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The Kokoda Challenge

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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 take 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.

20/10/2026

2027…

16/10/2026

Exciting announcements are on the way... 👀
In the meantime, we have some new staff members scoping out the area 😆

KOKODA CHALLENGE 2027 IS COMING 🌱🏃⛰️

17/09/2026

“An object in motion stays in motion unless acted upon by an external force.”

Sometimes that external force isn't a physical obstacle, but your own frame of mind. Motion is motion, regardless of how fast, or far it is.

14/09/2026

Kokoda Challenge was born from an idea and a need to raise funds for our youth program. No idea starts off perfect, it takes a team, effort, refinement and trying again to achieve Australia's Toughest Team Endurance Event. Good things definitely take time.

We have had some participants with us from the beginning, who are still competing or volunteering with us now...

Decades of evolution, but the essence of the Kokoda Challenge remains the same, raising funds for young people, breaking mental barriers and proving to people they are more capable than they realise.

28/08/2026

Beyond your water bladders and your snacks, what else should you be packing in your hiking bag?

We've shared our must-haves we pack in our hiking bag, no matter how long the trek is! What are you putting in your bag when you're hitting the trails? We'd love to know 👇

27/08/2026

Okay so maybe there was a few hills…. And a creek crossing or two 😅🥾🌊 and some shoes that needed to be cleaned by the end of the hike….

20/08/2026

Events season for 2026 has come to a close… but training hasn’t ended there 🥾🌱 we’re still out on the trails. Whether it’s for fitness or your mental health, get out and enjoy the fresh air!

18/08/2026

Wondering what to pack for fuel for your next hike? 🥾 We’ve put together some of our fuel suggestions to keep you energised! What's your favourite fuel option? Let us know below...

14/08/2026

Trying to keep the thought train going… & hopefully all of our ankles 🧘🏽‍♀️🥾🌱

11/08/2026

Maybe the reset you’ve been looking for isn’t another weekend away, another new routine or another hour on your phone 🌄

Kokoda Challenge is posing you a challenge for this month, inspired by our Digital Detox Program- we encourage you to find some time offline and outside! 🌱

Address

1/26 Newheath Drive, Arundel
Gold Coast, QLD
4214

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 4pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 4pm

Website

http://www.kokodachallenge.com/

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