Retracing an Incredible Journey
Nevill Westwood’s extraordinary journey around Australia in 1925, a feat of daring and resilience, has captivated the team at ‘The Incredible Journey’. Inspired by his adventurous spirit, we’ve meticulously planned a fitting tribute to mark the 100th anniversary of this remarkable event.
In collaboration with the National Museum in Canberra, where the original ‘Bubsie’ is proudly displayed, ‘The Incredible Journey’ is embarking on an ambitious project to retrace this historic route. We aim to capture the essence of Nevill’s adventure, experiencing the challenges, celebrating the triumphs, and sharing the inspiring story of human determination with a new generation.
When is Bubsie Coming to your Area?
To see when ‘Bubsie’ and The Incredible Journey team will be coming to your city / town click the button below to visit the Right Around Australia Route Plan (Google Sheet)
The Team
Speaker and Host Gary Kent:
Greg Bridge:
Henk Viljoen:
Support Members
Paul Smythe: Previous owner of our Bubsie car.
George Vella: Most of the restoration of the Bubsie car was done by him.
Our Bubsie Car
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Church Involvement
Your personal involvement in our ‘Right Around Australia’ tour is crucial, as you can become a multiplier for our message. Contact us to learn how you can spread the word in your local area. Involving your local church is essential, as they provide venues, infrastructure and human resources to support our mission. They also serve as a focal point for follow-up events and connecting with those interested in Christ. Local outreach is vital because people know you and your church, and seeing your commitment to spreading Christ’s message is a powerful testimony. By actively engaging in local outreach, you demonstrate the transformative power of faith and inspire others to seek a deeper understanding of God’s grace. Together, let’s make a lasting difference and show the world the true essence of Christianity.
Original Photos from 1925
These plans include:
1. Retracing the steps of Nevill Westwood on his missionary trip around Australia in a similar 1923 Citroën 5CV
2. Re-enacting a number of scenes from the original expedition
3. Sharing the Everlasting Gospel as we go, in the true spirit of Nevill’s journey. This will include conducting major evangelistic campaigns in all the state capitals of Australia, as well as outreach programs and other forms of evangelism in many of the smaller regional centres, and across rural Australia.
4. Producing a number of television programs for national and international broadcast
5. Producing social media content on a daily basis that portrays each day’s activities
6. Engaging with all forms of local and national media to promote the incredible journey of this young Seventh-day Adventist missionary/evangelist pioneer, and the message he shared along the way
The Plan and Proposed Stops
Get ready to embark on an incredible journey with us in 2025! We have an awesome overview map showcasing our route’s planned stops. And guess what? You can even zoom in to get more details about each location.
We want everyone to feel included! If your city isn’t on our plan yet and you’d love for us to swing by, give us a shout. We’ll do our best to work it out. So don’t hesitate to contact us, and let’s see if we can add your town!
