Teenager's 660km run along the Gibb River Road an 'unreal' experience
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- A 16-year-old from Capel in Western Australia has completed a 660km run along the Gibb River Road in the state's far north. Lochlan Gilbert ran about 50km a day over 14 days, starting early and resting in the midday heat.
- He suffered suspected stress fractures and heat stroke along the way. He crossed the finish line where the road meets the Derby Highway, having raised more than $23,000 for homelessness.
- He returned to high school after the run.
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