The ambulance was called and due to the difficult "lift" to the roadway further help was needed.

Within a short time an SES team arrived along with two police officers. Subsequently I was admitted to Shellharbour Hospital.

Following an operation in Sydney on Monday, I am now on the way to recovery.

I must add that our walking group, including some medical people, all contributed to a final (if painful) conclusion.

My sincere thanks to the Ambos, SES, Police and of course the hospital staff.

I'll complete the walk ... not any time soon.

John McLean

Castle Cove