Unlikely circumstances call for unlikely heroes. Locals such as professional surfer Willow-River Tonkin have taken the situation in stride. Stepping out of his comfort zone to raise funds and support for those most affected by the crisis, on May 17th, he will be running a marathon around his residence.
“That is 42.195 kilometres. 211 Laps around the building (1 lap = 200m),” he said. Despite his lack of experience as a runner, Willow has committed to “running, walking, crawling or rolling my way to the finish line.”
Willow aims to bring people together to support Hope House and the I61 Foundation, two organisations that he believes are making a positive impact in his community.