Massive Murray Paddle / 415km / 5 Days, 83 Parriwi Road, Mosman (2026)

20/10/2026

RELAY PADDLERS:
ARE YOU READY FOR YOUR LEGS?

You might not be paddling all 415km, but you’ve still got five big days ahead!

The Massive Murray Paddle is a team event for many of our competitors, with paddlers sharing the distance and usually completing one or two relay legs each day.

That means you don’t necessarily need to be training for 70–95km every day.

But you DO need to be ready for your individual legs, repeated over five consecutive days.

HOW MUCH SHOULD YOU BE TRAINING?

First, find out how far your team expects you to paddle.

For many relay paddlers, individual legs may be around 10–20km, although some will be shorter and others considerably longer.

If you’re expecting to paddle 10–20km per leg, your training might include:

✅ 2–4 paddling sessions per week, depending on your fitness and experience.

✅ Regular paddles of 8–15km, gradually developed over time.

✅ An occasional longer session that matches your expected longest relay leg.

✅ Some back-to-back paddling days to experience getting back into the kayak with tired muscles.

✅ Practising two paddles in one day, separated by a recovery period, if that’s what your race schedule requires.

These are general examples for paddlers who have already been training, not distances to suddenly attempt in the final month.

REMEMBER — YOU HAVE TO DO IT AGAIN TOMORROW!

One of the biggest mistakes relay paddlers can make is treating every leg like a flat-out sprint.

It’s tempting to jump into the kayak, go as hard as possible and hand over to your teammate completely exhausted.

But remember, you’re going to be doing this again tomorrow. And the next day. And the next!

Paddle at a pace that allows you to recover and contribute consistently across the five days.

RECOVERY BETWEEN LEGS IS IMPORTANT

When you finish a relay leg:

🥤 Rehydrate appropriately.

🥪 Eat something nutritious to replenish energy.

🧢 Get out of the sun and cool down.

💪 Stretch or move gently if it helps you feel comfortable.

🩹 Check your hands for developing blisters.

🚣 Make sure you’re ready for your next scheduled leg.

PRACTISE YOUR TEAM TRANSITIONS

Good relay teams are organised teams.

Know where your changeovers are, have your equipment ready and communicate with your team manager.

You don’t want to arrive at a checkpoint and discover that your next paddler is still looking for their paddle!

THE FINAL WEEK

Keep moving, enjoy some shorter paddles and give your body time to recover.

Don’t suddenly attempt a massive training paddle because you feel underprepared.

AND REMEMBER — YOUR TEAM NEEDS YOU FOR FIVE DAYS.

Every paddler contributes. Every leg counts.

Wear your lifejacket, watch for river hazards, look after your teammates and help other paddlers if they get into difficulty.

It’s not just about how fast you paddle your leg. It’s about how well your team works together for the entire 415km.

📍 Day Zero – Sunday 15 November, Mulwala Water Ski Club, 2pm–6pm.

🌐 www.mmp415.racing

RELAY PADDLERS — HOW MANY LEGS ARE YOU EXPECTING TO COMPLETE EACH DAY?

19/10/2026

MMP 415 – TO ALL OUR JUNIOR PADDLERS: LET'S GET READY FOR THE MURRAY!

**Five days. One amazing river. Hundreds of paddlers. And YOU are part of it!**

This year, we're excited to welcome more than 120 young paddlers taking part in the Massive Murray Paddle, including our fantastic Aboriginal youth teams.

Some of you have paddled before. For others, this might be your very first big kayaking adventure.

Either way, we've got some simple tips to help you get ready!

**🚣 1. GET OUT AND PRACTISE YOUR PADDLING**

You don't need to paddle huge distances to get ready for your relay legs.

The important thing is to practise regularly with your coaches, teachers or team leaders.

Try to:

✅ Get comfortable sitting in your kayak.

✅ Practise paddling in a straight line and turning.

✅ Learn how to paddle at a steady, comfortable speed.

✅ Practise stopping and controlling your kayak.

