Bacchus Marsh’s Little Athletics (BMLA) superstars will once again take to the track for their Relaython, raising money for the Royal Children’s Hospital Good Friday Appeal on Saturday 28 February.
The Relaython has been Little Athletics Victoria’s (LAV) major fundraiser for the Royal Children’s Hospital for over 50 years, challenging athletes and community members taking part to keep a baton constantly moving inside a running track non-stop from 7am to noon.
Last year’s event collected $9430 toward the Good Friday Appeal.
Bacchus Marsh Little Athletics president Sandra Ibrahim said the fundraising events bring members together from all round the community.
“After our club had a long hiatus we decided to reintroduce a Relaython. Everyone loved it – the kids, the families, all the supporters,” she said.
“We’ve had parents and grandparents join, all the kids love to get involved. Pretty much anyone that wants to run can do it. Everybody thoroughly enjoys the day, so we decided that this is something that should remain on the calendar.”
This year, BMLA hopes to raise even more through donations towards the cause.
“We hope to raise $10,000,” Ms Ibrahim said.
“Last year, we raised over $9000 and the energy throughout the day was so positive.”
Details: fundraise.goodfridayappeal.com.au/fundraisers/bmlacbmlac/littleathleticsvictoria
