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Top End Track 4 Mates

By Tim Scott

The Map

Maps of this region, particularly the Overland Telegraph Track seem to be few and far between. 
This image was from a photograph I took of a map on the wall at the Bramwell Junction Roadhouse in September 2024. 
The OTT runs parallel approximately to the yellow line I've drawn onto the map.
This is the 116km stretch I'll be running / jogging / plodding / walking. 

The journey begins

To raise funds to support Mates4Mates, I'll be running the Old Telegraph Track (116km) in Far North Queensland on the 18th of July. 

Starting at Bramwell Junction Roadhouse, which is approximately 156km Northeast of Weipa, I'll follow the track which is an 4WD enthusiasts dream or nightmare north til I hit the Old Jardine River Crossing 116km later.

Renowned for some absolutely unbelievable swimming creeks, saltwater crocodiles, Inland Taipans and Brown snakes, I'll be watching where I put my feet.

You can follow the preparation and journey on my Instagram page to come. Watch this space.   

Please help me reach my goal

I'm proud to be raising funds for Mates4Mates to help support veterans impacted by service-related injuries and their families.

On the 18th of July, I'll be running solo the 116km Old Telegraph Track (OTT) in far north Queensland to raise funds and awareness for Mates4Mates.

To my knowledge, no one's ever run and documented this stretch in one go / non-stop before - making this a true first. Littered along the track are expert 4WD obstacles, Saltwater crocodiles, Inland Taipans and Brown snakes (plus one bloke going for a jog).

The journey will start at Bramwell Junction Roadhouse in the south and finish 116km further north at the Old Jardine River Crossing.

I'll be supported by my son (Jack) who will also document this journey.

Mates4Mates need our help to do more and provide much- needed support and rehabilitation services to those in need.

Please help me make a difference by donating. Together, our impact is greater!




Proud to be fundraising for Mates4Mates.
Please show your support!

Raised

$195

My Goal

$10,000

Select amount to donate

$40
Enable a veteran or family member to attend a social connection activity to support them to reconnect and recover.
$80
Support a veteran to participate in a Skills for Recovery Program that will help build resilience and assist with emotional regulation.
$130
Connect a veteran with a mental health professional who understands the challenges of the Defence Force.

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Thank you to my Sponsors

$85.48

Ben Sciacca

Easy Sunday stroll for you Tim

$54.12

Fiona & Steve Lake Waslander

Go Tim Go!! We'll be cheering you on from Canada.

$33.15

Barney Lane

Crush it, Tim!

$22.58

Tim Schaefer

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