Day 10 | Katherine, NT > Darwin, NT | KM 4514
Made it to the Northernmost point

By early afternoon, after yet another pre-dawn start, Lachy rolled into Darwin—the northernmost point on his route around Australia. After a dip in the ocean and a hearty lunch, he was feeling rejuvenated, even if there was still much road ahead.

For the first time in days, Lachy experienced a change in his surroundings. The dry, endless stretches of road gave way to something more lush and alive. As he edged closer to the coast, the landscape transformed—tropical humidity replaced the arid heat, and the vegetation thickened.

He's planning on another big push tomorrow and is already on the road as we write this update (1am local time). Go Lachy!

Day 9 | Renner Springs Desert Inn, NT > Katherine, NT | KM 4200
Tough day in the outback...

Lachy had a tough night. He woke up drenched in sweat, experiencing what he described as "growing pains" in his legs. After forcing down some breakfast, he set out, but couldn't keep the meal down.

Despite the discomfort, Lachy pushed through the morning. By lunchtime, after a break with the crew, his body began to recover, and he decided to keep going—ultimately logging another 500-kilometer day.

The heat has been relentless over the past few days, and the crew's primary task was keeping him cool. Fortunately, a small group of local cyclists joined him, offering some much-needed company all the way to Katherine, where he was greeted with a state-of-the-art ice bath.

Tomorrow, he heads toward the northernmost point of his journey—Darwin.

Day 8 | Camooweal, QLD > Renner Springs Desert Inn, NT | KM 3690
Quarter of the way there!

Lachy set off at 11:30 last night and had an incredible day on the bike, covering 580 kilometers on Day 8. He has now ridden over a quarter of the total distance of "The Lap," having completed the equivalent of the 2024 Tour de France—and more—in just eight days.

With the help of a strong tailwind on the long, straight stretches, Lachy managed to break the monotony by making a right turn that will take him toward Darwin, the northernmost point of his route.

Since departing from Port Macquarie eight days ago, Lachy has raised over $25,000 for the Indigenous Literacy Foundation. We've now raised our fundraising goal to $50,000. A huge thank you to everyone who has supported his journey so far! Head here to make a donation.

Day 7 | Cloncurry, QLD > Camooweal, QLD | KM 3107
"Rest" day

Yesterday was a "shorter" day on the bike for Lachlan, who "only" managed to cover 300 kilometers. After pushing the pace for the first six days, Lachy opted for a lighter day to give his body some much-needed rest.

However, it wasn’t all smooth sailing. The day started off a bit hectic, with Lachy having to bunny hop over a kangaroo. Fortunately, he was able to enjoy the scenery afterward. With little shelter from the sun, he had to pull out the sun sleeves to stay protected.

Thankfully, Lachy managed to relax with a swim in the campsite pool before calling it an early night. The early stop means an early start, as he's planning to hit the road again at 11:30 p.m. for a big push tomorrow.

Day 6 | Hughenden, QLD > Cloncurry, QLD | KM 2793
It's heating up.

Lachy is heading further and further inland and the heat is starting to become a factor. He started the day in flat pedals after struggling through some hotspots on his feet yesterday. The barren landscape and straight roads offered no shelter from the beating sun.

After a tough first couple of days, Lachy had contemplated taking an easier day to allow for his body to recover a little. But with favorable winds, and a flock of birds to keep him company, he decided to forge on, knocking out nearly 460 kilometers on day 6.

Tomorrow? More of the same most likely.

Day 5 | Gumlu, QLD > Hughenden, QLD | KM 2345
Heading west!

Lachy is headed west! After riding north along the pacific coast for over 2000 kilometers, he made the turn in Townsville which will take him deeper and deeper into the heart of Australia. 

The roads are getting straighter and the distance between towns is getting bigger. 

So far, Lachy has raised $21,000 for the Indigenous Literacy Foundation. If you want to learn more about the ILF and their work or make a donation you can head here.

