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Tom's Tent Time

By Tom Miles

And that's a wrap..........

Thanks for your love and support over the last 30 nights. 
Ted and I needed all of your moral, financial and physical support to get through. 
Let's continue to drive research for a world without Sanfilippo .
We can do it !!
 

What's going on here???

Arrived home from work today to find that Donna's having work done on the locks....... not sure what that means for my return to the house but she's told me not to worry - it's all sorted

Who left the light on?

It's been a real struggle to get to sleep over the last week or so. It's as if someone had left the light on but then it occurred to me..... the man in the moon had left the light on. Hopefully, as the 30 nights comes to a close, I'll get some good sleep. Wish me luck !!

Catching up on the news......

It's taken only 3 weeks of phone tag, but the paper delivery man has finally got it sorted and started delivering the paper to my tent so I can catch up on the news before heading out for the day. 

Old School camping tonight.................

Decided to break out the old tent and be a bit retro. No rain forecast so no need to dig a trench. Hopefully, a good nights sleep ahead.

It's good to have friends.............................

So, here we are at almost the halfway point of our adventure. The wind was up last night and rain's on the way but the support of a good team is essential. Here's my little buddy that keeps me company in the tent and reassures me in the dark. Thanks Ted for all you support !!

Breakfast loooks scrumptious !

Delighted to have breakfast delivered to the tent this morning. Using Great Aunt Hilda's Royal Doulton dinner set, this is what glamping is all about. Thanks Donna Craig and Rodney.

Ex Seaforth Rovers join in,,,,,,,,,,,,

I'm sleeping well thru the rain and wind. A big shout out to Ex Seaforth Rovers - Trevor W, Chris S, Peter C, Martin R, Cliff and Tracey P who joined me camping out. It's great to feel their love and support on my quest for 30 nights ! Pictures is Martin's swag in his backyard...... 

Some late night reading in the tent

It's 3 nights so far and all good in the tent......... the birds talking to each other are a bit of an issue first thing in the morning.... I've got a good book to keep me company...... a fellow Scout tells me of an East Coast low coming my way - so I hope the title of the book has nothing to do with my tent........

I'm ready to go..........

The tent's up - I spent the day hoping the rain would stay away and so far, all good. A cool 7 degrees predicted but I'm prepared. A highlight of my day was a video message with a song from Isla, Jude and Megs. Hopefully, my snoring keeps the bandicoots at bay. 

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Tom Miles

You are a true inspiration and make me get out of bed in the morning......

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Stephen Pollitt

Well done, Tom.

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The Greenows

Great adventure Tom. Even though you're not on Captain Asparagus duty Toby and Flynn have offered to 'check' on you at 3am :)

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Chris O’neill

Inspirational man: go Tom.

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Boycey

UTV!

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Andrew Catto

Go Tom

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David Burke

Hi Tom, a great effort!

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Mark O’connor

Good on you Tom

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Leo Abbruzzo

Well done Tom. Leo & Amanda

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Jim Baldwin

B.R.A.V.O.

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Michael Fridolfsson

Good luck!

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Gary And Jackie Giles

I'd be more worried about the wind inside the tent than outside!

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Toby Atkinson

Great idea Tom! The weather's been worse on Scouthike so I'm sure you'll be fine!

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Jules

Nice work Tom. Inspirational!

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Karen Callaghan

Peter said it is the most expensive camping he has ever done!

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Julie Neill

So good to get behind gorgeous Isla and Jude

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Leon Brilman

Go you good thing

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Neil Davison

Hi Tom keep up the good work I definitely would not sleep in a tent even one night

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Scott Douglas

Well done Tom….

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James Gibbins

Nice one Tom 👍

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Anonymous

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Kerrie & Anthony Craig

Great stuff Tom

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Harry

Great work Tom!

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Robert Da Silva

Big One Tombo, you are my mentor.

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Adrienne Miles

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Tick Donnell

Well done Tom, keep up the good work

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Peter Davis

I assume it was Donna’s idea. Who gets Rodney?

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A Davidson

Well done Tom.

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Donna Craig

I'll be counting the days!

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The Newsons

On ya Tom!

