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Dragons Abreast Canberra Social & Corporate fundraising regatta

Dragons Abreast Canberra, with the generous support of Dragon Boat ACT, is holding its Social & Corporate fundraising regatta on beautiful Lake Burley Griffin on 22 October 2022. The regatta is perfect for corporate team building or for just having a great day out with your mates. https://www.revolutionise.com.au/dacanberra/eventsregister/103280/ 

Dragons Abreast Canberra AGM 20 August 2022

Dragons Abreast Canberra held their AGM on the 20 August 2022. The Outgoing Committee and non-Committee volunteers were thanked for their service in their respective roles. A new Committee for 2022-2023 was elected.

Clare Purcell presented with the Dragon Spirit Award for 2022

Clare Purcell was presented with the Dragon Spirit Award for 2022. Many congratulations to Clare - well deserved for her work over ten years including as the New Zealand team manager and Committee, and uniform pool and inventory officer.

DBNSW Winter warmer Kurnell Regatta

A few members attended the DBNSW Winter warmer Kurnell Regatta in Sydney. Unfortunately bad weather set in and many races were cancelled.

Social Event: GoAnna’s Gathering at Ainslie Football Club 26 June 2022

We had a lovely “GoAnnas Gathering” at the Ainslie Football Club on June 26th where we learnt more from some of our regatta planning team about sharing the tasks involved in our upcoming Social and Corporate Regatta with the “Join the Circus” theme. Some fun games before our lunch discovered some great moves and skill from our lion tamers and their prides. Special thanks to Pene Lee for our extra special table decorations, and to Julie C, Kellie and Julie K for running the program of events.

ACT Championships 19_3_22

* ACT Championships Day One – 19/3/22 – 2 km, 200 m 20s and 10s Many thanks for photos by Maddi Green Photo and Film.

DBACT Dragon Boat crews view Canberra Balloon Spectacular

DBACT Dragon Boat crews paddle on Lake Burley Griffin on Canberra Day 14 March 2022 during the Canberra Balloon Spectacular - chasing Tico the Sloth for Canberra's 109th birthday. Photos: Julie Kesby, Dragons Abreast Canberra.

Dragons Abreast Canberra chased the Canberra Balloon Spectacular

This morning, Dragons Abreast Canberra chased the Canberra Balloon Spectacular, celebrating Canberra's 109th birthday. Tico the Sloth was the last novelty balloon to drift in perfect windless conditions. Photos: Kerrie Griffin, Dragons Abreast Canberra.

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