✅ Build up your paddling distance gradually with your team.

Your coaches will help you work out how far you need to paddle.

**💧 2. DRINK WATER – YOUR BODY NEEDS IT!**

November on the Murray River can be HOT!

When you're paddling, your body loses water through sweat, even when you don't notice it.

Start your day well hydrated, carry your water bottle and take regular opportunities to drink.

**Water should be your main drink throughout the event.**

For longer or hotter paddles, your team leaders can help you decide whether additional electrolytes are needed.

Don't wait until you're feeling really thirsty, dizzy or unwell.

And don't force yourself to drink huge amounts of water either.

**🍎 3. EAT GOOD FOOD TO KEEP YOUR ENERGY UP**

Paddling uses energy, and your body needs proper food to keep going!

Before paddling, try having a good breakfast such as:

🥣 Porridge or cereal.

🍞 Toast with eggs or another filling.

🍌 A banana or other fruit.

🥪 A sandwich or wrap.

During the day, good snacks include fruit, sandwiches, crackers, muesli bars and other foods you enjoy and know agree with your stomach.

**WHAT ABOUT SOFT DRINKS AND ENERGY DRINKS?**

Sugary soft drinks are not the best way to stay hydrated throughout the day.

Energy drinks containing caffeine are not suitable for children and young teenagers.

Sports drinks aren't automatically necessary either. Water and regular meals or snacks will be enough for many shorter relay legs.

For longer, harder efforts, your coaches can help organise suitable extra food and drinks.

**Remember — food is fuel! Don't skip meals, especially breakfast.**

**☀️ 4. BE SUN SMART**

The Murray River sun can be strong, especially when you're out on the water.

Remember:

✅ Wear your hat and sunscreen.

✅ Wear comfortable clothing that protects your skin.

✅ Take breaks in the shade.

✅ Keep your water bottle close.

**🦺 5. WEAR YOUR LIFEJACKET – EVERY TIME!**

Every paddler in the Massive Murray Paddle must wear an approved lifejacket.

Make sure yours fits properly and is correctly fastened.

Practise what to do if you capsize, and always listen to your coaches and safety crew.

If you're feeling tired, sick, too hot or worried about anything, tell an adult in your team straight away.

**🤝 6. LOOK AFTER YOUR MATES**

The MMP is about more than paddling.

It's about teamwork, friendship, helping each other and experiencing the beautiful Murray River together.

Encourage your teammates. Listen to your team leaders. Respect the river and the Country you're travelling through.

And remember — you don't have to be the fastest paddler to be a great teammate!

**MOST IMPORTANTLY — HAVE FUN!**

You're about to be part of something really special.

Five days travelling down the Murray River, making new friends, challenging yourself and being part of an incredible paddling community.

We can't wait to see you all at the start line!

📍 **DAY ZERO – SUNDAY 15 NOVEMBER**

Mulwala Water Ski Club | 2pm–6pm

Come along with your team, get registered and get ready for your big adventure.

🌐 www.mmp415.racing

**JUNIOR PADDLERS — ARE YOU EXCITED? TELL US WHICH TEAM YOU'RE PADDLING WITH!**

18/10/2026

DON’T LET A BLISTER UNDO MONTHS OF RACE PREPARATION!

5 DAYS. 415KM. THOUSANDS UPON THOUSANDS OF PADDLE STROKES.

You’ve spent months preparing for the Massive Murray Paddle.

You’ve put in the kilometres, built your endurance, worked on your technique, tested your equipment and developed your race strategy.

Your fitness is there. Your boat is ready. Your support crew is organised.

But have you prepared your hands?

It might sound like a small detail, but a single blister can undo months of excellent race preparation.

Over five consecutive days of paddling, covering approximately 70–95km each day, your hands are subjected to an extraordinary amount of repetitive friction, pressure and moisture.

A small hot spot on Day One can become a painful blister by Day Two. By Day Three, that same blister could be affecting your paddle grip, your technique, your speed and potentially your ability to finish the event.

