Queensland adventurer James McAlloon to attempt Antarctic expedition
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Queensland adventurer James McAlloon to attempt Antarctic expedition

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On an average weekend on Queensland's balmy Sunshine Coast, you might spot James McAlloon striding along the beach, dragging a car tyre tethered to his waist. "It's eerie to have so much daylight," Mr McAlloon says. "It's really about minimising what you're doing because you're using so many calories that basically you want to be skiing, eating and sleeping as much as possible," Mr McAlloon says. "Due to unforeseen personal reasons and balance with the heavy commitment required, Henk was no longer able to continue," Mr McAlloon says. "This is one of the most unstudied parts of Antarctica because it's so remote," Mr McAlloon says.

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Pioneer Antarctic explorer Douglas Mawson's return marked 100 years on
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Exploring Antarctica › Science Features (ABC Science)
16 years ago

Exploring Antarctica › Science Features (ABC Science)

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