Some of our intrepid volunteers: vice-chairman Don Napier, PRO Bob Silberberg, Flinders Island head marshal Robyn Dilger, Raoul (not sure what he does, something though) and race director Peter Sluce

Apollonius' runners have reached race control, leaving just two boats - Chance and Elphinstone Weigh To Go - at Lady Barron.

All of the race committee except Alastair, as well as the sponsors and other hangers-on have departed for Launceston. Many of the hard-working volunteers, who have been cooking, recording times and generally organising things all night and day, are getting the chance to sit down, relax and have something to eat.

It is these volunteers who have ensured the race has been held every year for 21 years and they deserve all the recognition they can get!