Jake Brown is another member of the Melbourne Metropolitan Fire Brigade. He hoped his efforts on the run would change the mind of Senator Steve Fielding – a pretty tall order. He still has just under 300km to go to achieve this 
5 songs on your playlist
Run like hell – Pink Floyd
Running up that hill – Kate Bush
Running to stand still – U2
King of pain – The Police
Walk of life – Dire Straits
How do you psyche yourself up before a run?
Reading Born to Run by Christopher McDougall
How do you maintain focus while running?
I wear glasses
Cotton or Lycra?
Cotton for class – lycra for later…
What is a simple action that we can do now to address climate change?
Harass your local member of parliament
If you had the ability to change the world, what would be the first thing you’d do?
Add more trees and ethics
Who would be your ultimate running partner?
John Cleese… or Jennifer Love Hewitt
Powerade, Gatorade or Water?
Water, always.
What meal would you love to have ready for you at the end of the 6000km?
Tiramisu choc top
5 words to describe your reason to run
Because we need to change
What’s your best excuse of getting out of exercise?
Goosedown doona
Car, bike or public transport?
Foot
How has climate change affected you?
It makes me worry more
How do you cool down after a run?
Local watering hole – be it the Murray or the local hotel.
What will you miss while you’re away on the run?
Tiramisu choc-tops
Shoe size?
42, 43, um 9.5?
Any bad habits your team mates should be warned about?
Exotic flatulence
What place did you most enjoy visiting?
Mt Kosciuszko
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Happy running!