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Ready to take the plunge at Matakatia.
Tim Rea of Hibiscus Coast Harriers Triathlon Club with the coveted Around the Rock trophy.
A competitive swim around Matakatia rock has become an event looked forward to by members of the Hibiscus Coast Harriers Triathlon Club.
The swim is the club’s only fundraiser and has been running for more than 20 years; last year it was held in November due to lockdowns.
This year it went ahead on Sunday, May 2. It was organised by Alison Boggs on behalf of the club, along with a number of volunteers.
She says it was one of the largest fields ever, with 66 competitors.
First overall, and first veteran man home was Greg Schemel, in 30m:22sec.
Female open division winner Natasha Bowyer was just 22 seconds behind him.
But only club members are eligible for the coveted trophy – this honour went to Tim Rea, who crossed the line in 7th place overall, clocking in at 32m:55sec.
A total of $500 was raised.