Don’t let something so preventable compromise your MMP experience!

🟠 1. PREVENTION STARTS BEFORE DAY ONE

At the MMP, we strongly encourage paddlers to develop a hand protection strategy well before arriving in Yarrawonga.

One of our favourite products is Rip Rap – a veterinary-grade cohesive tape used by many experienced paddlers to protect their fingers and hands.

Preventative taping can help reduce friction in areas that are particularly vulnerable during long-distance paddling.

Common areas to protect include:

✔️ Thumbs and the base of the thumbs.
✔️ Fingers where the paddle shaft creates repeated pressure.
✔️ Areas between the fingers that experience rubbing.
✔️ Known hot spots developed during training.
✔️ Other areas of the hands that regularly experience friction.

Our advice is simple: don’t wait until you have a blister before you start protecting your hands.

Practise taping during your longer training sessions. Find out what works for your particular grip, paddle and technique.

Make sure the tape is comfortable, doesn’t bunch up and doesn’t restrict circulation or finger movement.

Remember, cohesive tape can tighten when stretched or layered, so avoid wrapping it under excessive tension.

🟠 2. YOUR PADDLE GRIP MATTERS

One of the most common causes of blisters is gripping the paddle too tightly.

You don’t need to strangle your paddle!

An efficient paddling technique uses a relatively relaxed grip, allowing the paddle to move naturally through the stroke.

Excessive grip pressure creates unnecessary friction, increases fatigue and can contribute to blisters.

Over a short training session, you might get away with it.

Over 415km, small technical inefficiencies can become major problems.

Think about your grip during training, particularly when you’re tired. That’s often when paddlers start holding the shaft too tightly.

🟠 3. MOISTURE AND FRICTION – A BAD COMBINATION

During the MMP, your hands will experience a combination of sweat, river water, sunscreen and repetitive movement.

Prolonged moisture can soften the skin, making it more vulnerable to friction damage.

Keep your hands as clean and dry as practical during breaks.

Check your tape regularly, particularly if it becomes wet, loose or starts rolling into uncomfortable ridges.

A poorly positioned piece of tape can sometimes create the very problem you’re trying to prevent.

🟠 4. NEVER IGNORE A HOT SPOT

A blister doesn’t usually appear without warning.

That slight burning sensation, tenderness or rubbing on your fingers is your body’s early warning system.

ACT EARLY!

At the next safe opportunity, inspect the area.

If the skin is intact, clean and dry it before applying suitable protection.

Don’t simply keep paddling and hope it will disappear.

A few minutes spent dealing with a hot spot at a checkpoint could save you hours of pain later in the race.

🟠 5. WHAT IF YOU ALREADY HAVE A BLISTER?

If a blister develops, it’s important to manage it properly.

✔️ Keep the area clean.

✔️ Protect intact blisters with an appropriate blister dressing.

✔️ Avoid deliberately bursting blisters where possible. The overlying skin helps protect against infection.

✔️ If a blister breaks, gently clean the area and cover it with a sterile, non-stick dressing.

✔️ Don’t apply Rip Rap directly over an open blister or damaged skin.

✔️ Watch for increasing redness, swelling, warmth, discharge or worsening pain.

If you’re concerned about a blister, particularly one that’s large, painful or showing signs of infection, seek advice from the event’s first aid team.

Remember, the goal is to protect your hands so you can keep paddling safely.

🟠 6. YOUR HANDS NEED RECOVERY TOO!

When you finish each day’s paddle, don’t forget about your hands.

You’ve still got another big day ahead of you!

As part of your afternoon recovery routine:

✔️ Remove or adjust your tape carefully.

✔️ Wash your hands and gently dry them.

✔️ Inspect your fingers, thumbs and palms.

✔️ Clean and dress any damaged skin.

✔️ Replace wet or dirty dressings.

✔️ Prepare your tape and supplies for the following morning.

Your support crew can play an important role in helping you manage your hands throughout the five days.

