Laps for Locals
Northern Mallee Leaders present Laps for Locals
Saturday 28 March 2026, from midday.
Mildura Waves
Swim with celebrated swimmer Brendon Cullen.
1,000 laps, 60 minutes, one community.
What is Laps for Locals?
Laps for Locals is a fundraising swimming event to raise funds for local causes.
Every dollar stays in the Northern Mallee and is shared with local Not For Profit organisations.
The challenge
1,000 laps
Counted poolside between 2:00–3:00pm.
The fundraising goal
$5,000
100% stays local and supports local not-for-profits.
This is about showing up, trying together, and supporting our own.
Following the swim challenge, we will hear from Brendan Cullen – The Desert Swimmer — farmer, endurance swimmer and author — as he shares his story of resilience, mental health and rural life.
From 12 noon, enjoy
- BBQ by the Lions Club
- Family-friendly pool activities
- Live updates and interviews
Event times
- 1:30pm – Registration opens (essential for swimmers)
- 2:00–3:00pm – Community Swim Challenge featuring Brendan Cullen
- 3:30pm – Keynote with Brendon Cullen
Only laps swum between 2:00–3:00pm count toward the official 1,000-lap challenge.
This year, funds raised will directly support:
- Mildura Life Saving Club – a vital resource for water safety, training and community protection
- Mallee Sports Assembly – strengthening grassroots sport, inclusion and participation across the region
- Sunraysia Academy of Sport – supporting emerging regional athletes and building strong youth pathways
- Northern Mallee Leaders – developing local leadership, collaboration, and community-driven change
For more details or to donate go to https://nml.org.au/about-us/laps-for-locals
