Diving into February with purpose, the Sinkers Masters Swimming Club made a splash for a great cause, taking on the Starlight Super Swim to raise funds for sick children.
As Australia’s biggest charity swim event, the Super Swim serves as both a community fundraiser and a training motivator for Sinkers members, who are preparing for events like the Masters Swimming Championships in Melbourne (April 2025).
In 2024, Sinkers raised $2,827, and this year, they increased their total to an impressive $4,582! A team of nine swimmers collectively swam 5,228 laps – equivalent to 261.43 km – throughout February. A standout effort came from Pierre Craven, who completed 2,667 laps (133.83 km).
The Bunna-barra Masters Club also contributed, with five swimmers raising $3,529 and covering 127.66 km. Combined, both clubs raised $8,111.
March’s fundraiser is Laps for Life, supporting youth mental health.
To contribute, visit: https://www.lapsforlife.com.au/fundraisers/northmackaysinkers.
Sinkers also donate blood and plasma, with their Lifeblood tally as of February 25th showing 27 members making 21 donations, helping 63 people in the first two months of 2025.
More than just a swimming club, Sinkers is inclusive of all abilities – from non-swimmers and those regaining confidence in the water to serious competitors and individuals recovering from injuries. The club also fosters a strong social community, with a morning tea after each Saturday session at the DMR Memorial Pool.
The Sinkers Masters Swimming Club made waves in February, raising $4,582 for sick kids through the Starlight Super Swim while training for upcoming competitions. Photos supplied
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