How we walked 1200km

March 2026

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March 2026

Esther clocked up 2400km
From local urban walks to classic New Zealand tramps and international trails, one group of walkers reflects on their first Walk1200km challenge. I was invited to join the Walk1200km challenge by my friend Esther, a fit Gen Z lass, and her mum Jane. We decided to measure our walks any way we liked and share […]

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