Michelle’s Illawarra Super Splasher’s

We're participating in Polar Plunge Wollongong

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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

$163

Blake & Sharna Chapman

Go Shelly!! 🥶❄️🧊💪🏼 We are so proud of you! Love you lots 💙

$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

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

Suzie And Chris Noonan

We are so excited for you Shelly. Sending you our love and support 🥳

$34

Emily Burke

Awesome effort Michelle!

$30

Daniel Chapman

$30

Michelle Weidner

$30

Glenn Chapman

$24

Julie Bale

Go Michelle!!!