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Dive in for a good cause at the 2026 Tatura 100 Lap Challenge

In Summary

The 32nd annual Tatura 100 Lap Challenge will be held on Saturday 28 February 2026 at the Tatura Swimming Complex, inviting swimmers of all ages and abilities to complete up to 100 laps individually or as part of a team.
The community charity event raises funds for Tatura Hospital and Parkvilla Nursing Home, supporting equipment purchases and facility improvements that benefit local residents.
The event runs from 8am to approximately 11am, with free pool entry for participants and registrations required by 5pm on Monday 23 February 2026.
The Tatura 100 Lap Challenge has been running for more than 30 years, raising approximately $95,000 over its history and continuing as a longstanding community fundraising tradition.

The much-loved charity event will run from 8am to approximately 11am and invites swimmers of all ages and abilities to take on the challenge of completing up to 100 laps, either individually or as part of a team.

The event raises funds for the Tatura Hospital and Parkvilla Nursing Home, supporting essential equipment purchases and facility improvements that directly benefit the local community.

Swimmers are encouraged to make a donation on the day to help support these important local facilities.

Aquamoves Centre Manager, Liliana Angeles, expressed her excitement about the events return, saying the event continues to highlight the strength and generosity of the Tatura community.

“The Tatura 100 Lap Challenge has been a proud community tradition for more than three decades,” she said.

“It’s a great example of people coming together to support local health services while taking part in a positive and active event.”

The 100 Lap Challenge began as a friendly wager at a local pub and has since grown into a cornerstone community fundraiser, raising approximately $95,000 over its 31-year history.

Tatura local and long-time volunteer Gary Whyte said the event’s longevity reflects the community’s ongoing commitment to supporting local care services.

“This event has a strong connection to Tatura Hospital and Parkvilla Aged Care facility, both facilities that mean a lot to our town,” he said.

“It’s inspiring to see people continue to turn up year after year to keep this tradition going.”

Entry into the pool is free for participants, and registrations are now open.

Event details:

What: Tatura 100 Lap Challenge
When: Saturday 28 February 2026
Time: 8am to approximately 11am
Where: Tatura Swimming Complex
Cost: Free to participate

Registrations are essential and close at 5pm on Monday 23 February 2026.

For registrations or further information, contact Geoff Lipshut on 0417 134 929 or Gary Whyte on 0409 438 009. More information can be found by visiting the event webpage here.