Charity swim to raise funds for special schools

If you fancy an 11km open ocean swim and want to support a good cause, many local teams are now in training for the eleventh annual Island Charity Swim on 13 August. Each year, around 100 entrants complete the course over several hours from Mudjimba Beach, around Old Woman Island, and back to shore at Mooloolaba Beach. The 2011 event is aiming to raise $10,000 for special needs equipment at Currimundi and Nambour special schools. Individual swimmers, teams and support paddlers are invited to register by calling 0438 797 613.