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Hi, It's Me Lincoln - Back to do Kokoda in 2025

Hi, thanks for visiting my blog. I am Lincoln Brown and I am very passionate about the Kokoda Challenge. In 2023 in year 7, I did my very first event with my school, the 48km on the Gold Coast. Last year, I did my second school event, again 48 km on the Gold Coast, but I finished 3 hours quicker in 11 hrs and 52 mins. I was determined to finish under 12 hrs.

This year I am back and guess what. I am determined to have a crack at the big one - the 96 km event. I have been training since the end of last year. I run around 30 km a week up and down forest trails. I am only 13 (I have been given special approval to do the 96 km as I'm technically underage).  

Doing the Kokoda Challenge is about raising money for the Kokoda Youth Foundation. This year I have set a goal to raise $5,000. I hope you can help me get there please; I can do the hard physical work to get across the finishing line, but can you help get me over the fundraising finishing line? Please dig deep for this amazing cause. 

Thank you for reading my blog ...  Lincoln

p.s. The photo above is me in 2024 after just crossing the finish line after taking 11 hrs 52 mins to do the 48 km

By making a tax-deductible donation today, you can support our team in The Kokoda Challenge and provide Australian youth with life-changing opportunities. 

You can see some of the Kokoda Kids in the group photo below.

My Updates

10.6.25 - $379.40 from plants sales banked

Today $379.40 was deposited into my fundraiser, being the latest proceeds from the plant stall I am running from home. Thank you lovely people who have bought my plants and supported my fundraiser. 

6.6.25 1st Place - Kokoda Challenge Brisbane 48 KM Event

Today I participated in the Brisbane Kokoda Challenge as a training exercize for my upcoming 96 km Gold Coast event. I entered the 48 km event with my Dad, and we ran it. We were first out of the starting shute, and unbelievably were the first to cross over the finish line. We took 7 hrs and 8 mins to complete the course, and I won first place out of 452 competitors. I was stoked! 

4.6.25 - $5,000. FIVE THOUSAND THANK YOUS FROM THE BOTTOM OF MY HEART

A generous donation last night has pushed me past my $5,000 goal mark. To everyone who has donated to me, I thank you from the bottom of my heart. But I am a kid on a mission, and time still prevails, so guess what? I'm increasing it to $7,000 now. Let's see if I can get another $2,000 for the kids. It's all about the Kokoda Kids - helping kids reach their full potential and see their better selves. 

1.6.25 - Market Day Fundraising Event

I am very grateful to the Mt Gravatt Markets for allowing me to hold a stall today to sell plants and books as a fundraiser. I managed to raise $618.86 in total, which included online donations and cash payments. Mum, Dad and my sister were there helping me. We met some lovely people. 

27.5.25 - Regional Cross Country

Regional Cross Country event was on today. I was one of 30 competitors. I come in 14th place. Sadly, my running times were slower than I achieved in the district and school events. 

23.5.25 - School Night Hike

Another night hike up Mt Gravatt and around Toohey Forest. The koalas will be getting used to our torches, as this is the third night adventure in this area with the school. 

19.5.25 - $3,500 raised - 2/3 of the way to my target

Today, thanks to a very kind and generous donor, I passed the 2/3 mark of my fundraising target. I am now at $3,500. Yeah - 1/3 to go. Thank you to everyone who has supported me and donated some $'s. It means a lot. 

18.5.25 - 17.5 Hour Hike - Main Range Traverse (all in a day)

Yesterday, I did a training session with my Dad. We hiked the Main Range Traverse, an off-track trail from Spicers Gap to Teviott Falls. Setting off at 5.00 am, we didn't finish until 10.30 pm. We completed 28 km and 2,360 m ascent through some of the most difficult terrain in South East Queensland. Some sections, we had to climb with ropes! It was a fun adventure. I was hiking for 17.5 hrs! 

15.5.25 - $282 Plant Stall Proceeds So Far

$282 has today been banked into my fundraiser. This is the cash funds made so far from my plant stall. Thank you to everyone who has been buying plants from my home. 

11.5.25 - 66 km Training Session

Yesterday I trained 66 kms ready for my upcoming 96 km event. I had a hike in the morning with Scouts, which was 18 km. Then, straight after that finished, I commenced some Kokoda Training with my school. We did 3 loops around Mt Gravatt mountain and Toohey Forest, totalling 48 km. We finished at 1.30 am, and it was 2.30 am before I got to bed! I might have fallen asleep and caught up on a few z's during Mother's Day - sorry Mum....Sometimes you just have to rest!

8.5.25 - 3rd Cross Country Districts

So proud of myself. I came 3rd in the Cross Country Districts event. That means I'm off to Regionals. 

1.5.25 $2,500 raised - Halfway There

Thanks to a geneous donor last night, he has pushed my fundraising line past the halfway mark. I'm super excited. Thank you everyone for your donations - the support from my family, friends and amazing community members and local businesses is heartwarming. 

30.4.25 - Plant Stall

My latest initiative to raise money is selling plants. My Mum, sister (yes I have one of those) and I, potted them up in the Christmas holidays and they are all growing well and ready for sale. Wish me luck!! Hopefully I get a lot of buyers. 

