William Lawson was a brave explorer born in England. His heart yearned for adventure and he sailed across the ocean to Australia. One day, he made a plan with his friends, Gregory Blaxland and William Charles Wentworth. They wanted to cross the big and mysterious Blue Mountains. The mountains were steep and many people had tried and failed to cross them. But Lawson and his friends were not scared. They packed their bags and started their journey. It was not easy. They had to cut their way through thick bushes and climb steep hills. They kept going even when they were tired and hungry. After many days, they reached the top of the mountains and saw the beautiful lands beyond. Their journey was a success, and it opened up new lands for farming and settlement in Australia. Lawson s bravery and determination continue to inspire us today.