TO Afghanistan and back. Hail to the army wives from Beachley Barracks who have now, in their own spare time, run, walked, rowed, cycled and swum to Afghanistan and nearly back to raise funds for their hubbies. Money goes to the Swift and Bold Appeal and the boys will be back on November 7. Make it a day to remember.

Left to right: Mere Wagatevuya, Aimee Twinning, Salote Meli, Cheryl Harris, Shelley Farmer, Shirley Heys, Lisa Welch, Susie De La Billiere, Charlotte Branston, Nikki Greening, Kay Nesbit, Kathy North, Michelle Hobbs, Clare Keating, Vicky Creighton, Callum and Kayleigh Loveridge.