28.4.25 - $2000 - THANKYOU THANKYOU THANKYOU

From the bottom of my heart, thank you to everyone out there who has shown love and supported my fundraiser. Today I passed $2,000. So excited as I head closer to my goal of $5,000. 

25.4.25 - Anzac Day

Today, on Anzac Day we reflect on the soldiers who fought for Australia and the importance of keeping the spirit of the Anzacs alive. Kokoda does just that. To finish a Kokoda event, you have to show mateship, courage, endurance and resilience, as you walk in memory of those who fought on the Kokoda Track in PNG. Today I attended my local Anzac parade and commemoration service with my Scout unit. Then I joined in as part of the Brisbane City Anzac Day parade, supporting in a volunteer role carrying banners (I went around twice). I am proud to keep the spirit of the Anzacs alive. 

14.4.25 - Mini Flyer

If you have one of these mini flyers in your hands, it means that you have met me on one of my training runs. I am fortunate to meet so many amazing people in my local community who stop for a chat, keen to discover what I am doing. Please find the donate button and drop me a few dollars. Last month I ran 200 kms, plus some cycling and strength and conditioning bootcamps. It is hard work training for a 96 km Kokoda! Please support me. 

4.4.25 - 2nd place school's cross country

An exciting and busy day. I ran the school's cross country 4 km and achieved 2nd place. Very happy with my result. The 1st place winner runs at state level so it would be a miracle if I ever caught him. After school I ran 10 km  for Kokoda training, and in the evening I went to Bounce trampolining for 3 hrs with my Scouts. No sleeping in I have to be up at 5 am to run 25 km training before getting into my Saturday. 

3.4.25 - First $1,000- YES!! Thank you.

Thank you to everyone who has believed in me so far. I have just passed my first $1,000. 1/5 of the way there. A million thanks!

8.3.25 - Cyclone Alfred

A first for me. Experiencing my first cyclone. Thankfully it wasn't a Cat 5 one. This morning I was out in our road, clearing away fallen trees with my Dad. Doing our bit for the community. Luckily I did manage a 20 km run yesterday whilst we were waiting for Alfred to appear.

2.3.25 - 50 KM OVER 4 DAYS

I am serious about my training for this 96 km event. These past 4 days I have paced out 50 km. Here I am after finishing a 15 km training session today on Mt Coot-Tha. 

28.2.25 - Double Distance / Double Dollars - hopefully!

Sitting here thinking about my past two Kokoda Challenge events. I have done the 48 km twice now. Wow, double that to the 96 I am doing this year. It is going to be brutal. I wonder if my donors will double their donations to match my double distance? Please dig deep for me. Here I am with my team mates last year - I am the little one. Double Distance / Double Dollars - hopefully!  

31.1.25 - Selling Bunya Nuts

Hi everyone, I'm always looking at new initiatives for making money for the Kokoda Youth Foundation. Right now I am selling bunya nuts that I have sourced from a property my family owns in Kenilworth. I'm selling them at $20 a kg. Sales have been great. Thank you to everyone who is supporting me!

Thank you to my Sponsors

$515

Nfk Glazing & Industrial Supplies

Lincoln, best of luck to you and your team. Great effort putting in the hard yards with plenty of training. You’re supporting a great cause.

$507.25

Cash Money From The Mt Gravatt Markets Stand 1.6.25. Sale Of Plants And Books.

Money raised from selling plants and books, at the Mt Gravatt markets on 1.6.25.

$379.40

Plant Sales - Stall From Home - 2nd Lot Of Funds Raised

Plant Sales - Stall from home - 2nd lot of funds raised - Thank you to all my buyers! You guys are amazing......

$282

Plant Sales - Stall From Home - Funds Raised So Far

Plant Sales - Stall from home - Funds raised to date - Thank you to all my buyers! You guys are amazing......

$250

The Mcdonald Family

We met Lincoln & his Mum whilst he was training around the hills of Mount Gravatt. What a truly remarkable student, whose courage and determination to complete the Kokoda Challenge of 100km is inspiring. Wishing you and your teammates all the best!

$250

Gary Johnson

$211

Mt Gravatt Markets

We wish you every success :-)

$211

Sharyn Mason

All the best Lincoln. I’m sure you’ll do well.

$211

Next Property Group - Loren Wimhurst

Good Luck Lincoln!

$208.60

Tradies On Ropes

Hi Lincoln, it was good to hear from you. Best of luck on your exciting adventure and completion of the Kokoda Challenge.

$189.90

Do-op Shop

Keep up the great work Lincoln!

$110

Bunya Cash Sales - 1

Cash payments for sale of bunyas - Round 1 - Coolabine collection Jan 2025

$106.12

The Abrahamson Family

Good on ya Lincoln

$106.12

Perminder Thind

Well done young man, I wish you all the best.

$106.12

Kerstein Trueman

$106.12

Matt Steinacher

Good Luck Mate, I have done this event it is an absolute blast. You'll find out lots about yourself. If you'd like any tips on how to best prepare your nutrition feel free to drop me a line at Vive

$106.12

Hedley Thomas

Great work, young man. You’ll go far. Good luck.

