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Competitors from across Australia and New Zealand tackled rainforest trails, mountain bike tracks and coastal waters as the Amazon Adventure Race returned to Mission Beach, challenging women to push beyond their limits over three demanding days.
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ain-soaked rainforests, rough seas, mountain trails and endless kilometres tested the grit of competitors as the Amazon Adventure Race returned to Mission Beach for its second year. Over three demanding days, 25 all-female teams from across Australia and New Zealand tackled an unforgiving course through the Cassowary Coast, navigating by map and compass as they
hiked, paddled and mountain biked across some of the region’s most spectacular and challenging landscapes. For many competitors, including Mission Beach locals Angela Olsen and Elizabeth Stavreski, it was their first taste of adventure racing. Despite being pushed well beyond their comfort zones, crossing the finish line became a triumph they will never forget.
Race directors Jan Leverton and Kim Beckinsale say the event is about far more than competition, creating an environment where women can challenge themselves, build confidence and discover what they’re truly capable of. Turn to page 11 to read how competitors battled the elements, embraced the adventure and proved that determination is stronger than any obstacle!
MEET SUSAN KELLY, DIGITAL SUPPORT OF CASSOWARY COAST BUSINESS WOMEN’S NETWORK read on page 8
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