The plan has been revised & modified to take into account the changed circumstances with the boat. It has been decided that the boat is not capable of continuing the voyage in its present condition. The possibility of further breakdowns in foreign waters is too risky. Language, availability of spares, qualified tradesman, local practises & cost where considered & weighed heavily in our decision.

But despite engine breakdowns, storms & adverse weather so far, the team continues to meet all obligations, arranged for more than 6 months, so we do not disappoint any person or group (RSL, Councils, Rotary or Lions) & to keep faith with our beneficiary Legacy. All legs, activities, events, receptions & fund raising activities for NSW & Queensland have been honoured.

As you are aware the original operation in 1943 had breakdowns, a replaced engine & poor support for most of the journey & yet has become the benchmark of military operations in planning, execution & success. I believe what matters are not the setbacks we encounter but how we cope with them & continue on to achieve our objectives…this project is continuing & will be completed. The team is grateful far the support you have provided & the sector named after Australian Geographic is still logged as promised.

I hope, now you understand that this tribute to the men of Operation Jaywick…this Pilgrimage for Peace project is proceeding & will still achieve more than 80% of its stated objectives…you will continue to have faith in us.