First swim- first of morning
Laps for Life – We’re Underway 💙 First swim of March: DONE. The truth is I wasn’t motivated. It would’ve been very easy to skip it. But I dragged myself along anyway and within the first few laps, everything quickly changed. The rhythm, the breathing, the quiet under the water.It reminded me exactly why I signed up for Laps for Life in the first place. This challenge isn’t about waiting to feel ready. It’s about showing up when you don’t. What started as low energy turned into a great experience. By the end, I didn’t want to get out. Beautiful weather. Beautiful water. Clear head. March is going to be about consistency over excuses, progress over perfection and self motivation. If you’d like to support the cause, donate, or even join in — I’d love to have you alongside me. Let’s make these laps count…
We’re 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.
We're taking part in Laps for Life to make sure these vital services are always there. Please donate to our fundraiser and help more young people get the support they deserve.
Our Impact
So far We’ve raised $2,299 to provided 574.83 young people experiencing mental health difficulties with vital support.
Funds Raised
Note: displays max previous 3 years of fundraising only
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2024
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2025
Thank you to my
supporters
$245
David Appleby
$211
Anonymous
Slay queen
$211
Matched By 7-eleven
$158
Old Appleby’s
Well done 👏🏻
$135
Mum And Dad Xx
You are amazing. We love you ❤️❤️❤️
$135
Matched By 7-eleven
$95
Louise Almer
$80
Karen Partington
Congratulations Lake Mac Lappers - amazing achievement!!
$56
Jacquie Newton
$56
Matched By 7-eleven
$56
Brad Newton
Go Maddy b/ MC I am very proud of your efforts. Love Dad xox
$56
Anonymous
$56
Matched By 7-eleven
$54
Joshua Crooks
Only 24km to go! :-)
$54
Matched By The Gpt Group
$52
Kate Chrystal
$50
Dean C
Well done team!
$50
Anonymous
$44
Swaminathan Jeevahan
All the best, Jason. Thank you for participating in swimming and fundraising for mental health.
$33
Michael Holdsworth
$33
Kim Pinkerton
Well done Charlie!
$33
Karina Barrett
$32
Charlie Bray
$32
Matched By 7-eleven
$28
Athula Kandekumbura
Great cause, Jason, keep it up👍
$27
S.druery
$23
Phil Taylor
$23
Anonymous
Well done!
$23
Nigella Pawson
woof
$22
Tess D
$22
Matched By 7-eleven
$20
Laura Appleby
$20
Iness Czarnecki
Just keep swimming
$15
Caroline
Go Charlie!
$15
Matched By 7-eleven
$11
Jason Parrot
$11
Matched By 7-eleven
$10
Kevin Cross
$10
Kevin Cross
