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Jay Stevens is the world’s first paraplegic ultramarathon walker and keynote speaker. After a helicopter crash left him paralysed, Jay rebuilt his body over several years: walking to Everest Base Camp without a wheelchair in 2023, then becoming the first paraplegic in history to finish a full-course ultramarathon at the 78km Bondi to Manly in 2025.
He speaks on consistency, ownership, and performance when conditions don’t improve.
Jay continues to train for future world-first challenges.
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Across the Media
Television, print, digital, and radio. A selection of Jay’s most significant media appearances.
Dad told he'd never walk again makes it to Mount Everest base camp
After being paralysed in a helicopter crash, Jay Stevens defied expectations by becoming the first paraplegic to walk to Mount Everest Base Camp without a wheelchair.
January 21, 2024
Jay Stevens' Mountain Miracle: From Paralysis to Everest Base Camp
A life-changing accident left Jay Stevens paralysed, but his determination carried him all the way to Mount Everest Base Camp in an extraordinary feat of resilience.
January 21, 2024
Jay Stevens Preparing to Trek Everest in an Inspiring Display of Resilience
Five years after a helicopter crash left him paralysed, Jay Stevens is proving the impossible possible as he sets his sights on the world’s highest peak.
June 24, 2023
Sydney Father First Paraplegic to Reach Everest Base Camp
A remarkable feat of resilience has seen Sydney father Jay Stevens become the first paraplegic to reach Mount Everest Base Camp unaided by a wheelchair.
January 26, 2024
Aussie paraplegic becomes first to climb to Mount Everest base camp without chair
Australian paraplegic Jay Stevens has achieved the impossible, becoming the first person in his condition to reach Everest Base Camp without a wheelchair.
January 22, 2024
Northern Beaches Dad Makes History in Bondi to Manly Ultra-Marathon
A Northern Beaches father has made history by becoming the first paraplegic to complete the full Bondi to Manly Ultra-Marathon, proving that determination knows no limits.
October 25, 2025
Community Recognition Statement for Jay D Stevens Presented by Jacqui Scruby MP
A community recognition statement from Jacqui Scruby MP acknowledging Jay D Stevens’ extraordinary resilience, determination, and inspirational achievements in overcoming adversity while making a positive impact on the wider community.
February 12, 2026
Paraplegic Jay Stevens attempts world record at Parramatta Half Marathon
A para-athlete who was told he would never walk again after a helicopter crash in Uluru is eyeing a world record in western Sydney, further cementing his reputation as one of Australia’s most inspiring athletes and proving that determination can overcome even the greatest adversity.
June 8, 2026
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Interviews, profile pieces, podcast appearances, documentary requests, Jay personally reviews every press enquiry and replies within 48 hours.