🟠 7. PACK A DEDICATED BLISTER MANAGEMENT KIT

We recommend every MMP paddler arrives with a few essential supplies:

• Rip Rap or your preferred protective tape.
• Suitable blister dressings.
• Sterile non-stick wound dressings.
• Medical tape and bandages.
• Basic wound-cleaning supplies.
• Small scissors.
• Spare paddling gloves if you use them.

Keep these supplies easily accessible to your support crew.

Don’t bury them at the bottom of your gear bag!

🟠 8. DON’T EXPERIMENT ON RACE DAY

This is an important one.

If you’re planning to use Rip Rap, gloves, a different paddle grip or any other hand protection system, TEST IT DURING TRAINING.

Different paddlers develop blisters in different locations.

Your paddle shaft, hand size, technique and grip pressure all influence where friction occurs.

What works brilliantly for one paddler might not work for another.

Work out your system now, not halfway through Day Two.

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🏁 THE BIG MESSAGE – SMALL PROBLEMS CAN HAVE BIG CONSEQUENCES

The Massive Murray Paddle is an extraordinary endurance challenge.

Success over five days isn’t just about having the strongest muscles, the fastest kayak or the best fitness.

It’s about preparation, consistency and managing the small things before they become big problems.

A blister might seem insignificant compared with the physical demands of paddling 415km.

But when every paddle stroke hurts, it can change your technique, reduce your efficiency, affect your confidence and ultimately compromise your race.

MONTHS OF TRAINING CAN BE UNDONE BY ONE BAD BLISTER.

Protect your hands. Practise your taping. Manage the hot spots. Look after yourself between stages.

And give yourself the best possible chance of enjoying all five days on the Murray River.

💬 NOW, OVER TO OUR EXPERIENCED MMP PADDLERS!

We know there are plenty of paddlers in our community who have completed the 415km multiple times.

What’s your secret to blister-free paddling?

Are you a Rip Rap convert? Do you tape your thumbs, fingers or entire hands? Do you have a particular technique that’s served you well over the years?

Share your experience in the comments.

Your advice could make a real difference to someone preparing for their first Massive Murray Paddle.

🚣 MASSIVE MURRAY PADDLE 2026
📅 16–20 November 2026
📍 Yarrawonga to Koondrook
🏁 5 Days | 415km

Connecting People, River and Country.

17/10/2026

MMP 415 – FUEL YOUR PADDLE!
Hydration & Nutrition for 5 BIG Days on the Murray River

70 to 95 kilometres a day. Five consecutive days. A total of 415 kilometres down the mighty Murray River.

The Massive Murray Paddle is a serious endurance challenge, and while everyone spends plenty of time thinking about their kayak, paddle and training, there’s something equally important.

WHAT ARE YOU EATING AND DRINKING?

Getting your hydration and nutrition right can make an enormous difference to your performance, recovery and enjoyment of the event.

And remember, it’s not just about getting through Day One. You’ve got to get up and do it all again tomorrow!

💧 1. HYDRATION – DON’T WAIT UNTIL YOU’RE THIRSTY

Spending hours on the Murray River in November can mean significant fluid loss, even when you’re surrounded by water.

You may not notice how much you’re sweating, particularly with a breeze across the river.

✔️ Start each day properly hydrated.

✔️ Drink regularly throughout the day rather than consuming large amounts at once.

✔️ Consider electrolytes, particularly during hot conditions and prolonged sweating.

✔️ Your fluid requirements will depend on temperature, intensity, body size and individual sweat rates.

✔️ Don’t overdo it either! Drinking excessive amounts of water can be dangerous.

IMPORTANT: Every MMP paddler must carry water. We recommend a minimum of 2 litres per person, but this is a starting point for what you carry, NOT necessarily enough for an entire day. Plan to refill and carry additional supplies according to your needs.

🍌 2. NUTRITION – KEEP THE ENGINE RUNNING

Your body needs a steady supply of energy to keep paddling efficiently.

One of the biggest mistakes in endurance events is waiting until you’re exhausted or hungry before eating.

