September 23

Born in 1818, John Ainsworth Horrocks emigrated to Australia and became a prominent pastoralist. In 1846, he organized an expedition to explore unknown regions north of Adelaide, discovering new watercourses and mapping rugged landscapes. His journey opened pathways for future settlement and scientific study in the colony. Tragically, Horrocks died from an accidental shooting on the return leg of his exploration. His detailed journals and maps provided valuable information for the development of South Australia and cemented his reputation as a pioneering explorer.

Born in 1912 in Hungary, Tibor Sekelj dedicated much of his life to exploring remote regions, including Patagonia and the Amazon. He documented indigenous cultures and collected folk tales, sharing them with a global audience through his books. As an advocate for Esperanto, Sekelj served as vice-president of the Universal Esperanto Association and promoted international communication. His travel writings combined ethnographic insight with engaging storytelling, making distant lands accessible to readers. Sekelj’s work inspired future explorers and language enthusiasts alike. He left behind a rich legacy of adventure literature and cultural understanding.

Malcolm Douglas was born in 1941 in Australia and developed a passion for the bush from a young age. He became renowned for his television series 'The Bush Tucker Man,' in which he hunted and prepared wildlife in remote locations. Douglas traveled across Australia and beyond, documenting indigenous techniques and survival skills. His programs combined adventure, education, and conservation messages, attracting international audiences. An iconic figure in wildlife filmmaking, he inspired a generation to appreciate remote natural environments. Douglas authored books and produced hundreds of television episodes over his career. He died in 2010 while attempting to rescue his son after a car accident, cementing his legacy as a fearless adventurer.