From November 16-20, competitors will tackle an incredible 415km journey along the Murray River, travelling from Yarrawonga to Koondrook over five demanding days.
It includes a team of indigenous youth from the Deniliquin area, and thier adult supervisors.
As one of several communities hosting the event, Mathoura will provide locals with a chance to witness one of Australia's toughest endurance races up close as paddlers make their way downstream.
The Murray River will become a highway of paddles, determination and endurance, with the event linking a string of river communities including Mathoura, Moama, Torrumbarry, Gunbower and Koondrook.
For river towns such as Mathoura, the event is more than just a race.
It brings an injection of visitors, support crews and spectators while showcasing the region's most valuable natural asset, the mighty Murray.
The Massive Murray Paddle has built a reputation as one of the country's premier paddling challenges, attracting athletes prepared to test themselves against long days on the water and hundreds of kilometres of river.
Organisers describe it as an “amazing five-day paddling adventure race”, combining endurance sport with a strong sense of community spirit.
Since 2016, paddlers and their supporters have helped raise more than $1.25 million for charities and community programs across Australia, with participants encouraged to fundraise alongside their racing efforts.
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