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Swimming for Parkinson’s NZ: The 13,000 Pledge

  • Halfway baby!

      2 July 2026
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    Kia ora all, I've officially crossed the halfway mark of my 325 km target! Showing on my face I think.

    Just hit 162.6 km in total. Or as I like to say, 6,504 lengths - each one dedicated to a Kiwi living with Parkinson's.

    Thank you all so much for the incredible support and donations that are keeping me moving through the winter mornings. Brrr.

    50% to go!

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  • 105 km of 325 km done!

      7 May 2026
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    I’ve just hit 105,300 metres in the pool! That's 4,212 lengths – each one representing a Kiwi living with Parkinson’s. So moving steadily toward my 325 km goal for the year.

    Thank you for all the support so far. It seriously motivates me getting back in the water. Almost a third of the way there!

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  • Quick update from the pool!

      2 April 2026
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    Kia ora!

    Quick update from the pool!

    Since Jan, I’ve swum 68,700 metres… that’s 2,748 lengths, each one representing a Kiwi living with Parkinson’s.

    That means with your encouragement we’ve acknowledged 21% of the community so far. Still a long way to go, but I’m feeling strong and grateful for every bit of support.

    Thanks for keeping me going. This is for Mum, and for all 13,000 New Zealanders living with Parkinson’s. 💜

    Every donation, message, and share helps keep the momentum up. Kia ora and thanks!

    Jamie

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