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Adrian Bull

Very admirable Tom. But 50 years of scouting gives you a big advantage. Well done!!

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Michael Anthony Sestanovich

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Graeme Lee

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Colin Parker

We are thinking of Donna - keep the snoring down.

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Scott Greuter

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Mary

Great work #1 Dad

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Jon Phillips

Sounds intents Tom!! Good on ya. Here’s hoping the weather is kind to you for the next month.

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Tan And Hammo

Love you - crazy man. Well done!

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Chris & Julie

Good work Tom - Keep it up!

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Carol La Torraca

👍🙏

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Dean & Karen

You're not there to make friends !

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Jeff Keating

Good luck Ton I believe there will be an East Coast low developing over Balgowlah in the next few days .its meant to stay for 2 weeks What a great innovative best of luck JK

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Nadine Phipps

All the best Tom - hopefully the weather holds out for you!

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Colin King

Well done you idiot

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Caleb Leary

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Janice

Love those sox Tom!!!!

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Helen Oberg

Champion effort Tom!

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Liss Sinclair

Happy Birthday Tom - you always know how to celebrate in style!

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Ashley Eichmann

Well done Tom. Just hope you're not too cold living in a tent for a month.

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Andrew Thwaites

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Emma Reid

Good luck Tom

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Family Blankenstein

Good luck Tom!

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Thorne Family

Good luck under canvas Tom.

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Sandra Walker

goodonyoutom

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Lesley Withey

good on ya Tom...sleep tight and comfy Les

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Denise Ward

I heard you were doing this in the belief that September was the driest month. I read this story and immediately thought of you: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2021-08-27/spring-weather-outlook/100410894

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Anonymous

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The Cowie Family

Great work Tom! Enjoy the backyard adventure.

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Justine

Go you good thing!

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Sophie Pollitt

Love your style! xoxoxo

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Karen Menzies

Keep up the great work Tom. Enjoy the outdoors.

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Ellen Miller

Good’n Tom. 🤗☘️

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Anonymous

How much is Donna paying to get some sleep?

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Martin Roberts

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Linda Batchelor

Good on you Tom!

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Carmel Howard

I think you should stay there for longer

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Pat Williams

Great effort Tom. BRAVO

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Peter Watson

You rock! Well done for a good cause.

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Anonymous

Great work Tom

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Kim Riordan

Love your work, Tom !

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Katherine Roberts

Camping for a cause! Good luck with the fundraising, Tom.

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David Oneill

Good work Tommy Cheers Stiffy

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Anna Gallo

You're amazing Tom!

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Matt Brownlie

Go you good thing

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Kathy

Wishing you many balmy nights.

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Russell

Great work Tom!

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Belinda Wilson

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Claudia

Good on you Tom! Good luck

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Nelly Mcgrath

Your a legend Tom! And not a bad neighbour either 😂😂😂 Always inspired by your care for people & your community!

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Dominic Catherin

Great stuff Tom

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Katrina

Looking forward to hearing about your garden adventures!

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Di & Max Turnbull

Does that tent have a fridge Tom??

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Deborah Dickson-smith

Good on you Tom!

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Family Petring

Good on you Tom … following in your father’s footsteps as an awesome person, always doing your best for others. Hopefully you have some lovely balmy nights 🤗

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Phillip Donald

Great work Tom, cool days , cooler nights, just like Scouthike. living the dream..

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Mal Fisher

You are a diamond geezer.

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David Buchanan

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Belinda Tuckey

Good luck Tom

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Barbara Pattinson

There’s certainly no stopping you Tom! Congratulations

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Sue Veldre

Go Tom!

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Schoolshoesbob

You've hit the big time !! The Beat goes on. 🔃

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Ian Donald

Well done Tom, so intense

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Terry Gatward

Great effort - both of you!

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Kon

Congrats Tom. What a great cause.

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Kerry Griifiths

Good job Tom

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Pamela Nicholson

Well done

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Tim Seeney

Everyone’s a winner eh Donna!! ✌🏽

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Jason Ree

Pull my finger

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Kiri Backhouse

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Leone O’’grady

Dib dib dib and we will all dob dob dob

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Steve And Trish Byrne

Fantastic job Tom! You really are a beautiful person. Mops

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Greg Halpin

I’m worried about the long socks

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Wayne Pashley

You’re exceptional Tom!

