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Thousands of rowers to paddle the Yarra for annual regatta

Thousands of rowers to paddle the Yarra for annual regatta

Update: 2025-11-20
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Early birds in Melbourne are likely to spot a lycra-clad rowing crew gliding down the Yarra River on any given morning.

But tomorrow promises something much more spectacular - the annual Head of the Yarra.

Thousands of competitors from across the country will take on the twisting, murky depths ... In one of the oldest and most prestigious regattas in the world.

Guest: James Lyon, Hawthorn Rowing Club and a Head of the Yarra veteran.

Producers: Eddy Diamond, Jason Whittaker

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Thousands of rowers to paddle the Yarra for annual regatta

Thousands of rowers to paddle the Yarra for annual regatta

Australian Broadcasting Corporation