The fundraiser, which will feature international performer Andrea Mullens and be held at the centre, will help buy a shade for the Olympic-sized pool.

Event organiser Angela Walker said the idea was that swimmers sought sponsorship and tried to do as many laps as possible in a two-hour timeframe.

“This is a fun swimming challenge for everyone. By making every lap count by being sponsored, we can raise money to get some much-needed shade at the town pool,” Mrs Walker said.

Already there has been a lot of interest in the swim-a-thon.

Last Saturday several swimmers took to the water and did their laps early.

Visit www.moreesport.com.au for more information.