Walk with a Rose takes final steps

Edward O'Daly

Ms Banson has been the focus of media attention throughout the walk Photo: Edward O'Daly

8 August 2006: Amy Banson made a triumphant return as her 1400km Walk with a Rose came to an end last week.

The walk from Brisbane to Canberra was in memory of University of Canberra student Clea Rose, who died after being hit by a car in Civic last year, and aimed to raise awareness and funds for acquired brain injury.

In addition to $843.40 donated by staff, the University donated $2500 plus in-kind support as one of the walk's sponsors.

Ms Banson, who was greeted by crowds of well-wishers in Garema Place, said she was pleased to be back, but sad the walk was over.

"It's good to be home," she said.

"The biggest challenge we have faced is knowing that it's coming to an end.

"I would do it again in a second."

Ms Banson hinted Walk with a Rose would not be her last charity expedition.

"This is the end of project number one but there will be more to come," she said.

Previous Walk with a Rose stories:

The driving force behind Walk with a Rose

Teas raise $650 for charity walk in student's memory

Charity walk puts fun (and Wallabadah) on the map

Walk with a Rose puts best foot forward

Clea's spirit honoured in travel scholarship

Support epic walk without leaving the campus

Walk with a Rose to bring 'closure' for good Samaritan