Bloomin’ Good Swim is set for Kawana Aquatic Centre on March 29 – a full-day swimming festival raising funds for Bloomhill Cancer Care.
Running from 7.30am to 4.30pm, the event will see swimmers of all ages and abilities dive in for a packed program, including aqua aerobics, swimming challenges, entertainment and the event’s signature Duck Ceremony.
During the ceremony, hundreds of toy ducks will float across the pool, symbolising hope for those affected by cancer.
Teams of four-to-10 swimmers can compete in a friendly relay while fundraising for the cause, with the event aiming to raise $20,000 to support people living with cancer on the Sunshine Coast.
“This event is all about community, connection and doing something great together,” co-founders David Ross and 17-year-old Mason Blacker say.
“Every lap, every metre, and every dollar raised helps Bloomhill continue their life-changing support for locals going through cancer treatment and recovery.
“It’s community helping community.”
Olympian Taylor McKeown will serve as event ambassador and be on pool deck throughout the day, encouraging swimmers and teams.
Taylor has invited her sister and Olympic swimmer Kayla McKeown and friend and Australian swimmer Jake Packard to attend.
“I love seeing the way swimming brings people together,” Taylor says.
“This is such a positive and uplifting way to support a local charity that genuinely makes an impact for families right here on the Sunshine Coast.”
Local businesses, clubs, schools, gyms and corporate teams are encouraged to register, with a virtual duck option available for those unable to attend.
Visit bloomingoodswim.com.au.
