Kia ora! Vision Australia is trekking off to beautiful New Zealand and leading the charge is the organisation’s most well-known Kiwi, CEO Ron Hooton.
Funds raised on the 50km trek will support Vision Australia in continuing to make a difference for people who are blind or have low vision.
Ron is excited to introduce the stunning landscape surrounding the Queen Charlotte track to trekkers.
“We call it Godzone. It’s at the top of South-Island. The trek is a little hilly but the stunning scenery is worth every step,” Ron said.
Ron encourages people to start getting fit-ready by undertaking regular off-road walks of up to 15km.
“The trail will be uneven and very different to on-road walks. Hills are your friends. The more hills you can do the more amazing you’ll be on the track.”
Ron also promises an end of trek treat with a walking tour of his favourite city, Wellington.
You can listen to Vision Australia CEO, Ron Hooton, talking about the trek via the audio below.
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Journey into the pristine, fertile and luscious world of Marlborough Sounds Valley in New Zealand, as you trek one of the world's best-preserved wonders. All the funds you raise as part of the trek will enable Vision Australia to support people who are blind or have low vision to live the life they choose.
Trek for Vision 2024 New Zealand, takes place March 7-11 2024. For more information visit the Vision Australia website here.
Vision Australia Radio is a community radio network operating to address the information needs of people who are blind, have low vision or a print disability. Over 350,000 listeners access Vision Australia Radio monthly. The service is made possible by a team of 600 plus volunteers and a small team of dedicated staff. Operating costs are over $2 million yearly, your funds raised from this trek will support keeping Vision Australia Radio on-air, online and on podcast.