Dragons Abreast Dragon Boat Challenge for corporate/social crews 25 October 2008

Thanks to the generous participation of all the teams, and the contribution of time by Canberra Dragon Boat Association members, Dragons Abreast ACT members, and many, many others, we raised $25,000 in 2008 (a new record) which was distributed to breast cancer charities, including Dragons Abreast Australia, Breast Cancer Network of Australia, Clare Holland House (the Hospice), and the Otis Foundation.

download 2008 race results here

Regatta Results

Fastest Times

Pink Lady Shield - perpetual trophy donated by Brendan Smyth MLA - for the fastest team on the day + trophy - SERVCORP with a time of 00:56.10

SECOND - AUSSIE FUN PUPPIES with a time of 00:57.19

THIRD - DOMA GROUP with a time of 00:57.22

Other awards

Highest Fundraiser - BAS (Breast Activity Statement)

Sylvia Flaxman Award - also known as the Dragon Spirit Award - for the team most in keeping with the ethos of Dragons Abreast Australia : BreastScreen

Maggie Sharp Award - for the fastest all-female team - Pioneer Training

Best Dressed Team Award - Coca-Cola

Best War Cry / Team Cry - Irish Barb

Most Dramatic Drummer - Larissa Timms from BAE Systems

Sleepiest Dragons - Bidgee Warras

Best Warm up team - Kiwi Roos

Most Cooperative team in marshalling - Oompah Loompas

Highest Fundraiser – BAS (Breast Activity Statement)

Youngest and Keenest DA Supporters – ANU Scrubbers

This regatta made possible with the generous assistance and support of the Canberra Dragon Boat Association

In October each year, on the weekend nearest to Australia's Breast Cancer Day, Dragons Abreast ACT holds its Corporate and Social Challenge Regatta. The Pink Lady Shield, generously donated by Brendan Smyth MLA, is awarded each year to the fastest team. The Sylvia Flaxman Cup, donated by the Flaxman family, is awarded to the social team most in keeping with Dragons Abreast aims of participation and inclusiveness.

Contact

PO Box 7191 Yarralumla ACT 2600
canberra@dragonsabreast.com.au

 

 

 

This page last updated: March 13, 2009

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