Tuesday, 17 February 2026

Looking back over 40 incredible years

Who would have thought that since 57 competitors lined up in 1986 for the inaugural Channel Challenge, we would see the evolution of this event into one of Victoria’s most popular participation and spectator events.

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Looking back over 40 incredible years
Members of the Dallinger family took to the challenge together in 2024, including Brian Dallinger (second from right) who has competed in all 39 Channel Challenges. This year, Brian plans to complete his 40th event, then hang up his speedos. From left: Chris Dallinger, Brian Tancheff, Archie, Brian and Lachie Dallinger.

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