Champions in dragon boats

Umina resident Vicki White and part of her dragon boat team, The Coastbusters, have returned from Singapore as champions, after successfully competing in the first Breast Cancer Dragon Boat World Championships.

Twelve members of the local team formed part of the Dragons Abreast Australia team 'Inspiration" and competed alongside 17 other teams, representing 11 countries including Singapore, USA, Canada, United Kingdom, Italy, South Africa, New Zealand, Malaysia, Hong Kong and the Philippines.

"Dragons Abreast Central Coast is about a lot more than paddling a dragon boat though," Ms White said.

"It's also about the strength that's required to get on with life after the trauma of breast cancer.

"Our focus is on getting fit and having fun while participating in a challenging physical activity.

"We train weekly in the local area and welcome new members."

For more information, contact 4332 3010 or 4358 0367.

Press release, October 6 Vicki White, The Coastbusters