Wycheproof King of the Mountain
Jade BENHAM (Mildura) (10:19): I rise once again like the world’s smallest mountain, Mount Wycheproof, to congratulate Rory and his committee on another exceptional King of the Mountain event. This is Australia’s toughest foot race, and I can tell you that from my own experience. It is just 1 kilometre in distance with a 42-metre incline, and it is brutal. The kings carry 60 kilos of wheat and wool on their backs while we queens carry 20. The town doubles in size for this one day in September, and it is just fantastic. Although I finished in the top 10 this year, I am certainly not committing to next year or any further events. Well done to Rory and your committee.