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Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) chief executive Mick Kinley told reporters he did not know how much the operation would have cost Australian authorities, but there are no plans to recoup the money. "We would expect people to rescue any Australian yachtsman in these conditions," he said. "It's our obligation to do this and we'll fulfil those obligations as Australia does."

Looks like the Aussies have a different take on the situation...thank goodness they have not become a bunch of wimps whining about people taking on challenges. So the case is closed as to who is paying for the rescue.

I remember reading Thor Heyerdahl's Kon-Tiki when I was in fourth grade...it has been an inspiration all of my life...people taking on a challenge, not because they have to, but because of the challenge itself. Western Civilization set itself apart because of this mindset...know of any great African seafarers? I hope she tries it again.

[Gay State Conservative]

I remember reading Thor Heyerdahl's Kon-Tiki when I was in fourth grade...it has been an inspiration all of my life...

But was he 16 at the time of his voyage?