Dear GailWould you mind passing on my Sincere Condolences to Sue and Colin and Adam on the Anniversay of their tragic loss of their Daughter Hannah, who together with a number of other Trekkers and Adventurers, were passengers and crew of the unfortunate plane crash last year.We can't change history and events, but I'm sure that they live for the…[Read more]

GailJust wondering if you have DVD's of the Porters and Guides singing, they were fantastic. I will try and get a Ukelalae to donate when I come back next year.RegardsWarren

Hi AnnieJust wondering if you have any copies for saleRegardsWaza

Hi Can only agree with above comments re snakes on the Track, we did see one small black one, less than a mitre in length on probably Day 5, so in the Brigade Hill area, but that was all, my Brother & Nephew were more scared of a spider they saw, claiming it was the size of a bread plate in span. The Nephew being a brave 16 year old, poked the web…[Read more]

Hi GailWhat a great place, certainly fills the bill for a night before and after the Trek, as long as we can get Steak sandwich, a plate of hot chips and a cold SP (which we did in 2005) after a week of rations!Look forward to enjoying the hospitality in April/May next year.RegardsWaza

Hi DanielleI presume that you are trekking in April 2012 as you wrote your enquiry on 29th April 2011?I'm surprised also that you have received no responses.If you are still trekking next year and still require advice, please let me know and I can help you out.Also are you in the Tweed Heads area, with your training schedule?regardsWaza

Hi PeteJust read a reply to your initial comment and wondered where the newspaper was from, as I praised Gail in a magazine article about my trip in 2005.Just interestedregardsWaza

Hi JoI hadn't noticed your request earlier, but have read your correspondence to Gail and will download your Survey to complete for your studies.I will also ask my Daughter to complete one for you, as it may be beneficial for you to look at the different responses from the Son and Grand-Daughter of a person who who lived in pre-War PNG, was an…[Read more]

HiAll good comments from experience.I used a $14.95 2 man tent from Go-Lo, used it 4 times and gave it to Maurice my Porter at Owers. It wasn't waterproof but then it didn't rain of a night and I always slung a $4 tarp from Super Cheap Auto across the tent, held up by 2 poles at either end and one cross piece of timber, which left a good…[Read more]

Hi DaniI answered one of your earlier posts, not realising you were in another forum.If you like you can get my email address of Gail and I'll email you a lsit of every single item and it's weight to use as a guide.Also when are you trekking, as we (3 of us) are trekking April/May.regardsWaza

Hello SallyThank you for your comments on my Testimonial.I did answer directly to you and gave you my work email, so we could continue with any discussions on the Bulldog Track. I recently purchased a good book on the Bulldog and the Wau – Bulldog Road and how and when it was built. There is also another book on the Battle of Wau on ebay at the…[Read more]

Hello GailWell it has been a few years since my Trek and ever since you created this segment of your magnificent website, I've always wanted to provide a Testimonial for you, Russell, your Staff and your Company KTL – Kokoda Trekking Limited, but really wanted to do it justice and thought, I must compose something first and then go away and forget…[Read more]

Congratulations Gail, I'll bet you had a bit to do with this latest Oro Province progress. It will certainly be a boon for locals and your Company.Best regardsWarren (Waza) Trek 84

Hi DerekI used to use one when I trained and kept 'up-dating' my model until I finally got the one I really wanted. I smoohed it off a bit, sharpened the end a bit, drilled a hole and fed a long shoelace through to place over my wrist, wound a squash grip around the top and finally gae it 2-3 coats of clear varnish. I also (as mentioned by Sally)…[Read more]

Hello GailHow have you been my friend? I can't believe that it has been over a year since I visited your site! When is your next information night at Helensvale thanks, I might try and co-ordinate with my next tweed trip. Also do you travel to the Gold Coast every Christmas?How are your Treks going and are you still the leader in your field up…[Read more]

Well done Brian, a great analogy and as mentioned a few nights ago to I think 'Fluppy', do remain strong in your desire and dream to walk the famous Kokoda Track and you will in years to come remember your decision to take on this life changing experience and you will, in hindsight, be glad that you did.Yes, this weeks event has been a terrible…[Read more]

You certainly provide a full service for any one thinking of trekking the Track Gail, well done as always.waza

Hi jltheagePersonally I believe that the majority of Australians who have a desire to walk this famous part of Australian history will not wane due to this unfortunate and tragic accident. As mentioned by a number of other respondents in this Forum, the number of flights and people who have been flown in and out of Kokoda in addition to the…[Read more]

Hi NatalieaeGood luck with your Trek commencing next Tuesday and I commend you on your involvement with the RSL Youth Club and your willingness to participate in what I really believe will be a life changing experience for you. My Dad used to be President of the Port Moresby RSL Club many years ago and partook in the 25th Anniversary Commeration…[Read more]

Dear FluppyI can only agree with Mrs Moo and Brian with their thoughts on your concerns about perhaps not going. As most have said, the accident tragic as it is, is a rarity but never the less, possibly the flight INTO Kokoda is the part of the trip where there is more concern than the trek itself. Flying OUT of Kokoda is possible an alternative…[Read more]