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Alex Tarr, Master Orienteer, Recognised in the News

Alex Tarr has made headlines for his mastery of orienteering.  An ABC News article begins:

At age 82, legendary Australian orienteer Alex Tarr says the thrill of his sport is “running on the edge of making a mistake”.  It’s a mental and physical challenge but he is not giving up any time soon.

Read the rest of the article here:

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-06-23/orienteering-master-alex-tarr-mental-challenge-octogenarian/103996880

Elderly man in glasses, running in bush, tree behind him, orange bunting

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