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Home » NeuroEndocrine Cancer Australia » Kokoda Track walk by Gail Brien (Weaving/Andersson) age 72 in memory of Brenda

Kokoda Track walk by Gail Brien (Weaving/Andersson) age 72 in memory of Brenda

Raising funds for: NeuroEndocrine Cancer Australia
102.00% Raised
$5,100.00 donated of $5,000.00 goal
35 Donors
Campaign has ended

My very dear friend Brenda was diagnosed with a Neuro-Endocrine Tumor (NET) in October 2010. She passed away on 9 September 2022 a few months short of her 80th birthday. The photo was taken in 2019 on one of our trips (Brenda on left). She was very fortunate to remain fit and well for all but the final 9 months, so we were able to enjoy many outings together and her family had many years of quality time with her. NET is incurable and somewhat rare. There is no government funding for a cure so I want to raise awareness for this type of cancer and to encourage the government to provide funds for research.

On 13 October 2023, I will be walking the Kokoda Track in Papua New Guinea. It is a challenging 98 km walk over a mountain range and through jungle. I will be 3 weeks short of my 73rd birthday when I complete the 8 day trek. I am not an athlete nor someone who has led an active life so I have had to do a lot of training, beginning this year, to become fit enough to undertake the trek. In order to assess my physical and mental fortitude I recently walked for 8 days around Lake Ginninderra, a local walking track of 7kms. I was able to walk a total of 165 km over the 8 days and managed to persist each day even when it was quite painful. I am currently working on my climbing endurance by using the StairMaster and incline treadmill at my local gym. That’s fairly uncomfortable too – continually out of breath and ever sorer feet and legs!!  By doing these things now I am hoping I will be able to keep up!

Please consider donating to this worthy cause, every bit helps.

Gail Brien

FOLLOW GAIL’S JOURNEY

  1. Kathleen Redmond

    $50.00
  2. Robyn Andersson

    $50.00
    Supporting carer
  3. Alison McMorrow

    $300.00
    You are an inspector Gail, and such a loving friend to mum.
  4. Anonymous

    $100.00
  5. David Shadwell

    $250.00
    The old phrase "no guts, no glory" comes to mind when I think about the adventure you are undertaking Gail. The 'guts' part is covered by making the decision to commit to the trek and doing all the preparation so you are in the best position you can be. That leaves the 'glory' part which I'm sure you will be soaking up each day as you accomplish things you previously thought impossible, and the glory of finishing the trek. Enjoy!, and stop to smell the roses along the way.
  6. Suzanne Robertson

    $50.00
    You are an inspiration. Best wishes and good luck. I will be thinking of you.
  7. David Shelden

    $50.00
    Oh so proud of what you are doing inspirational.love and respect.dave.x
  8. Therese Rasanen

    $50.00
  9. Janice Miller

    $100.00
  10. Gary Morris

    $250.00
    Gail, you are an inspiration with your loyalty, courage and generous spirit. Power to you on your challenging trek. Gary and Jo.
  11. Kathryn Brien

    $50.00
  12. Geoffrey Borny

    $50.00
    More power to you, wonderful brave person!
  13. Michael Wilson

    $200.00
  14. Michael Bell

    $250.00
    A wonderful journey by an amazing person for an excellent cause. Namaste!
  15. Richard Burgmann

    $250.00
    Hi Gail, what you are doing is so very important to raise funds and awarness. Its also a difficult challenge, Im confident you have the strength to see it done! All the best Burgy.
  16. Diane Hickey

    $100.00
    It’s a magnificent journey you are embarking on for a cause that needs to be supported. Go well! We are looking forward to following your trek.
  17. Anonymous

    $5.00
  18. Anonymous

    $10.00
  19. Vera Newman

    $25.00
  20. Sabine MG

    $100.00
    Purpose. Meaning. Community. Friendship. Your big adventure is all of these things and more Gail. Very inspiring.
  21. John Banks

    $250.00
    Gail, Kokoda is a real challenge. We are proud of your charitable focus. It seems you are doing the hard yards now and are prepared, but just in case, good luck! From the Bankss; Tasman, Jack, Cathy and John.
  22. Matthew Hoyles

    $50.00
    Good luck Gail!
  23. Robyn Cleland

    $350.00
    We are so proud of you Gail. What an absolutely amazing tribute to your dear friend and travel buddy. Love from Robyn and Sophie
  24. Robyn Mantel

    $50.00
  25. Narelle Andersson

    $50.00
    A friendship like the two of you had is a beautiful thing. We are proud of you taking on this challenge, love Narelle, Jason & Willow.
  26. Ann Peut

    $100.00
    An amazing and wonderful thing to do in memory of Brenda. All my best wishes for walking the Kokoda Track. I know how hard you have been working and training.
  27. Catherine Andersson

    $100.00
    You’re an amazing role model Gail - Love from Cate, Paul and Jack
  28. Marie Sweet

    $100.00
    What a wonderful thing to do in memory of your friend and to support other sufferers of NET. Best wishes for the trek and I look forward to reading of your progress. Marie
  29. Anonymous

    $50.00
  30. Bronwyn Thompson

    $110.00
    We are big supporters of Gail on her getting fit journey. We know she will do great on the Kokoda trek. Bronwyn Thompson and Stuart Andrews
  31. Anonymous

    $50.00
  32. Anonymous

    $200.00
  33. Anonymous

    $100.00
  34. Frances McMorrow

    $250.00
  35. Anonymous

    $250.00
    I am proud of you Gail for taking on this challenge in dedication to Brenda. Your strong mind and attitude will overcome the physical demands of the track. Good luck and enjoy the journey! K
  36. Beverley Holt

    $250.00
    Good luck Gail and best wishes
  37. Anonymous

    $500.00

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