Why I swim
I’m swimming this March because too many young lives are lost to suicide. Every lap I swim will help make sure there’s a safe place for young people to turn when life feels overwhelming. In the middle to end of last year, I experienced a period that really challenged me. There were moments that felt heavier than I expected and I was reminded how important to reach out to people for support when things become hard to manage alone. Not everyone has that and that’s why this matters so much to me. If you’re able to support me whether by donating or sharing, you’re helping make that possible.
I'm swimming to save lives
Suicide remains the leading cause of death for young people in Australia.
More than 1 in 3 are experiencing mental health difficulties, yet over a million are not getting the support they need.
ReachOut provides anonymous, free and 100% online services so young people can find a safe place to connect, share and get help when life feels overwhelming.
I’m taking part in Laps for Life to make sure these vital services are always there. Please donate to my fundraiser and help more young people get the support they deserve.
My Swim Progress
Completed
42.00km (840 laps)
My goal
70km
My Impact
So far I’ve raised $2,273 to provided 568.2 young people experiencing mental health difficulties with vital support.
Top Donation
$347
Don Clifton
Shoutout to Don Clifton – my biggest supporter so far with a $347 donation to help young people get the mental health support they need through ReachOut!
Funds Raised
Note: displays max previous 3 years of fundraising only
My Updates
Day 7: 9/3/2026
Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptising them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. Matthew 28:19-20
Day 5: 6/3/2026
Indoor Pool Swim Day without goggles, wasn't too fun. My eyes were aching afterwards.“The lamp of the body is the eye. If therefore your eye is good, your whole body will be full of light. But if your eye is bad, your whole body will be full of darkness. If therefore the light that is in you is darkness, how great is that darkness!
Day 1: 3km @ Roselands AC
In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. John 1:1 Share
Thank you to my
supporters
$347.30
Don Clifton
$250
Leanne Witney
So proud of u Connor! Guess all those years of swimming lessons and watching that black line resonate with you… love u mate
$200
Andrew Witney
Great effort mate
$135.04
Ong family
$106.12
B and M Witney
Whew !!
$106.12
Jennifer Jackson
What an important cause to support. Go Connor!
$106.12
Shakels Estate
$106.12
Chris Allen
Wishing all the best Connor . Fantastic job xx
$106.12
Witney Hancock
Amazing Connor, so proud of you ❤️
$94.86
Daniel Lane
Great cause Connor, well some mate!!
$94.86
Gary Leeson
Great cause mate. White line fever ahead :-)
$70
Robert Stevens
70k. That’s huuuge!
$64.67
Tina Germani
Thanks Connor for raising money for a really good cause. Caring for people❤️
$56.24
Ace
Great work Connor!
$56.24
Nathanael van der Kolk
$56.24
Craig Clark
Best of luck, Connor!
$54.12
Keith Greenan
$52
Joanne Williams
Go Connor!
$50
Connor Witney
$50
Georgia Witney
So proud of you Connor ❤️
$33.15
Anonymous
$29.90
Simon De Feyter
$25
Robyn Hewson
God bless you Connor
$22.58
Anonymous
Go you good thing!
Go mate. You are a Champ for young people who have difficulty helping themselves.