Meet Angus Liddell, Melbourne student who raised $10,000, launched a 10km charity swim

A dedicated Melbourne schoolboy who created a new 10-kilometre charity swim and raised nearly $10,000 for good causes has been named Kingston’s Young Citizen of the Year. According to the 2026 Kingston Youth Awards, Angus Liddell, a Year 12 student, college leader, and swim captain at St Bede’s College, received the honour for his strong commitment to community service, fundraising, and youth leadership across the region.Innovative Charity Swim Brings Young People TogetherAccording to information from St Bede’s College, a major reason for Angus’s recognition was his creation of the first Mission Action Day Swim, a team endurance event created to support the school’s annual charity campaign. Held at the Mentone Aquatic Centre, the event challenged teams of four to complete a combined 10 kilometres within two hours. Swimmers took turns in a relay, pushing themselves physically while raising money and awareness for disadvantaged communities in Australia and overseas. St Bede’s College said the event brought together 20 young swimmers and created a new tradition for the school. It also gave students, families, and local residents an active way to take part in community service.Outstand...