By Kath Gannaway
Runners and walkers in the annual HICCI Walkathon are in for a colourful event with the change of venue from Maroondah Dam to the autumn splendour of Queen’s Park.
The walkathon, which also features a fun run, will be held on Saturday, 29 April, starting between 9.30am and 10am.
The walkathon will include one, two and three kilometre events making it a great opportunity for everyone to take a stroll or a run and have a bit of Saturday morning fun for a great cause.
The event is HICCI’s major fund-raiser for the year, and funds programs such as Dinner at Darron’s, a free weekly meal for Healesville residents, held at the Darron Honey Centre.
The group also provides transport to residents and emergency food for those who need it.
There will be prizes on the day, including for the most sponsorship in the open, secondary and primary schools sections.
Booking for the walkathon or fun run is $15 before the event, or $20 on the day, with $25 for families – this fee covers a sausage sizzle and water at the event.
Sponsorship forms are available from the HICCI office at 231 Maroondah Highway, next to The Memo, or phone 5911 6000 for more information.
