Today the team awoke to the most beautiful sunrise in Bicheno ...
... and after a swim in the sea we are ready to start our relay run!
The men's team were allowed to depart from their overnight accommodation – the old Bicheno Gaol!
First stop for both teams this morning was the famous Bicheno Blowhole ...
Today was a Sunday run day – no planned meetings, just a chance to settle into the rhythm of the journey with the Peace Torch. It was a moment to slow down, to truly take in the beauty of the landscape, and to feel the spirit and soul of the region.
With a gentler pace and longer stops, we had the opportunity to reflect, appreciate, and be humbled by the path we’re privileged to walk. Each step with the Peace Torch is a step in honour of peace, connection, and purpose.
The men’s team ran about 80km along amazing beaches, through spectacular forests and up some serious hills.
Along the way, so many people pulled over to speak with us, to hold the Torch, and to share their hopes and dreams for a more peaceful world.
This lovely couple saw us looking for water by their house and they generously filled all our water bottles!
Gary and Mega happily hold the Torch, after feeding the horses.
Sarah Pigott saw Rupasi running and gave her two mandarins with a most beautiful smile and encouragement.
This lady wishes good luck and safe running to Roxana, as the Torch passes by her house.
Little Ali sees the Torch passing by and has lots of questions for the runner.
These children wanted to hold the Peace Torch and have a photo taken which they could show at school the next day.
Two tourists who were thrilled to encounter the Peace Torch in their travels.
This lovely lady approached us on the road as we were finishing our last few miles of the day. After a brief conversation we discovered that her name is Janet Gatehouse, the Mayor of Sorell, Tasmania. The Mayor was very humble and kind and generously cheered us in our Peace Run journey.
Our day's (running) task is complete. The Peace Torch has arrived in Hobart at Bellerive Primary School, which will be our starting point for tomorrow morning.
While reaching our accommodation for the night we admire the gorgeous landscapes enhanced by the light of the sun setting down.
Much gratitude to Annurpana restaurant for kindly cooking dinner for the team tonight.
After a long day of running it was quite a treat to have a meal waiting for us as we arrived into Hobart.
After picking up dinner, the women’s team arrived to the Argyle Accommodation who offered the team discounted cost for tonight.
We could all have dinner in the shared lounge area before retiring to our dorms for an early night to get ready to see the sunrise in Hobart in the morning.
