Willaura Farm to Pub Run, Ride and Walk event on Saturday afternoon brought in more than 150 participants to make the trek from old Joyce farm.
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Organisers were pleased with the large numbers who rode, ran and walked the Sandy Lane.
A strong southerly wind made the going tough, but lower temperatures than in previous years and a bit of sunshine provided some relief.
From its humble beginnings in 2003 as a challenge between the extended Joyce families, the event has developed into a widely supported community event and fundraiser for Beyondblue.
The ‘Pop Up Pub’ at the finish line at the Recreation Reserve provied refreshments for competitors.
The addition of live music, a Working Dog Jump Competition, and a free jumping castle made the day one for the whole family.
The meals provided by the Willaura Recreation Reserve Committee were much appreciated, and plenty of competitors and spectators alike stayed after the event to enjoy Willaura’s hospitality.
Organisers were still tallying up on the proceeds on Monday. Winners:
16.4 Kilometre Run Handicap
- 1st Damien Joyce handicap time 100.40 /actual time 100.40
- 2nd Fiona Miller 109.20 /94.20
- 3rd Michael Loader 111.00 /69.00
- Fastest Time: David Staehr 60.01
8.2km Run Handicap
- 1st Nicholas Vallance 52.10/36.50
- 2nd Daniel Domenico 53.02 /51.02
- 3rd Tom Kinley 53.54/37.54
- Fastest Time: Charlie Beggs 36.13
16.4 km Bike Ride
- 1st Fraser Heard 73.42/43.42
- 2nd James Kinley 73.44/43.44
- 3rd Emma Baldwin 86.59/66.59
- Fastest Time: Fraser Heard 43.42
Of particular note were the efforts of some of the younger competitors.
At only 11 years old, Charlie Beggs’ beat all in his field, closely followed by 10-year-old Tom Kinley.
The other big winner was ‘Oscar’, who set a record for the inaugural dog jump.
