MORE than 180 people helped turn Noosa Sound into a sea of pink on Sunday 30 August for the inaugural Paddle in Pink event.
Event organiser Lachlan Stevens of Boardwalk Boats said it was overwhelming to see the support of the local community.
“It’s great how the day ran so smoothly and we had such a positive response from everyone,” he said.
The Paddle in Pink event raised over $3500 in registration fees and donations, with more donations expected to be received in the coming days.
Local businesses such as Lorna Jane and BCF, who donated a kayak, seat and paddle to one lucky winner, also jumped on board to support the event.
Event patron Councillor Sandy Bolton said the fund-raiser was inspirational, colourful and fabulous.
“Seeing 180 paddlers in their best pink supporting and giving unified strength in the fight against cancer was a moving and incredible sight,” she said.
“It truly was a beautiful day with beautiful people. A reminder of just how truly special our community is.”
Breast cancer survivor and National Breast Cancer Foundation Sunshine Coast chair Sandra Harding said it was amazing to see so many people turn out in support of breast cancer survivors.
“It was really great to see Noosa Sound turn into a sea of pink,” she said.
“We even had people come from Victoria and interstate to take part.”
Sandra said this year’s inaugural event was such a success the team are looking forward to planning a bigger and even better event next year.
“Next year will be huge,” she said. “We’re getting ready to prepare for a big one.”
