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What's New on this Website

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As changes are made to this website a short note will be left here to explain what's new.

May 2012
  • Updated a large number of pages with new content, hints and tips.
  • Added a Post Trek Dinner page.
  • Added more links to the Expeditions and Options page.
  • Added a page with Kokoda Badges to be used by you for bragging rights on complete your expedition.

April 2012
  • Reduced some clutter on the homepage.
  • Added a section with our NRE staff who manage the expeditions. See this page.
  • Domain name changed to www.noroadskokoda.com - but the old one works still though.
  • Added information sheets for stretching, flexibility and core stability in the fitness page.
  • Added a Safety page explaining why our expeditions are safe.
  • Updated the Fitness pages splitting them into three pages, Fitness Training, Training Walks, Adventure Fitness Program
  • Added a new Youtube video showcasing our weekend walk program on the fitness page.

March 2012
  • Split the Expedition Guides and Porters page into two pages now. Added new photos and videos.
  • Updated the details about the TrekTraka family map.
  • Update the admin page discussing Passports and Visas.
  • Various minor updates to many pages.
  • Updates to all the airfare and flights pages.
  • Updated the Master Gear Checklist in the Gear page

February 2012
  • Updated the expedition options page and created the About menu.
  • Updated all the page titles and meta tags (geeky website stuff)
  • Add many new blog articles
  • Added the Family and Friends TrekTraka map and a Help page for it.

January 2012
  • Changed the PNG VISA cost from AU $50 to $35 as it has changed.
  • Added an order form for the Kokoda Expedition memorabilia that you can purchase.
  • Changed the layout of some of the pages and added some info on front page to get started.
  • New sister website created called www.kokodatrack.info with links back to this website.
  • Added a link to the Insurance section of the No Roads website using the new logo.
  • Added a new header image to brand the website. I trust you like the new fresh design.
  • Added social media buttons to the right side margin and links to booking airfares and insurance.
  • Added Categories for the Kokoda news blog so you can find stories faster.
  • Added information about the GOTY awards and updated some Expedition Guide photos.

September 2011
  • Several new articles posted on the Kokoda Latest News blog.

August 2011
  • Added a Virtual Kokoda Track section.
  • Update the Up for More Adventures page with extra adventures.

July 2011
  • Updated the page on water bladders.

June 2011
  • Minor edits throughout pages. Blog entries. Some new photos on some pages.

May 2011
  • Updated the Meals and Snacks pages to better reflect the snack pack.
  • Added a new trek diary from Michael Webster.
  • Added a page to capture Trekker Diaries and Stories for those people who wish to offer them to others to read.

April 2011
  • Added social media sharing tool to many important pages to help share the information further.
  • Added new information about the conditions and pay for our wonderful Kokoda Porters.
  • Added a page about how to Pack for Travel providing hints and tips.
  • Added a Privacy Policy and Website Terms of Use page.
  • Added an RSS feed for the Trekkers Forum in the RSS feeds page.
  • Added a Google based search tool so you can find things on this website easier.
  • Added a What Will I See? page to the On the Track section highlighting some of the key locations and sites visited during the expedition.
  • Updated the postal address for the NRE Office on the contacts page.

March 2011
  • Added a RSS Feeds Page to the Community tab. 
  • Added a RSS feed of the Kokoda Trekkers Portal - Latest News from the Track to the Forums
    If you want to monitor the RSS feed yourself: http://www.noroadskokodainfo.com.au/1/feed
  • Added a new Kokoda Trekkers Discussion Forum under the Community menu. 
  • Password removed from all secured pages. Now open for everyone.
  • Added information about insect repellent.
  • Updated the Master Checklist into a new easier to use format.

February 2011
  • Added a Help page covering the website.
  • Added a new page for other expeditions to try once you have completed Kokoda.
  • Added information about insect repellent and sunscreen in the Trekking Equipment page.
  • Release of the website to the NRE Kokoda trekking community.
  • Added the "Remember your Trek" page including items to purchase.
  • Release of the website to the NRE Kokoda expedition guides for comment and suggestions.

January 2011
  • Redesigned the layout and welcome pages to allow visitors to see what the website offers.
  • Proof reading and suggestions by Gillian Essex (Kokoda Trek - July 2010).

December 2010
  • Creation of initial version of this website by Justin Kibell.



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