By then, you’re already playing catch-up!

For prolonged endurance exercise, sports nutrition guidelines commonly recommend approximately 30–60 grams of carbohydrate per hour, with higher intakes potentially beneficial for trained athletes who have practised their nutrition strategy.

Some good paddling food options include:

🍌 Bananas and other easy-to-eat fruit.

🥪 Sandwiches and wraps.

🍫 Energy bars and sports gels.

🥔 Boiled potatoes with a little salt.

🍬 Simple carbohydrate snacks.

🥨 Crackers and other savoury snacks.

The trick is finding foods that provide energy, are easy to digest and are practical to eat during a long day on the river.

And don’t forget to actually eat them!

⏱️ 3. LITTLE AND OFTEN

Rather than relying on a couple of big meals, develop a routine of eating and drinking regularly.

Some paddlers use a timer or watch reminder every 20–30 minutes.

Small, frequent amounts can be easier to manage than trying to consume everything at a checkpoint.

Your support crew can play an important role here, making sure your food and drinks are ready when you arrive.

A GOOD SUPPORT CREW IS WORTH ITS WEIGHT IN GOLD!

☀️ 4. HEAT CHANGES EVERYTHING

November on the Murray River can deliver some very warm conditions.

Hot weather increases the demands on your body, particularly when you’re working hard for several hours.

Pay attention to how you’re feeling.

Unusual fatigue, dizziness, nausea, headaches or confusion are warning signs that shouldn’t be ignored.

Stop paddling, get assistance and advise event safety personnel if you’re feeling unwell.

Remember, hydration isn’t simply about drinking as much water as possible. It’s about maintaining an appropriate balance of fluids and electrolytes.

🍝 5. RECOVERY STARTS AS SOON AS YOU FINISH

Crossing the finish line each afternoon doesn’t mean your day’s preparation is over.

You’ve got another big day ahead!

✔️ Start replacing fluids and electrolytes.

✔️ Eat a substantial meal containing carbohydrates and protein.

✔️ Continue eating and drinking throughout the afternoon and evening.

✔️ Get organised for tomorrow.

✔️ Prioritise a good night’s sleep.

The paddlers who manage their recovery well often find themselves in a much better position as the week progresses.

🚣 6. PRACTISE YOUR NUTRITION BEFORE THE EVENT

With just a month until the 2026 Massive Murray Paddle, now is the time to test your strategy.

Don’t arrive at Yarrawonga with a bag full of unfamiliar energy products and hope for the best!

Use your remaining long training paddles to work out:

✔️ What foods you can comfortably eat while paddling.

✔️ How much fluid you need in different conditions.

✔️ Whether your electrolyte strategy works for you.

✔️ How often you need to eat.

✔️ What your stomach can tolerate after several hours of exercise.

TRAIN YOUR BODY. TRAIN YOUR STOMACH. PLAN YOUR RECOVERY.

💚 THE MMP IS FIVE DAYS – NOT JUST ONE!

Whether you’re racing competitively, paddling recreationally, sharing the distance with teammates or tackling the entire 415 kilometres, good nutrition and hydration are essential.

The Murray River is an incredible place to paddle, but five consecutive days of endurance exercise deserves proper preparation.

And remember, look after your teammates and fellow paddlers. If someone is struggling, check that they’re okay.

LET’S GET EVERYONE SAFELY TO KOONDROOK!

See you at DAY ZERO – Sunday 15 November, Mulwala Water Ski Club, 2pm–6pm.

MASSIVE MURRAY PADDLE 2026
16–20 November | Yarrawonga to Koondrook
415 kilometres | 5 days

Connecting People, River and Country.

16/10/2026

Are you NEW to River Racing? 415KM. FIVE LONG DAYS. MAKE YOUR LINE COUNT.

At the Massive Murray Paddle, how you read the river can make a real difference to your time, energy and recovery for the next day.

Our 415km distance was measured along the centre line of the river. Your actual distance will depend on the course you paddle — and chasing every outside bend can add up over five very long days!

