Pair on right track to remember
DANIEL Morcombe’s brothers will today leave for Papua New Guinea to take their boldest steps towards becoming child safety champions.
Until now, Daniel’s twin, Bradley, 29, and older brother Dean, 31, have been content to offer quiet support, letting parents Bruce and Denise drive the foundation that has become their sibling’s legacy.
However, over the next few weeks, Bradley and Dean will take their commitment to new heights, trudging the rugged 96km Kokoda Track to raise funds for the foundation’s free counselling service for young victims of crime.
For Bruce and Denise, it will be the proudest of moments as their boys show just how far they are willing to go to honour their brother and protect vulnerable children.
The Morcombe brothers have been training for months, walking up to 10km a day to prepare their bodies and minds for the gruelling challenge.
Dean is the only participant to decline a porter, and he said he was determined to carry his 18-20kg pack throughout the eight-day adventure.
“It will be great to tackle the walk with Brad by my side, and we will have Daniel in our thoughts.’’
Bradley said he was taking along a treasured photo of Daniel to give him added inspiration. “We have been told there will be some tough days where you are going uphill all day,’’ he said.
The brothers have so far raised $15,000 and hope more will roll in.
To help, go to danielmorcombe.com.au