Great Island Walk with Michael Rechenberg, Gary Pearce and Peter Robbins. This walk covered approximately 80km from Dilli Village to Happy Valley and we managed to do it in 2 ½ Days. While camping at the Valley of the Giants on the first trip Michael thought of doing the walk non stop in memory of his father, Gordon Rechenberg, 9th November 2008 marks the 5 year anniversary of Gordon’s death. As the first walk nearly killed Gary, everyone thought we were crazy to even suggest such an event, slowly however the idea grew and gained some momentum. The walk really took a new meaning when Gary found out that his father Col Pearce has been diagnosed with Pancreatic Cancer. The 9th also has special significance for Peter, as this is his fathers birthday, and sadly Peter’s father died from Prostate Cancer. The fight is on!

Pain is temporary It may last a minute, an hour, a day, or a year, but eventually it will subside and something else will take its place. If we quit however, it lasts forever (Lance Armstrong) Cancer can be beaten, it may not be in our lifetime but it will be cured, please donate to our cause, don’t let the pain last forever. To donate, please visit the Participants Page and click on the link under the persons name you wish to donate to - Its easy and safe..

The Walk is on Sunday 9th November 2008, starting at 4.00am from Dilli Village.

Be there to see us off, and follow us through the Meeting points along the way, we will need all the cheering you have.. See the accommodation link for some great rates from Eurong Beach Resort and make a weekend of it.

are proud to be our support personnel for the event..

FIC its On!!

admin — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 02:54:29 +0000

We now have the go ahead from the Queensland Cancer Council who are only too happy for us to help them raise funds. EPA have also given us the go ahead for a party of 10 participants. The Runners - For more details visit the Participants Page Michael, Gary, Peter R, Peter S, Nicole, Kephren, Sherry, Glenn, Gavin + Pooky.

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Stay tuned for futher news as preparations ramp up in readiness.. Gaz