$106.12

Sperling Enterprises

Good Luck Lincoln!

$100

Erika Vardanega

Keep smiling Lincoln. It is fantastic what you do every year.

$100

Belinda Burnett

Hi Lincoln you are amazing and an inspiration. Kokoda will have a profound effect on you and your mates and this epic journey will leave an indelible mark on your heart. With every step along this historic track may the voices of those who fought and fell encourage you and spur you on when you think you can't go any further. Well done cobber and I hope you reach the amount you need to get there. All the very best.

$100

Kara Cook Mp

Well done Lincoln!

$84

Shane Stark

Lincoln, I'm glad we could go some way to helping you.

$65

Bunya Cash Sales - 2

Cash payments for sale of bunyas - Collected by S. St.Clair

$64.67

Kathryn Heyworth

$64.67

Kiri

What an amazing thing you're doing Lincoln. Good luck!

$59.41

Adelita Sabatke

Hi, for 2kg of bunyas and a jabuticaba tree from Heather. Thank you

$54.12

Alec Patten

$54.12

Shana Louvet

Come on, Lincoln and everyone on this mission! Well done - God bless :)

$54.12

F82 Landscaping

Hi Lincoln, Thank you for reaching out to F82 Landscaping team we are donating $50 for you. Good luck mate!

$54.12

Kat From Bushcare

You are an awesome individual making a big difference. Well done Lincoln, take care.

$54.12

Anonymous

Go well, Lincoln!

$54.12

Les

Hi Lincoln, best of luck for the trail champ! We love the plants!! Thank you!!

$54.12

Chris Smith

$54.12

Pat Carroll

Good on you Lincoln. What an amazing young man you are. Keep doing what you’re doing. Your future is incredibly bright💪

$54.12

Chris Pye

Hi Lincoln. I truly appleaud your commitment and all the work you've put into your training and alsofundraising. It shows great character. I actually completed the Kokoda 96kms myself in 2012, so I know the challenge you have chosen to take on and I wishj you the very best.

$54.12

Robert Row

$54.12

Kenilworth And Imbil Pharmacies

Great work Lincoln, you are a brave young man, we wish you good luck for the challenge. Pharmacy team

$54.12

Ben

$50

Michael Fox

Proud to know you Lincoln. You are an inspiration.

$50

Reyelle Mckeever

$50

David Coombs (physiologic)

Good luck Lincoln and team!!

$50

Heather Barns

You are an inspiration to all generations. You certainly have all the characteristics to succeed at the Kokoda Challenge.

$43.60

Shonny Sue

Awesome work Lincoln!

$40

Jia Wang

$40

Tina Gilliland Chan

Best of luck to you Lincoln.

$40

Megan Kinsey

Great effort, best of luck!

$38.33

Anonymous

Many thanks for the plants and good luck for your fundraising !

$38.33

Tess

Thanks for the plants. Good luck on your hike!

$38.33

Rachel & Lily

Wishing you the best of luck! We know you’ll crush it, hard work pays off!

$33.15

Leanne Franks

Plants and books at the market. Go for gold!!

$33.15

Anonymous

Good luck Lincoln

$30

Desleigh Cook

Keep smiling Lincoln

$27.81

Bernardus Nunnink

$27.81

Alison &tony Mccall

Good luck Lincoln, hope it's not to grueling for you.

$27.81

Kim Linsdell

Keep up the training & best of luck

$27.81

Trent Sutton

Brave stuff. Thanks for reaching out and asking for support. All the best!

$27.81

Jill Patrick

Life is all about setting challenging goals and stretching, so go for it Lincoln!

$27.81

Deryk Mcleod

$27.81

Anonymous

Good luck Lincoln and for a good cause.

$27.81

Margaret& Neville Long

Good luck Lincoln.

$27.81

Kyah Rynne

$27.81

Courtney Walls

$27.81

Mike Nguyen

$27.81

Dan White

$25

Anonymous

Good Luck Lincoln

$25

Heather Wood

Lincoln you are a star. Can't wait to see where your fundraising takes you this year as you prepare for the challenge of your life - 96 km!

$22.58

Jessica Broadway

Good luck!!

$22.58

Anonymous

Thank you!

$20

Rachel Jarvis

$20

Lincoln Brown

$20

Rozlyn Orcher

Great work

$19.31

Lisa Littler

Plants

$14.67

Indigo Jones

Good luck dude!

$11.65

Rach

Great job Lincoln

$11.65

Andy Chen

Thank you so much for the plants 🌱 Good luck on the trail 👍

$11.65

Anonymous

Thank you for the plants. And that’s wonderful what you’re doing Lincoln!

$11.65

Nicholas Wheeler

Best of luck with the challenge!

$11.65

Vlada Edirippulige

$10

Alison Boccari

Go Lincoln, good luck with th the challenge

$10

Mark Zeidler Electrical Contractor & Solar

Love your drive , commitment and persistance. Good luck !

$6.13

Anonymous

Thank you

$6.13

Vlada Edirippulige

$2

Leilani Burnell

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