Why I swim
I’m swimming this March because too many young lives are sadly lost to suicide. Mental Health problems are rampant across the spectrum of young people from all walks of life. I think we all know someone who has been impacted and often it is hidden within a cone of silence. It is an issue very close to home throughout my extended family. Hopefully funding services to support young people today will help alleviate current and future inter-generational pain.
Laps for Life - March 2026 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
8.40km (168 laps)
My goal
40km
My Impact
So far I’ve raised $88 to provided 22.0825 young people experiencing mental health difficulties with vital support.
Top Donation
$50
Jacko
Shoutout to Jacko – my biggest supporter so far with a $50 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
Thank you to my
supporters
$50
Jacko
$38.33
Rosemary O'Connor
Way to go mate