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Bayley said, after he managed to overtake Dunkley at the lighthouse, he was “carried by the waves all the way back”. More than 500 swimmers took part in the 3.3km Swim the Lighthouse race, and there were more than 1000 across all races in the event. Mark Tantrum/Nelson Mail Abbey Smale defended her title with her sixth successive win in the Ocean Swim Series in Wellington this week. Event director Scott Rice said it was “wonderful” to see so many people get involved. “It’s been wonderful being back in Wellington and seeing people embrace sport and the Banana Boat New Zealand O...

MONIQUE FORD/Stuff Lisa McGrath hopes to overcome a fear of sharks by entering the Swim the Lighthouse ocean race in Wellington later this month. “I am enjoying being more active. I don’t tire as easily and I can enjoy exercise.” Her exercise regime has gone from the occasional game of squash, to a daily routine involving the gym, swimming, walking with friends and preparing for triathlons. MONIQUE FORD/Stuff Lisa McGrath broke her arm in the lead-up to the Swim the Lighthouse ocean race. Her problems with weight go back to growing up in Murupara, where her family ran a grocery store...