The Kokoda Challenge

The Kokoda Challenge The Kokoda Challenge is Australia's toughest team endurance event that raises funds for Aussie kids

Established in 2004, Kokoda Youth Foundation supports young Australians, inspiring them to do extraordinary things. We challenge their deeply held beliefs, allowing them to explore their limits and abilities, and provide them with opportunities for personal growth. Central to Kokoda Youth Foundation is the Spirit of Kokoda, embodying courage, endurance, mateship and sacrifice. These principles tak

e their origin from Australian soldiers who fought on the Kokoda Track in Papua New Guinea during WWII. Still relevant today, KYF has developed programs designed to reignite these timeless values in the younger generation. Transforming the lives of hundreds of 12 to 17 year olds each year, Kokoda Youth Foundation has an inevitable impact on families, schools and entire communities. Embedded in each program, such as the Kokoda Challenge Youth Program (KCYP), is the philosophy that choices matter - and the effort you apply to each endeavour has a direct correlation to your success and fulfilment in life. KYF relies on fundraising, volunteer support, sponsorship and government funding. The bulk of our funding comes from fundraising efforts, particularly from The Kokoda Challenge, the 96 kilometre event held at the Gold Coast each year. Our competitors support Kokoda Youth Foundation, supporting young Australians.

BRISBANE: YOUR PHOTOS ARE LIVE 🚨Relive the weekend and find your teams photos here: https://kyf.promo/4edjXzP tag us in ...
17/06/2026

BRISBANE: YOUR PHOTOS ARE LIVE 🚨

Relive the weekend and find your teams photos here: https://kyf.promo/4edjXzP tag us in them, we'd love to see how you went!

Gold Coast 30km is officially SOLD OUT 👀🌄Our 30km has reached max capacity! It's still not too late to join our longer d...
16/06/2026

Gold Coast 30km is officially SOLD OUT 👀🌄

Our 30km has reached max capacity! It's still not too late to join our longer distances! We have limited spots remaining for the 48km and 96km. If you’ve been thinking about it, this is your sign. Don't wait until it's too late, we are almost fully sold out across all distances for the Gold Coast, our biggest event of the year!

Head to our website to join the fun and register now before it’s too late. 🏃🚨

13/06/2026

WHAT’S YOUR WHY 📢

Each Kokoda Challenger has their own personal “why” which keeps them pushing through the tough moments out on the track 🥾

This morning in Brisbane, we asked our challengers to share what brought them here today and why they chose to take on today’s challenge.

13/06/2026

Start line scenes from this morning’s SOLD-OUT Brisbane Kokoda Challenge, taking the baton as leg two in our epic 2026 Kokoda Challenge event series 🔥

Our 18km, 30km & 48km teams kicked us off with a bang, setting off on the ULTIMATE challenge in support of our young people 🥁

Brisbane, it's go time! Pre-registration is officially OPEN 🔥Come down to Brookfield Hall from now until 6pm, say hello ...
12/06/2026

Brisbane, it's go time! Pre-registration is officially OPEN 🔥

Come down to Brookfield Hall from now until 6pm, say hello to our amazing team and pick up your teams registration pack to get prepared for tomorrow! You'll also receive your participant exclusive, FREE 2026 Kokoda Challenge shirt... These are not available for purchase 👀

If you can't attend today- no worries! Registration will be open tomorrow from 6am onward tomorrow.

Are you ready to bring the heat Brisbane? 🏃🚧

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS ❤️It takes a village to deliver an event like the Kokoda Challenge.While our participants are ...
10/06/2026

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS ❤️
It takes a village to deliver an event like the Kokoda Challenge.

While our participants are the ones out on the track, every Kokoda Challenge is made possible by a generous network who help us create a better experience, recognise outstanding achievements and ultimately raise more funds for our young people.

A huge thank you to our event sponsors and supporters who continue to go above and beyond for our community:

🍬 Ezy Kandy: Thank you for keeping our teams fuelled with lollies at checkpoints throughout the course. If you spot an Ezy Kandy store, make sure you pop in, say hey and thank them for supporting our Kokoda community!
📸 SOKImages: For generously volunteering your time at EVERY Kokoda Challenge event and capturing the moments that make these weekends so special, all at no cost to the organisation. If you see a photo you love, please consider purchasing it and supporting Steve.
💧 The Spring Waterman: For more than 20 years, you've helped keep our participants hydrated; providing water free of charge both on the track and throughout the event village.
🏉 Brisbane Broncos! Gifting x4 tickets to the Warriors vs Broncos game this August for our highest fundraising team. Great way to celebrate the impact they've made, alongside the achievement of completing Australia's TOUGHEST endurance event.
📷 Verve Portraits: Thank you for generously donating x2 photography packages to help recognise some of our standout competitors and fundraisers. Your support helps us celebrate the people who keep our foundation moving.

To all of our sponsors and supporters, thank you for helping us elevate the experience, recognise extraordinary efforts and support the work we do with young people through the Kokoda Youth Foundation.

We're set. Bring on Saturday. Let's gooooooooo!
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BRISBANE FAQ'S 🏃Quick info drop on this weekend! Only one member of your team has to pick up your teams race bib pack at...
09/06/2026

BRISBANE FAQ'S 🏃
Quick info drop on this weekend! Only one member of your team has to pick up your teams race bib pack at registration but no stress- you do not need to book a time to attend! Just show up with your teams information and we can get it sorted.

Teams do not need to register their support crew, there will be a support crew briefing at the start line after the 48km'ers have departed on their Kokoda Challenge. Join us if you have any burning questions!

PARTICIPANT INFO HAS BEEN SENT OUT VIA EMAIL ➡️📥 check your inbox!
See you this weekend Brisbane 💥

BRISBANE, YOU’RE UP NEXT WEEK- and your fundraising could have you heading to the Broncos vs Warriors 🏉🔥The highest fund...
02/06/2026

BRISBANE, YOU’RE UP NEXT WEEK- and your fundraising could have you heading to the Broncos vs Warriors 🏉🔥

The highest fundraiser for our Brisbane Kokoda Challenge will win tickets to the game, with the winner announced live on stage at the event on Saturday morning! You still have 11 days to get your last minute donations in!

We have a raffle happening next weekend too, get excited! There are more prizes to come 👀

🚨 BRISBANE IS OFFICIALLY SOLD OUT 🚨Registrations for Brisbane are now CLOSED. Missed out? Gold Coast is quickly filling ...
01/06/2026

🚨 BRISBANE IS OFFICIALLY SOLD OUT 🚨
Registrations for Brisbane are now CLOSED. Missed out? Gold Coast is quickly filling up- we have limited spots before Gold Coast registration closes too. Head to our website to secure your spot before it really is too late!

To everyone taking on the challenge next week, we can’t wait to see you on the start line. The countdown is officially on 👣 Participant and event information for Brisbane will sent out this week, keep an eye on your inboxes!

Who’s ready for next week?! We can't wait 🤫

⏰ TWO WEEKS TO GO until the SOLD OUT Brisbane Kokoda Challenge!Now’s the time to make sure you + your team are ready to ...
30/05/2026

⏰ TWO WEEKS TO GO until the SOLD OUT Brisbane Kokoda Challenge!

Now’s the time to make sure you + your team are ready to hit the trails!
✅ Fundraising is up to date
✅ Your gear is sorted
✅ You’ve trialled your snacks + hydration

The countdown is officially on and we can’t wait to see you at the start line🔥 need more info? Head to our website and check out your handbooks for more!

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Gold Coast, QLD
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Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

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