Tatura swimmers once again showed strong community spirit through the event at the Tatura Swimming Pool on Saturday February 28, raising an impressive $3,785 to support the local health services in the process.
Incredibly, four swimmers - Joseph Conte, Alicia Wiffen, Scott Montgomery and Jill Clapperton - completed the full challenge individually, completing 100 laps each.
Several teams of family and friends also took part, combining their efforts to reach 100 laps or more.
Aquamoves Centre Manager, Liliana Angeles praised organisers and participants alike as she highlighted the event as an example of the strong community spirit that exists across the region.
“The 100 Lap Challenge is a wonderful example of our community coming together to support important local services like Tatura Hospital and Parkvilla,” she said.
“It is great to see swimmers of all ages getting involved at the Tatura Swimming Pool and supporting such a meaningful cause.”
Volunteers supported the event with morning tea and coffee for swimmers and supporters, while participants were presented with certificates from the hospital and vouchers from Tatura Hot Bread.
Tatura local and event volunteer Gary Whyte said the turnout and enthusiasm from participants and supporters was inspiring.
“It is fantastic to see the community come together each year to support Tatura Hospital and Parkvilla,” he said.
“The 100 Lap Challenge continues to show how much people care about these important local services and the role they play in the Tatura community.”
The Tatura Hospital and Parkvilla Community Reference Group thanked the event organisers, volunteers, sponsors and supporters who helped make the day another successful and enjoyable fundraiser.
A Greater Shepparton City Council spokesperson also expressed gratitude towards all who took part in bringing the event to life.
“The Tatura Hospital and Parkvilla and the Tatura Swimming Pool continue to play an important role in the life of the town and the 100 Lap Challenge highlights the community’s willingness to support these valued local facilities,” they said.
“The council would like to thank the event organisers, volunteers, sponsors and everyone involved in supporting this important community fundraiser.”
