7Jun2019
Harry Garland (2007-09) was recently recognized for his hard work, dedication and leadership, winning the prestigious 2019 West Australian Youth Award.
Harry has continued to carry forward the motto of ‘Duty’ and ethos of service learning. In 2015, Harry decided to complete the Rottnest swim solo. Rather than just swim for personal gain, he decided to use the swim to gain awareness and funds to help his mate Warrick Proudlove. Warrick played football with Harrison at Claremont Football Club. Unfortunately, when a car in which Warrick was travelling hit a stray horse, it left Warrick with serious neurological damage. Due to insurance laws in Western Australia at the time, his family receives no compensation or funding to provide him with ongoing care he requires.
Every year since, Harrison has continued to promote #SwimforProudie. He now has more than 120 people involved in the swim and raised just short of $160,000 for Warrick.
Harrison was recently recognized for his hard work, dedication and leadership, winning the prestigious 2019 West Australian Youth Award. The award recognises and celebrates excellence in leadership, positively impacting the lives of Western Australians. Humble in his response Harrison said “it’s such an honour to receive this award, but I accepted it on behalf of everyone who has contributed to the “Swim For Proudie” over the past 5 years. It has been a real team and community effort”
If you would like to join the team or sponsor next year’s “Swim For Proudie” get in touch with Harrison via
harrisong@wce.com.au.
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