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Safety is Australian Kokoda Tours number one priority!With a 100% success rate, leading trekkers safely across the Kokoda Trail is a major responsibility which we take extremely seriously. We therefore have a team of highly professional & experienced guides. They are all expert in the wartime history, knowledgeable and passionate about the history of the Kokoda Campaign. They have detailed knowledge of the tactics used by both the Japanese and the Australian forces and they also know the personal stories of many who fought and died along the Track. They are all, qualified in advanced First Aid, have a detailed understanding of the procedures for conducting emergency evacuations and a strong bond with the New Guinea people along the trail. LEADERSMick O’Malley
With the same dedication, focus and enthusiasm he displayed as a distinguished eight year professional, Mick is helping others achieve their goals and walk in the footsteps of hero’s.
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Mick has been leading expeditions across the Kokoda Trail for the past 5 years and is a keen student of the Kokoda campaign. Mick is a former 2 time Victorian, 3 time Australian and Commonwealth super featherweight boxing champion. His impressive record is staggering when you take into account he broke his left hand twice and his right hand nine times. He was able to overcome all this on his way to a world ranking of number three and he was the first Australian in 24 years to win a Commonwealth title on foreign soil as well as the first Australian ever to win two national titles in the same year. 
Justin is driven to assist his clients and continue to build lasting relationships. Having worked for such companies as the AFL and Quiksilver, Justin has a fantastic network of professionals which are both clients and friends. He has a reputation as a hard worker, but believes work should be fun and says taking calculated risks is something he enjoys. He has a great ability to distill a problem and provide a solution in a way people can relate to. Justin has experienced many sporting achievements including the Kokoda Track, JLW Finisher, Football Coach & Player and is still involved in football with TAC Cup and VFL sides at North Ballarat. You will find Justin has a relaxed approach to life but always has a focus on results, a positive attitude and building lasting relationships. Justin has a personal aim to make sure his clients enjoy trekking the Kokoda track and learn about the history along the journey.
Darren is a current serving Police/Emergency Services officer and has been for over 20 years. He has extensively travelled throughout Europe, Asia and the majority of Australia, completed walks in areas such as The Grampians, Otway’s, Great Ocean Walk and Victorian High Country. He has a passion for the natural environment and outdoors, health and fitness and adventure travelling. He has a particular passion for the Kokoda Track because it's a great mental and physical challenge, it's uniquely Australian and is a significant chapter in shaping our nation's history. “It's an honour to walk in the footsteps of the men who fought on the track and sacrificed so much and to share that experience with people from all walks of life as they challenge themselves and test their limits”. He prides himself on being part of the 'Kokoda Community' and contributing of the Victoria police Force and is a sergeant in the Geelong branch and as a result of his background, he has a passion for military history. He has completed 16 treks across the Kokoda Trail and has a passion is to share the military history of our nation and to help build strong bonds with the PNG people.