On Saturday 7 June, Yeronga State High School proudly took part in the 2025 Kokoda Challenge for the first time. Eight dedicated teams took on the gruelling elevation of D'Aguilar National Park, with seven teams conquering the 30km course and one team bravely tackling the 48km route. After seven weeks of training, planning, and fundraising, every student (and teacher) who started the challenge crossed the finish line, their faces beaming with a mixture of pride, exhaustion, and relief. Our 8 teams collectively raise just shy of $10,000 for the Kokoda Youth Foundation, contributing to life-changing youth programs across Australia. This remarkable achievement not only highlights the dedication and resilience of our students but also the strength and unity of the Yeronga State High School community. A special shoutout to Reuven Pe’er ($1,419) and Thomas Ferguson ($1,195) for coming second and third respectively for their fundraising efforts out of 519 participants.

A heartfelt thank you to all involved—students, parents, and our amazing teachers—for their unwavering support and commitment to providing our students with such positive and rewarding experiences that will be remembered for a lifetime. We are looking forward to being part of the Kokoda Challenge again in 2026!