On Sunday 3 August the streets of Harrington Grove were alive with the sound of feet pounding the pavement, the sight of colourful lycra-clad athletes (from a wide spectrum of athletic degrees) and the buzz of a moving community. The 2014 Harrington Fun Run was received with great enthusiasm from the local community and beyond, with participants coming from near and far to be a part of the day. The three track options – 3km, 5km, 10km – provided options for participants of all fitness levels with many even dressing up in hope of winning the ‘best dressed prize’ too.

Winners on the day were:
MALE 3k
1st   Cody Turner
2nd  Patrick Bateman
3rd  Adam Lacey

FEMALE 3k
1st  Ella Wooldridge
2nd Erin Wooldridge
3rd  Tiana Vella

MALE 5k
1st   James Supel
2nd James Aslanis
3rd, Andrew Raeburn

FEMALE 5k
1st  Grabriell Middleton
2nd Ava Stanners
3rd  Hayley Virgo

MALE 10k
1st    Garath Mumby
2nd   Andre Vermeulen
3rd   Lachlan O’Neil

FEMALE 10k
1st  Melissa Lee
2nd  Fiona Taylor
3rd Kristy Bunker

Following the completion of the race, participants were invited to donate a gold coin in support of Make A Wish Australia to enjoy a sausage sizzle while they watched the presentation. Harrington Grove’s Community Manager Kristy Biddle commended the crowd’s enthusiasm and commitment, “The rush of adrenaline that you get from running as a group is truly one of the best feelings. We want to thank all of the participants who turned up and gave it their best shot in support of Make A Wish Australia. See you all again next year!”

To donate to Make A Wish Australia visit www.makeawish.org.au.