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Lyn Olivetti

2026 Autumn Ocean Swim

Autumn challenge for health

I'm supporting cancer research and the health of people in Australia 

Roughly 1 in 2 of us will receive a cancer diagnosis in our lifetime. This is a statistic that we need to change. 

So, I've decided to take on a personal challenge with the support of CanToo, to raise funds along the way that could be life-changing. From supporting the ongoing health promotion work CanToo provides, to funding incredible, innovative early-career cancer researchers.

We desperately need to find more solutions to cancer, from prevention, to treatment, and ultimately a cure. Please support me on my journey with CanToo by donating to my fundraising page today!

Thank you for your support!

 

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$ 1,200

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My Updates

Week 10

Sunday 19th Apr
What an amazing morning at Manly yesterday! I saw a blue groper and a wobbygong - remarkable that I could notice while swimming - and loads of different schools of fish! The low swell certainly made it easier and so I did manage to swim across to Shelly and back. 

Great pool session as well on Wednesday with around 1.6km clocked up.

I’ve also organised a fundraising event for 8th May: a movie night at Roseville cinemas - The Devil Wears Prada 2.  Here is the URLfor tickets. You may need to cut & paste

 https://events.humanitix.com/devil-wears-prada-2-screening-fundraiser-for-cantoo

Weeks 6-9

Sunday 12th Apr
There have been a few weeks of reduced sessions. 

I attended the Australian Frailty Network Summit in Brisbane 26-27 March carefully booking flights to be able to manage Wednesday night training and Saturday at Manly. Neither transpired with Saturday cancelled due to poor conditions after storms…and those same storms caused cancellation of my return flight. 

A tick to Pool training for the next 2 weeks with a Saturday cancelled. 

I’m currently on leave enjoying time with friends and instead of the ocean swim I joined a Park Run and am intending on doing laps in the resort pool

Week 5

Saturday 14th Mar
Gorgeous morning at Manly! We swam from Shelley to Manly but I really struggled to keep going - mostly due to anxious thoughts which also affects breathing.  

Members of the group spotted a dusky whaler and a turtle, but I was too focussed on keeping on going to see anything much.  I hope that one day the idea of seeing a dusky whaler won’t friek me out.  I was aware of fish at times - it’s amazing passing schools of small and not so small fish. 

It’s Kara’s birthday today so straight to birthday lunch! 

Week 4

Saturday 7th Mar
Wednesday pool sessions are great for de-stressing after work. I’m starting to feel less puffed. 

Today we practiced some surf skills in a section of the beach that had “dangerous current” signs😩…but all was well with great support.  It’s so helpful gaining knowledge of the surf and practicing. Quite a work out! 

Week 2

Saturday 21st Feb
Perfect conditions at Manly today for our swim from Shelley Beach to the south end of Manly Beach.  The marine park was in fine form - spectacular - with a turtle spotted by earlier swimmers (including Heidi! 🥰 work colleague & seasoned ocean swimmer, who has taken me snorkelling on a few occasions)

It is reassuring swimming in a large group with mentors and with coaches on paddle boards spotting. 

Working towards not losing my puff

Week 1

Saturday 14th Feb
I’ve started! 

Lots of memories getting back in a pool to do laps. Sooo long ago!!  Much room to improve my swimming fitness. Feeling grateful for great coaches. 

We swam at the nets today at Manly on the harbour side: round the edge, diving down/pushing off the bottom, swimming in pods of 4.  

Looking forward to the journey with this bunch.

Watching conditions

Saturday 31st Jan
There is just over a week to go till our first weekly midweek pool session. 

Prep to date has included downloading the Shark Safe App 😆

Hoping that conditions change soon for weekend ocean sessions at Manly! 

Thank you to everyone who has made a donation towards my goal

$ 54.12

Mum And Dad

$ 106.12

Cheryl Ryce

Go Lyn! Love that are doing this ♥️

$ 54.12

David

Good luck Lyn! Try and keep clear of the bitey things…..

$ 50

Sharon Sinodinos

You are an inspiration!

$ 20

Saoirse Ní Lonargáin

Well done Lyn!

$ 54.12

Rosie Walker

Go you!

$ 54.12

Libby

Go Lyn! We're with you all the way!!

$ 54.12

Catherine Bradshaw

So proud of you my friend. Bravo and keep floating!

$ 20

Steph L

Go Lyn! You CanDoIt!

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