The strongest current generally runs towards the outside of a bend. But following that current also means travelling further. On a slow-flowing river, the extra assistance won’t always make up for the extra distance.

So, what should you look for?

🛶 Find the balance. Take a shorter, smooth line where there is enough depth and useful downstream flow. Move wider when the stronger current makes the extra distance worthwhile.

👀 Look beyond your bow. Read the bend ahead and plan your exit towards the next one. Avoid unnecessary zigzagging and last-minute steering.

🏖️ Don’t cut corners blindly. Inside bends can hide shallow sandbars, submerged timber and slack water. A shortcut can quickly cost you time and effort.

🪵 Expect timber in unexpected places. The Murray’s “where it falls, let it lie” approach means fallen trees and logs can remain in the river. A line you have paddled before may now have an obstacle, and some timber will be hidden just below the surface.

Getting hung up on a log is dangerous. Even gentle-looking current can pin your kayak against timber and force you beneath it. Look well ahead, leave plenty of clearance and choose your route early. A few metres saved are never worth that risk.

🌊 Follow what the river is doing. The best line changes with water levels, current and obstacles. Neither the centre nor either bank is automatically the fastest option.

💪 Think across all five days. Small savings in distance and effort can add up. An efficient line helps you preserve energy for tomorrow’s start.

Wear your correctly fitted lifejacket at all times on the water. Keep clear of hazards, give other paddlers room and follow event directions.

Read ahead. Paddle smoothly. Make every kilometre count — safely.

16/10/2026

ONE MONTH TO GO — ARE YOU MMP READY?

Five days. 415 kilometres. The Massive Murray Paddle is getting close!

Whether you’re taking on the full distance or sharing the kilometres with your team, now is the time to get yourself, your kayak and your support crew ready.

💪 BUILD CONSISTENCY
Get regular time on the water and build on the training you’ve already done. Include longer, comfortable paddles to practise pacing and spending time in the seat. Avoid cramming months of missed training into the final few weeks.

🛶 TEST YOUR WHOLE SETUP
Paddle with the kayak, paddle, lifejacket, clothing and equipment you’ll use at MMP. Sort out seat comfort, footrest positions, rubbing and pressure points now. Small niggles can become big problems over five days.

🥪 PRACTISE EATING AND DRINKING
Use your training paddles to work out which foods and drinks suit you, how you’ll carry them and whether you can reach them easily. Plan supplies with your crew and avoid leaving unfamiliar products until race day.

🦺 PRACTISE YOUR RECOVERY
We’ve seen plenty of MMP paddlers capsize over the years. Practise getting back into your craft in a safe, supervised setting, and learn how to assist someone else. Every paddler must help another paddler who needs assistance.

☀️ PREPARE FOR LONG DAYS OUTSIDE
Check your sun protection, paddling clothing and wet-weather gear. Make sure your compulsory safety equipment is complete, working and accessible, and your lifejacket fits properly.

🌈 PACK YOUR SUPER BRIGHT GEAR!
Day Three is our Be Bright Be Seen Day! Bring your brightest paddling gear and help us turn the river into a colourful reminder of how important visibility is on the water.

🤝 GET YOUR CREW ORGANISED
Talk through checkpoints, changeovers, food, transport and communications. Read the paddlers’ brochure and make sure paddlers and crew are connected to our official WhatsApp information chat and MMP page.

😴 ARRIVE RESTED
As the event approaches, ease back your training and give yourself time to recover. Aim to arrive feeling fresh and ready for five days on the river.

❤️ KEEP YOUR FUNDRAISING MOVING
Fundraising is a condition of entry. Keep sharing your cause and giving people a reason to support your journey.

The preparation you put in now will help you enjoy the river, support your team and keep moving when the days get long.

📍 SEE YOU AT DAY ZERO!
Join us at Mulwala Waterski ClubMulwala Water Ski Club on Sunday 15 November, from 2pm to 6pm, for check-in and a catch-up with friends before the adventure begins!

Connecting People, River and Country.

