The Kokoda Challenge Association aims to raise awareness of the story of THE Kokoda campaign - the heroic defence of Australia against imminent invasion - and use the spirit borne by our young soldiers for the benefit of teenagers today.

The Spirit of Kokoda – mateship, endurance, courage and sacrifice was forged by the Australian troops from the 39th and 42nd Militia on the Kokoda Track in Papua New Guinea during WWII. The Japanese had entered the war the year before, after the bombing of Pearl Harbour. The mighty Japanese army had then conquered a number of South East Asian countries before advancing to the final frontier of Papua where if taken would have lead to an imminent invasion of Australia.

These values of yesteryear are still having a profound impact on individuals and the sense of community we each can demonstrate in our everyday lives.

It shows that when we work together, look out for each other and show commitment to the task, even the most seemingly impossible feats are achievable.

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