Encore: My year circumnavigating Australia on a surf ski
Published: April 28, 2026
Duration: 52:00
Bonnie Hancock got the idea to paddle around Australia after she stumbled on a book in her local library, the wild adventure ended being a gruelling 12,700 kilometre journey took almost a year to complete.
Along the way, Bonnie met sharks, crocodiles, and sea snakes, she battled unrelenting seasickness and some serious storms. She also met some fascinating characters and saw the whole of Australia from a very unique vantage point.
Further information
The Girl Who Touched The Stars is published by HarperCollinsThis episode was first broadcast in 2024
The producer was Meggie M...