17 September 2020

Dr MARJORIE O'NEILL (Coogee) — I would like to take this opportunity to thank and congratulate Quinn Darragh and Luke Stewart, two fantastic locals who have raised over $130,000 for Running for Premature Babies. Quinn and Luke both challenged themselves to swim across the English Channel in support of this wonderful charity, a 36km swim in very cold water from England to France. They set themselves this challenge to support a cause close to their hearts. Quinn's son Ryder was born prematurely at 27 weeks at The Royal, and he survived thanks to state of the art lifesaving equipment donated by Running for Premature Babies. Quinn and Luke both took on a truly incredible challenge, and the money they raised will enable the charity to purchase neonatal equipment that will make a difference to the lives of so many families, including those in some of Australia's most vulnerable communities. I would like to again congratulate Quinn and Luke for their tremendous efforts, and for their contribution to our community. In addition to raising funds and awareness Quinn swam the channel in 9hr 36m, the fastest time of the season! Congratulations Quinn what an effort!