Day 4 | Marlborough, QLD > Gumlu, QLD | KM 1870
A classic day 4

Another big day out on the bike for Lachy who ticked off nearly 500ks on day 4. His body was sore this morning, which made the first few hours of riding tough. But after a much needed breakfast break that the crew had set up for him, he was able to turn things around and made solid progress all day. Classic day 4 as Lachy would say.

On the plus side, he had a big tailwind pushing him along today and lots of stunning scenery to take his mind off his aching body.

Day 3 | Maryborough, QLD > Marlborough, QLD | KM 1393
Swooping magpies and big big skies.

Another benefit of early starts? The stars. Lachy set off around 2am local time and is finally out of the worst of the highway traffic. With the milky way lighting up the sky above him, he was able to make good progress on the quieter roads.

As he makes his way further and further away from the busy coastal cities, he's entering road train territory (Australia's infamous long trucks) and riding on roads that stretch out as far as the eyes can see.

One drawback of the quieter streets? The Aussie magpies. He's been dive bombed by the birds more times than he can count today. Let's hope they play nice tomorrow.

Thank you to everyone who has supported Lachy so far and donated to the Indigenous Literacy Fund. We've raised close to $17,000. Head here to make a donation.

Day 2 | Tweed Heads, NSW > Maryborough, QLD | KM 890
Traffic lights and sunrises

Lachy set off early again, hitting the road around 3:30 AM local time. Partly because he enjoys the early starts, but also to log some solid miles before traffic picks up on the Pacific Highway.

Slowed down by traffic lights in Brisbane, Lachy was eager to leave the city behind and return to the open countryside. Along the way, he’s been joined by several riders and has been loving all the support he's gotten from supporters cheering him on from the roadside.

Despite the heavy traffic, Lachy has taken advantage of the highways and maintained a strong pace as he heads north.

He called it a night early, stepping off the bike in Maryborough around 5pm after having ticked off just over 400 kilometers on day two. You know it, early start again tomorrow.

Day 1 | Port Macquarie, NSW > Tweet Heads, NSW | KM 486
He's off!

Fourteen thousand two hundred kilometers of open road and a full lap of Australia lie ahead. Lachy is off! He rolled out at 4 AM local time on a chilly morning in Port Macquarie, accompanied by a solid group of dot watchers.

After a quick stop to layer up, Lachy found his rhythm and began racking up the kilometers. He arrived at his hotel in Tweed Heads after dark, completing a strong 486 kilometers on day one, despite a tough headwind. Spirits are high, and we're excited to be on the road.

A big thank you to everyone who came out to support Lachy today, and a huge shoutout to all those who have already donated to the Indigenous Literacy Foundation.

Keep checking back here for more updates from Lachy and the crew on the ground.

Lachlan Morton is set to take on what might be his toughest ride yet: a record-breaking attempt to circumnavigate Australia. On September 5th, the Lachy will embark on a 14,201-kilometer journey around the continent that will push his limits like never before. The current record, set in 2011 by Dave Alley, stands at 37 days, 20 hours, and 45 minutes. To beat it, Morton will need to ride around 400 kilometers each day.

The journey will start and end in his hometown of Port Macquarie, New South Wales. The route will take him through some of the most remote and challenging terrains Australia has to offer. For the first time, Lachy will be attempting to break a record with a support crew behind him made up of friends and family traveling in a camper, ready to help with food, rest, and morale.

For Lachy, the ride is about reconnecting with his homeland. He will see parts of the country he’s never explored and to pay tribute to the tough, self-reliant spirit of the people who live there.

Lachlan is using this ride to raise awareness and funds for the Indigenous Literacy Foundation, an organization that provides books and literacy resources to children in Australia’s remote Indigenous communities. Access to reading material, especially in their native languages, is often limited in these areas, with the nearest library or bookstore hundreds of kilometers away. Every $10 AUD raised will put a book into the hands of a child. Click here to make a donation.

The ride is a journey into the heart of Australia. It’s about home, community, and the power of stories to change lives.

Find out more about the ride and the Indigenous Literacy Foundation here.