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Catherine Wiltshire

Good luck with those cold nights! Great cause and a great way to ease those camping blues :)

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Lyndall

Hey Tom, good luck for a great cause. Hope the rain stays at bay but then again it could make for a good story!

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Anonymous

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Livio Kriletic

Great cause Tom!

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Ed Sawkins

You are mad :) But great job!

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Tony White

Good on you.

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David O'bryen

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Pete Mcgee

If your tent collapses one night Tom, it wasn’t me!

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Siobhan Whelan

Well done Tom.

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Jackson &ben Lehmann

You’re a good bloke Tommy. 😎

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John Sestanovich

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Anonymous

Good on you Tom.

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Sue And Leigh Osborne

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Kellers At Terrey Hills

If your camping for 30 days where are your badges? (see utube 'stinking badges' )

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Cindy Ross

Happy camping Tom.

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Craig Jay

Good on ya Tom ! Hope the bats, possums and bandicoots let you GET to sleep, and the magpies and kookas let you STAY asleep till breakfast ;)

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Anonymous

Go Tom!

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Deb Mason

There are easier ways to isolate Tom!

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Louise Roberts

Good on you Tom.

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Anonymous

This weekend may test your waterproofing....and your sanity with that book :-)

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Sally Whearty

Wow Tom, awesome effort! Stay warmx

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Col Stocks

Love your work Tom Stocksy.

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Margie Barstow

Go Tom - I can send you goodies to help with the cold tent nights 🤗

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Peter Juchau

Well done Tom

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Jo Tysoe

It's a devastating illness and really important cause. Good luck.

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Karen Bartlett

This is child's play for you my friend. Well done, and all the best xx

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Oliver M

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Bronwyn Pullinger

Hope the weather is kind to you

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Debbie Johnson

Good on you Tom, can't wait to read your blog and how you are going!

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Tracey Ward

Go Tom! May the rains stay away, sleep soundly in your tent, I hope the birds sing you good morning and the refreshments are plentiful!

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Natalie Watson

Well done and best of luck Tom. Great cause.

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Tracey Bennett

Such a great cause, must be cold out tonight Tom, rug up! Great work !

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Trevor Watson

Onya Tom, closer to glamping I'd say!

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Amy Budden

good on you Tom!!! hope it's not too cold.

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Anonymous

Onya Tom!

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Catherine Taylor

Go Tom! Enjoy your last nights in the great outdoors. Catherine x.

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John Drew

Great work Tom

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Jonathan Wood

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Julie Sutherland

Well done Tom!

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Robert Perillo

Stay warm Buddy

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Tyler Birch

Happy Birthday Tommy, dib dib dib dob dob dob

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Jon Wood

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Ricki Shires

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Ben Zalai

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Zoe Pollitt

Well done Tom what wild month you’ve had! Hopefully Donna let’s you back inside

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Marilinda Winter

Amazing effort Tom for a worthy cause.

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Mairi Baker

Happy camping Tom

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Janine Weiss

Good Luck Tom, such a great cause!

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Pia Anderson

Keep yourself warm and dry Tom! Thank you for the opportunity to contribute and support Al and his family's cause, one close to my heart.

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Caroline Psaltis

Good on you for doing this Tom

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Pip Birkett

Keep up the wonderful work you do. Love Pip

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Leah Fisher - Dsl - Kuringgai Scouts

Tom I reckon this is a fantastic activity to shine the light on a really important topic. Well done.

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Matthew Davis

Because Peter lost your members card and blamed it on me

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Paula

Tom Always putting yourself out there for others! Is there if I get to $10000 I’ll do another 30? Enjoy those last few nights

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Pamela Martin

Was this Donna's idea?

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Sean Castleman

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Pamela

You made it!

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Whyman Investments P/l

Nice one Tom

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Nicole Jackson

What a great fundraising idea Tom! Good job and good luck!

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Kate Thomas

Well done Tom!

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Lewis Russell