By KATH GANNAWAY
RUNNING or walking, participants in the HICCI 2016 Fun Run on Saturday 30 April, had perfect autumn conditions for the event.
People of all ages lined up to register for the seven kilometre run or walk from Maroondah Dam to Donnelly’s Weir and back, or the one kilometre loop of the park.
The annual event attracted local and visiting competition runners along with recreational participants who stepped out to support HICCI in the annual fund-raiser.
HICCI (Healesville Interchurch Community Care Inc.) is a network of Christian Churches in Healesville and Yarra Glen, providing welfare through emergency relief, transport and social support and the Tuesday night community meal, Dinner at Darron’s.
HICCI chair Rod Hysted said HICCI relied heavily on the support of volunteers and donations and gave an official ‘thank you’ to the participants who ranged from toddlers to seniors.
“You are wonderful,” he said in the lead-up to the official presentations.
“Your participation has really helped HICCI to continue supporting those in need in our community.”
He recognised the many volunteers and staff helping out with everything from setting up marquees and sizzling sausages to manning the registration tables and selling raffle tickets.
“Without your selfless donation of time, the event could not take place,” he said.
He also had a ‘thank you’ for the sponsors, the RACV Country Club, Barry Plant Real Estate, Healesville Fitness Centre, Curves, YV Financial Services and Healesville Community Bank Branch of Bendigo Bank.
