Hawthorn will again return to the Kokoda Track next week, 12 years on from the club’s inaugural trip in 2004.

The trek became an integral part of the Hawks' induction of new players in the early 2000s but they have not sent a group to the track since 2011.

Hawthorn has trekked the Kokoda Track on four occasions and has sent over 140 club representatives including coaches, players, board members, corporate partners and administrative staff on its expeditions.

In lieu of the club’s return to Kokoda, see our collection of highlights from Hawthorn's 2011 trip.