QUOTE(Boss Meri @ 25 Jul 2011, 11:28 PM) [snapback]13279[/snapback]Congratulations to all trekker's for successfully completing their trek. WELL DONE!John McMillan's Wife Helen flew up to PNG to join him on Sunday. This morning they were up bright and early at 3:30am to fly to Popondetta. They both drove up to Kokoda and surprised their two sons…[Read more]

All trekker's walked off the track today into Kokoda and are now at our Kokoda Retreat Orohaven!Trekker's will be flying back to Port Moresby tomorrow morning from Popondetta.Congratulations to all trekker's for successfully completing their trek. WELL DONE!

Congratulations to all trekker's for successfully completing their trek. WELL DONE!John McMillan's Wife Helen flew up to PNG to join him on Sunday. This morning they were up bright and early at 3:30am to fly to Popondetta. They both drove up to Kokoda and surprised their two sons at the archway. A very emotional time for trekkers and porters…[Read more]

QUOTE(Gail Thomas @ 20 Jul 2011, 04:55 PM) [snapback]13241[/snapback]These were followed by the McMillan family:I am so proud of you honey. Thank you sooooo much for the phone call, I was so happy to hear your voice. I can't wait to see you. Missing you heaps and lov you so much. From the 3 of us. xxxxxxxx

Guys, Cadel's won the Tour!! 1 1/2 minutes ahead of Andy Schleck and 2 1/2 minutes ahead of Frank Schleck in 2nd and 3rd. If Cadel can win the Tour, you guys can complete Kokoda. see ya soon. Sonya

QUOTE(Gail Thomas @ 20 Jul 2011, 05:05 PM) [snapback]13243[/snapback]Last but not least, Kylie Cook took her turn under the archway:Dr. Livingston, I presume!

QUOTE(Boss Meri @ 23 Jul 2011, 01:35 PM) [snapback]13271[/snapback]Lachlan and James caught up with the lead group at the half way point of Efogi. On the way up to Sogeri their father John spoke to them by two way radio and they both seemed pleased to know he was safe and well. They were pleased with themselves as well as they had a big day and…[Read more]

Hi Lachie,Hows the blisters??????Kates having a good time, dont stay away for too long!!!Lauren has a new boyfriend, Kate sold the house & bought a Porsche, not trying to worry you.Try to enjoy yourself anywayFrom the father in law

Shane informed me they spent the night after Efogi at Templeton's and then were heading to Isurava for last night. So unless something has changed I expect them to walk off the track today!

QUOTE(Boss Meri @ 23 Jul 2011, 01:35 PM) [snapback]13271[/snapback]Lachlan and James caught up with the lead group at the half way point of Efogi. On the way up to Sogeri their father John spoke to them by two way radio and they both seemed pleased to know he was safe and well. They were pleased with themselves as well as they had a big day and…[Read more]

Lachlan and James caught up with the lead group at the half way point of Efogi. On the way up to Sogeri their father John spoke to them by two way radio and they both seemed pleased to know he was safe and well. They were pleased with themselves as well as they had a big day and it appears were up to the task of playing catch up.As for the other…[Read more]

QUOTE(Boss Meri @ 22 Jul 2011, 09:00 AM) [snapback]13267[/snapback]I have been talking to John who is now at the Pacific International Hospital in good hands. When we spoke he was relaxing waiting on them to do some tests to see what is the problem. He mentioned he was feeling a little dizzy.To speak to him direct, the phone number is: 0011675…[Read more]

QUOTE(Gail Thomas @ 20 Jul 2011, 04:55 PM) [snapback]13241[/snapback]These were followed by the McMillan family:Hello my love, Here's a nice surprise for you, I've packed your mum's bags and I am posting off to you guys. She will arrive on Sunday and be coming back with you guys. Freedom and I'm having a party! Love ya's and I can wait to see my…[Read more]

QUOTE(Amanda and Lilli @ 22 Jul 2011, 08:15 AM) [snapback]13265[/snapback]QUOTE(Gail Thomas @ 22 Jul 2011, 07:28 AM) [snapback]13264[/snapback]Been up bright and early in anticipation of John getting airlifted off the track. The first news was at 5:30am saying it was windy and they were afraid the chopper would not get in. Worry set in as I…[Read more]

I have been talking to John who is now at the Pacific International Hospital in good hands. When we spoke he was relaxing waiting on them to do some tests to see what is the problem. He mentioned he was feeling a little dizzy.To speak to him direct, the phone number is: 0011675 323 4400. When the number answers ask for the 'Emergency' Ward…[Read more]

QUOTE(Gail Thomas @ 22 Jul 2011, 07:28 AM) [snapback]13264[/snapback]Been up bright and early in anticipation of John getting airlifted off the track. The first news was at 5:30am saying it was windy and they were afraid the chopper would not get in. Worry set in as I later talked to James McMillan.However luck was on our side as the chopper…[Read more]

QUOTE(Gail Thomas @ 22 Jul 2011, 07:28 AM) [snapback]13264[/snapback]Been up bright and early in anticipation of John getting airlifted off the track. The first news was at 5:30am saying it was windy and they were afraid the chopper would not get in. Worry set in as I later talked to James McMillan.However luck was on our side as the chopper…[Read more]

Been up bright and early in anticipation of John getting airlifted off the track. The first news was at 5:30am saying it was windy and they were afraid the chopper would not get in. Worry set in as I later talked to James McMillan.However luck was on our side as the chopper finally found its way down and landed, picked up John and as I type this…[Read more]

P.S i have a few more if any one wants to read them .they are lesss emotive and more factual .cheers mike