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The Dream Run

  • On the Road to Recovery

      10 June 2026

    Hi all,

    A little update from me!

    I'm currently awaiting the results of a scan, and on the advice of my medical team, the Australian Dream Run has been pushed back to the cooler months of mid-next year. In the meantime, preparations are underway to run the length of New Zealand, Cape Reinga to Bluff, where I'll also be attempting to break the world record.

    Simulation 5 would not have been possible without the support of so many incredible people, and I want to take a moment to acknowledge each of you.

    A heartfelt thank you to Rene and Mary for the amazing home-cooked meals, your generosity and care for Murray and me means more than words can say. To Nigel, for opening your home so we could heat up those meals. To Ngaroma, for your invaluable help with all things social media. To the wonderful Cholmondeley staff, and a very special shout-out to Reon for running an incredible 70km alongside me — what an absolute legend. To everyone who has joined the journey on foot, your support truly is everything.

    We are also incredibly grateful to all those who have donated to Cholmondeley. Every contribution makes a real difference to the tamariki and whānau they support, and we are truly thankful for each and every one of you.

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  • Injury update

      31 May 2026
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    Yesterday marked Day 2 of the simulation.

    It was meant to be another 130km day, but at 100km Murray and I made the call to pull the pin and get on top of some achilles pain that I felt at 88km.

    Since then, the pain has continued, and it’s clear it could be more than just a niggle. I’ll be getting an MRI scan to understand exactly what’s going on.

    I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t disappointed. But if this journey has taught me anything, it’s that sometimes the smartest thing you can do is listen to your body.

    A massive thank you to everyone who came out and ran alongside me over the last two days, donated to Cholmondeley Children's Centre, followed along, or simply sent a message of encouragement. The support has honestly been incredible and I’m so grateful for every one of you.

    We’ll get the Achilles sorted, learn what we can from this, and keep moving forward.

    Adapt or die. And here we are adapting!

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    • 31/05/2026 by NEXA SPORTS PERFORMANCE LT

      Life is not meant to be perfect. If it was, great big dream goals would be achieved easily.