Transport for NSW NSW Maritime

14/10/2026

MASSIVE MURRAY PADDLE 2026 – FUNDRAISING REMINDER

❤️ OVER $1.25 MILLION RAISED FOR CHARITIES AND COMMUNITY CAUSES SINCE 2016!

Did you know that since 2016, our incredible Massive Murray Paddle participants have contributed $1,255,015 to charities, community organisations and worthy causes?

That’s an achievement we should all be enormously proud of!

Since 1969, the Massive Murray Paddle has been about much more than paddling 415km down the Murray River.

Fundraising is at the very heart of our event.

✅ FUNDRAISING IS A CONDITION OF ENTRY

A reminder to ALL registered paddlers and teams that the Massive Murray Paddle is strictly a fundraising event.

Every paddler is required to support and raise funds for a charity, community organisation or worthy cause of their choice.

There is no minimum fundraising amount, but every paddler must make a genuine contribution.

This is an important condition of entering the MMP415.

📋 DAY 3 – FUNDRAISING REPORTING

During this year’s event, we will be checking that all paddlers and teams have met their fundraising commitments.

On Day 3, every individual and team will be required to provide their fundraising financial results to our event officials.

Please ensure you have your fundraising records ready.

🏆 THE MARK THORNTHWAITE AWARDS

One of our most important event awards recognises those who make an outstanding contribution through fundraising.

The Mark Thornthwaite Awards recognise both the leading individual fundraiser and the leading fundraising team.

These awards celebrate the generosity, commitment and community spirit that make the Massive Murray Paddle so special.

❤️ LET’S KEEP BUILDING ON $1.25 MILLION!

With just weeks until the 2026 event, now is the time to give your fundraising one final push!

Reach out to your friends, family, workmates and local businesses. Share your story, explain your cause and encourage people to support your efforts.

Remember, you don’t need to raise thousands of dollars to make a difference. Every contribution counts.

We want every paddler to be proud of what they have achieved, both on the river and for their chosen cause.

Let’s make 2026 another outstanding year for fundraising!

MASSIVE MURRAY PADDLE 2026
16–20 November | Yarrawonga to Koondrook

Connecting People, River and Country.

14/10/2026

📣 IMPORTANT NEWS — DAY ZERO IS GETTING AN UPGRADE!

Sunday 15 November 2026 | Mulwala, NSW

We’re excited to announce that DAY ZERO check-in for the 2026 Massive Murray Paddle is moving to the back deck of the Mulwala Water Ski Club!

🕑 Check-in: 2:00pm – 6:00pm

Come down and collect your paddler kits, catch up with old MMP mates and meet some new ones — or stay a while and enjoy some pre-race relaxing fun before the big week begins.

Grab some lunch or an early dinner at the club, and it looks like there’ll even be live music providing some relaxed Sunday afternoon entertainment.

It should be a fantastic way to ease into MMP week, get everyone together and enjoy the afternoon before we hit the Murray on Monday morning.

And yes... it will be a whole lot nicer than spending the afternoon at the dusty boat ramp!

A huge thank you to the club’s new CEO — and fellow MMP paddler — Greg Roberts — for helping make this happen.

We’ll email teams with more Day ZERO details over the coming weeks.

Come for your paddler kit... or stay for the afternoon.

MMP 2026 starts here. See you on the deck! Mulwala Waterski Club

12/10/2026

Compulsory equipment required in your craft at all times:

“Pea-less” whistle. This must be attached to the paddler’s lifejacket via a short string. Toy whistles are not suitable.

Sufficient solid food including energy gels / lollies.

WATER - you must have at least 1 litre per paddler - You must top up at each checkpoint or when required.

Headgear / Sun & Weather Protection. For protection against prevailing conditions.

Paddler’s Personal FIRST-AID Kit
www.mmp415.racing/onboard-safety-equipment

Mobile Phone in a waterproof bag - including our safety team’s phone numbers

12/10/2026

Craft stickers are on again. Please bring a thick black marker pen 🖊️

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