We’re freezin’ for a reason!
This year, we’re taking the plunge - literally. We’re jumping into icy water as part of the Law Enforcement Torch Run’s Polar Plunge, raising funds for Special Olympics in Australia.
Why? Because every Australian deserves the opportunity to experience the joy, confidence and connection that sport brings.
Special Olympics Australia provides year-round sports training and competition for people with intellectual disability and/or autism. Through sport, athletes build skills, friendships, independence and belief in themselves - and that impact extends far beyond the playing field.
By supporting our Polar Plunge, you’re helping:
- Fund inclusive sports programs across Australia
- Provide coaching, equipment and competition opportunities
- Create communities where everyone belongs
- Break down barriers and build a more inclusive Australia
Yes, it will be cold … very cold. But it’ll be worth it!
If you can, please donate and help our team reach our fundraising goal. Every dollar makes a difference.
Together, we’re freezin’ for a reason. Thanks for your support!
Our Achievements
Reached 50% of Fundraising Goal
Reached 100% of Fundraising Goal
Thank you to our Sponsors
$1.01k
Anonymous
$163
Blake & Sharna Chapman
Go Shelly!! 🥶❄️🧊💪🏼 We are so proud of you! Love you lots 💙
$106
Jennifer Mccormack
That’s a cool challenge Michelle! Good luck
$106
Kym Weidner
We will be there to support you Shelley!
$106
Daniel Chapman & Lauren Tadd
Very proud of you Aunty Shell! We love you lots! Daniel & Lauren
$106
Jess & Nolan
Well done Aunty Shell! You’re a Superhero ⭐️ Love you lots x
$106
Glenn & Di
AMAZING achievements Michelle, a National’s Special Olympian and a Polar Plunge Super Hero! 🙌 🏅💦💙
$100
Ann Harrison
We are proud of you Michelle, good luck with the games.
$55
Gemma Weidner
Go aunty Shell! Proud of you 🩵
$55
Wendy Verity
Go Michelle! Good luck.
$55
Angela & Nick
$55
Paul Armitage
Best of luck Michelle
$55
Cozzi
Hi Michelle go get em
$55
Michelle Weidner
This is Michelle and on July 4 I’ll brave the Polar Plunge Wollongong. I’m donating to encourage others to donate to help me compete and achieve my best at the Special Olympics Nationals in 2026! ⭐️
$34
Corinne
Way to go Michelle!!
$34
Andrea Smith
Good luck Michelle & all the very best
$34
Suzie And Chris Noonan
We are so excited for you Shelly. Sending you our love and support 🥳
$34
Emily Burke
Awesome effort Michelle!
$34
Kim
Go Michelle
$30
Daniel Chapman
$30
Michelle Weidner
$30
Glenn Chapman
$30
Daren Weidner
$28
Cori Felsenthal
Go Michelle Go! So proud of you
$24
Julie Bale
Go Michelle!!!
$24
Patty Lepage
Great work Shelly and your crew. Hope you have fun…
$20
Dianne Chapman
Woo hoo! Reached your goal!!! Amazing effort Michelle’s Illawarra Super Splashers aka Wonder Woman, Batman, Spider-Man & the Joker.
Good luck Michelle -