still in aus

Hi

I've managed to find internet for a few minutes so tohught i'd drop by to update you. Mum and Dad have been doing agrand job but put the wrong sat phone number! So unless you want to message the Kiwi boat use this one instead 881631670766. I've changed it below. More news from Aus and it's expected that we will leave in the early hours on Sat morning ie 0300 Aus time (2000 GMT). The storm coming in is pretty big and of the local fishing boats are returning to harbour before tonight. 2 crews are back so far-Mick one of the solo guys had rudder and steering issues so has come back and is hoping to sort them out in time to leave again with us. He has been disqualified from the race but is determined to complete the crossing anyway. Roger and Tom from Dream It Do It were flown back yesterday after Roger broke some ribs whilst falling on desk. They were hit by a huge wave and he was thrown onto the side. Also news this morning that the Aussie crew who were leading are being towed back due to a leak. It just shows how tough this race is. Everyone else is doing really well though and are past the Abrolhos Islands and heading away from the strong currents around Aus. Really can't wait to get started now and it's just frustrating sitting back here. Lots to do still to get the boat ready (packing the food is taking forever and no idea how it's all going to fit in!).
Hopefully the next message you'll get will be saying we've left and the adventure has begun!