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The majestic expanse of Lake Cullulleraine provided a wonderful opportunity for a few moments of peaceful reflection before we commenced our journey this morning.
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Creative drying techniques come in very handy when on the Peace Run. Here we see Sascha's shirt hanging underneath Orion's Belt
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Our wonderful coordinator and captain, Ivan Marek; always cheerful, never flustered - a real stalwart of the Australian Peace Run team.
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Team member Grahak Cunningham manages a smile despite a buffeting head wind and dusty conditions. Grahak is a four-time finisher of the Self-Transcendence 3100 Mile Race.
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Sascha from Moscow doesn't speak a lot of english but his tireless enthusiasm more than makes up for it.
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Mayor Neil Martinson of Renmark Paringa Council welcomed us to Renmark Primary School. Mayoral robes always make for a great photo! Thank you Neil!
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It is hard not be optimistic for the future of our country and the world at large when you spend time with such happy and sincere children
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Renmark Primary will plant a Peace Tree and install this plaque in the coming weeks to commemorate the visit of the Peace Run
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Kathryn & Sharon from RECOCHEM donated all the torch fuel for the Peace Run. Thank you very much - our torches have been burning beautifully!
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Local Peace Run Supporter Anne from Ventura Motel once again donated accommodation for some of our team members. Thank you Anne!
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Riverfront Holiday Park must be truly one of the best holiday parks in Australia. Thank you so much for providing such a delightful cabin.