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Nick Runs Australia - Where is he now?
Where is he now?
On April 15, Nick began his journey across Australia. As we go to print with this magazine, he’s closing in on the finish line - just 700km away.
Since beginning this cross-country run from Perth to Sydney, Nick has kept us up-to-date with his wildlife sightings, his interactions with passers-by, his mindset, and his well-deserved rest days.
Nick’s journey has taken him through the notoriously challenging Nullarbor Plain, which forms part of the Australian outback, as well as many other smaller towns along the way.
At times, he’s described the isolation as relentless, so is grateful for his full-time support person, Paul Wheeler –chief driver, head chef and photographer.
In addition, for a 1200km stint across the outback, Nick was joined by Jamie Thomson from Comfortech. He's now running with Mehmet Donmez, a close friend from Wellington.
Aside from his human interactions, he’s crossed paths with dingoes, kangaroos, snakes, emu, goats, as well as battled with persistent flies at the start of his run when the heat was at its peak.
His days are completed in two legs, starting at sunrise and finishing at sunset, completing about 60km each day. Temperatures in the first few weeks of his run reached over 30 degrees – now it starts at 2 degrees.
Every day, he continues to receive words of encouragement from passing motorists. He’s often stopped by locals or truckies asking where he’s going and the reason for his run – some even suffering from respiratory conditions themselves.
Nick’s journey is as inspiring as it is challenging. For more detailed updates on his weekly adventures, check out his blog on his website www.nickrunsasutralia.org.nz
Nick is supported by Friends of the Foundation Silver Partner, Comfortech.
3,250km distance travelled to date
59 days he's been on his journey
