Weather conditions prove to be a hindrance for the travelling team from the North Pole.

We wish them a safe return.

Notes from the group:

"Missing family, friends and country. We were rescued yesterday from ice patch we were on. Thank goodness...Today we 'are' in blizzard conditions no planes can get us from Barneo. It is looking grim. The Russisn base is friendly and we have barrack style tents but still no showers. We really need the prayers and positive vibes of our nation to send us a clear bit of weather so we can return home safely. We have accomplished an unbelievable challenge and took the flag to the top of the world. Our entire team of explorers, the New Zealanders, guides and dogs need local media to spread the word to pray for a safe return...We are desperate to get home and are half dead from the Herculean effort to attain the goal. It was scary as I have ever been scared and so thankful we have made it this far..."