with so many people now trekking the Kokoda, almost 100% would be Aussies no doubt, perhaps its time we voiced our opinions to our respective state and federal MP's about the lack of memorials along the track. Isurava is one of the most emotional memorials I have ever visited in my life.. especially after dragging yourself over the track, to then sit and contemplate not only your own achievement but how those poor buggers tried to survive back in 1942 is just astounding…..

but what about something at Eora, Brigade Hill. I dont just mean the plaques they have at those locations, but proper memorials, so that as you arrive at these sacred spots and thats what they are, there is a proper memorial to those poor ragged buggers who payed the supreme sacrifice so that we can live in the greatest country in the world.

In my humble view these battle grounds are as much sacred as is Anzac Cove. It was at all these battle grounds where young men gave their lives, to overcome an enemy that posed a real threat to their homeland being invaded.

Wells its about time our Govts built a memorial out of respect for all the Aussies and native PNG's who gave their lives… and those that have never been seen since.

Lets urge every one who completes the track to write to their local member, demanding that something be done to show the respect that these people so richly deserve. ( Now I will get down of my soap box!!)